5. Decreases risk of type 2 diabetes

When you’re lifting weights, your body is building muscle tissue. This action increases the need for glucose in your body. In order to compensate, the muscle takes the glucose that is present in your bloodstream, which helps maintain blood sugar levels and prevents them from getting too high. This process helps reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Studies in the past suggest that those who lift weights and participate in strength training had a greater moderation of blood sugar levels in their body.