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Strength training

Strength training is a training method using bodyweight, free weights, machines or bands. The goals are strength, muscle, resilience and technique; competition sports such as powerlifting or weightlifting are separate entries.

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Classification

Category Fitness

Family Strength Sport

Level Main sport

Getting started

Kurzbeschreibung Strength training improves strength and resilience through progressive exercises.

Geeignet für Suitable for people who want measurable progress and clear technique work.

Cost 0-100 EUR for bodyweight, bands or simple dumbbells. Gym membership, class, coach or home equipment by goal. Gym, club, personal training or home training. A clear plan matters more than lots of equipment.

First progress Coordination often after weeks; visible strength development over months.

Fitness level easy to medium

Was du brauchst

training plan
warm-up
bodyweight/weights/bands
clean technique

First steps

choose a few basic exercises
start light
check technique
plan 2-3 sessions per week

Home, gym, beginner class, personal training or club offer.

Train pain-free, increase load slowly and use coaching or medical advice when unsure.

Weitere Angaben

Tags fitness, strength, gym, strength-training, fitness-method, kraftsport, krafttraining

Rules and format

Die Grundlagen

Ziel

Perform strength exercises cleanly and progressively.

Teilnehmer

Alone or in a class group.

Teamgröße

Not applicable.

Spielfeld

Home, gym, training room or outdoor fitness area.

Dauer

Usually 10-90 minutes per session.

Wertung

No formal scoring.

Gewinnbedingung

Safe controlled progress without forced load.

Ausrüstung

training plan
warm-up
bodyweight/weights/bands
clean technique

Wichtige Regelpunkte

ignoring pain
progressing too quickly
sacrificing technique for pace

Regelquellen

Federations and sources

A Beginner's Guide to Weight Training Healthline · training-guide · medium
Strength Training Workout for Beginners American Council on Exercise · training-guide · high
Strength Training at Home Healthline · home-guide · medium