For an introduction to resistance exercise training (RT), please see the following article on this website:
What is resistance exercise training (RT)?
And, for the multiple benefits of resistance exercise training (RT), which we should share with patients when counseling them about RT, please see the following article on this website:
Tell patients about the MANY benefits of resistance exercise training (RT)
Don’t you think that all clinicians should guide their patients in doing resistance training, in addition to following other aspects of a healthy lifestyle?
So, in the article on this page, let’s go over simple instructions that we can give to our patients to get them started with resistance training. Not everyone can afford to join a gym or get a personal trainer. But, for most of our patients, we should be able to get them started with simple resistance training regimens.
Important warnings!
1. If the patient has any significant cardiac disease, poorly controlled hypertension, or other unstable medical conditions, they should consult with their cardiologist or primary care clinician before starting any exercise regimen, including resistance training.
2. If the person has significant pain in the muscles or joints, or symptoms like chest pain, dizziness, palpitations, etc., they should NOT continue the exercise and should seek medical care.
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