Detailing Your Car: Weight Training and Your Bones

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lab iconTake a moment to complete a mini-experiment. Find a rubber band, and stretch it as far as you can without breaking it. What does it feel like when you pull the rubber band farther and farther? Can you feel the resistance to your pull?

When you exercise, your muscles are actually resisting weight. Keep this in mind as you delve into this topic's content and learn how resistance training strengthens your bones.