Does Strength Training = Weight Loss?


	Does Strength Training = Weight Loss?

kel1971

4-22-2008 6:50 PM

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kel1971 says:

Good Question...one would think that just by the title - "Strength Training" would only help with strength....but does lifting weights help you burn fat?

Over at Liz Harper Fitness this exact question was put to their resident personal trainer (Liz Harper) who answered it nicely.

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