Why training with weights is so beneficial to you; burning fat, building muscle and increasing bone density Even though there are different opinions about how many calories a pound of muscle burns in a day, muscle still burns more calories than a pound of fat. Muscle is metabolically active tissue. If fat loss is your goal, weights are your answer. Weight training increases bone density. Studies have shown that the risk of osteoporosis is lower for people who are active, and especially those who do load-bearing, or weight-bearing activities at least three times a week. The proper weight training program can increase athletic performance. The benefits of strength training to athletic performance are enormous and many. Traditional strength training is always good for you but another option is to focus on functional strength training. Functional training involves dynamic, whole body movements that make you stronger for real life activities. Weight Training at Purefit Galway