Women's Health

When you work out

Take it slow
This isn’t easy, but when you strength train, count to three as you lower the weight back to start position. Slowing things down increases the breakdown of muscle tissue – it sounds bad, but all that damage you’re incurring is a good thing. The repair process boosts your metabolism for up to 72 hours after your session, according to researchers at Wayne State University, US. But pass on those featherweight dumbbells – you need to use weights that are heavy enough that you struggle to complete the final few reps.

Apr 3, 2012