5 reasons why weight training won’t make you bulky

Lifting weights will NOT make you bulky; FACT! Lifting weights will help you burn MORE fat than cardio alone; FACT! So, why do some us of fear it? Strength training increases lean muscle mass, and the more lean muscle mass you hold, the easier it is to burn calories. Here’s why weight (strength) training is part of KIC:

1. You’ll stress less
When the kettlebell gets your heart rate up, it’ll help your stress levels go down. Weight training releases endorphins which can help reduce anxiety, physical pain and stress. Endorphins also stimulate the mind, which improves concentration and energy levels so we can kick butt all day long.

2. You’ll burn more calories
Weight training has been proven to increase your metabolism for up to 24 hours after a workout. So, the more you sweat, the more fat you’ll burn. (This means you could be burning fat while watching reruns of The Gilmore Girls.)  

3. You’re less likely to get injured
Lifting weights increases strength in connective tissues and joints. Strong joints, ligaments and tendons can stop us from getting injured and improve motor performance. It also helps increase spinal bone density to create a strong and healthy spine.

4. Your clothes will fit better
Strength training burns fat, and the more fat we burn, the more comfortable our clothes will fit. (No more muffin top! Although sometimes it is the jeans’ fault.) And the better our clothes fit, the more confident and sassy we’ll feel.

5. You’ll have fun
Lifting weights is actually really really fun – and super addictive. You can use dumbbells, swing or squat with kettlebells, use tins of soup or bottles of water, and even use your own body weight. It’s also super rewarding when your weights go up in size (and no, you still won’t get bulky).