What is Strength Training vs Weight Training?

Strength training and weight training are often used interchangeably, but they actually refer to slightly different aspects of resistance training:

1. Strength Training: Strength training is a broader term that encompasses any form of exercise or training that aims to improve muscular strength, endurance, power, and overall fitness. It involves using resistance to challenge the muscles and stimulate adaptations such as increased muscle mass, strength, and functional capacity. Strength training exercises can include bodyweight exercises, resistance band exercises, free weights (such as dumbbells and barbells), weight machines, and functional movements. The primary goal of strength training is to enhance physical performance and functional abilities.

2. Weight Training: Weight training, on the other hand, specifically refers to a subset of strength training that involves using weights or resistance to perform exercises. This typically includes exercises using free weights (such as dumbbells, barbells, kettlebells) or weight machines