strength training

noun

: activities that make muscles stronger

going to the gym for strength training

Examples of strength training in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Maintaining fitness through practices like cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and adequate sleep is crucial for combating decision fatigue, managing stress, and sustaining peak performance over a long career. —Julian Hayes Ii, Forbes.com, 24 June 2026

Muscle growth also relies on appropriate time under tension (strength training, bodyweight training, and load-bearing exercise), along with adequate rest and sufficient nutrient intake. —Morgan Fargo, Vogue, 23 June 2026

Jessica Scott, an exercise physiology researcher, recommends at least three months of regular aerobic activity, like walking or cycling, along with one to two days of strength training each week. —Brittney Melton, NPR, 22 June 2026

Research shows higher protein intake can support fat loss while preserving muscle mass, especially when combined with strength training. —Nicole Bennett, AJC.com, 19 June 2026

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Medical Definition

strength training

noun

: a system of physical conditioning in which muscles are exercised by being worked against an opposing force (as by lifting weights) to increase strength

While everyone loses some muscle mass with age, a condition known as sarcopenia, it's possible to slow or even reverse that loss with regular strength training.

—Food & Fitness Advisor