"But I don't want to get bulky, I want to have nice and toned muscle's"

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The above quote is one of the most common requests we receive from ladies when sitting down for their initial consultation.

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But the question does present itself, will you actually get bulky from weight training? and where does this belief come from?

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Maybe body building is to blame when it comes to this belief? I mean lifting weights was heavily associated with big men that were bulky in the gym shown to be strength training....... But that doesn't mean the weights are to blame.

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Time to debunk an age old myth

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In reality, weight training will not make you bulky. In fact it is the best modality or form of training to develop the physique you desired. If done correctly and with structure - this form of training is more superior then cardio, boxing classes, bootcamps etc. when it comes to physique development. Though there is nothing with any form of training, you just need to be aware of what return you will receive for your time.

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The client transformations you see from our Rouse Hill Personal Training Studio all use strength training as the main tool to get the results.

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Here are a few things to keep in mind

• If you are eating more then your output, that will spill over into body fat. This will actually make you look more 'bulky' due to having more adipose body fat tissue
• Decreasing your stress levels will help drop water retention - once again a factor that can make you put on more weight and look bigger then what you are
• If you have seen the Bikini competitor models on our website or on social media - they all weight train more then most, though have a fantastic bikini beach physique
• Genetics. This has to be respected.

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As a summary as long as you are not piling on excess body fat due to over consumption of calories, have a structured weight training program that focuses on what you want to develop and don't have 'bulky'' genetics - You can maximise your physique potential.

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It is a becoming more known know that achieving body composition results (decreasing body fat and building lean mass) is much more desirable then just weight loss - as this is the request we receive. If you have a lot of body weight in the form of body fat, weight loss is a priority for health. As you get leaner you do need to be smarter with what actual body weight you are losing - muscle or fat? This is where strength training helps stimulate muscle tissue so you can lose more body fat and less muscle.

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I hope this blog has helped debunk some limiting beliefs, as I want you to move forward with your health and fitness journey. It's our passion to help do so.

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Remember, training is just one part of the equation. You must have all the pieces of the puzzle together to get the best results.

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At Mind Performance Health our personal training team is equipped to help you achieve the best health and fitness results possible. Some clients wish for a 'head turning' 6 pack transformation. Other clients want lifestyle improvements that include vitality, body fat loss, strength and confidence. Either way we are passionate to help you achieve your desired outcomes.

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Our exclusive personal training studio is located at: 8/591 Withers Road, Rouse Hill NSW Australia.

We offer services to nearby Western Sydney suburbs such as north Rouse Hill, Kellyville, North Kellyville, Box Hill and Schofields.

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Yours in health,

Michael Pritchatt

CEO & Apart of your Mind Performance Health Team.