7. Increase energy, balance

Even though lifting weights requires you to use energy, you will actually have more energy if you consistently lift weights. This is due to the fact that lifting increases your VO2max, which is the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use and transport. By increasing this, your physical fitness increases as well. An increase in the release of hormones during your workout will also give you the familiar “high” that many exercise enthusiasts talk about, leaving you to feel energized. As you age, your muscle mass will decrease, which eventually leads to weight gain and a loss in balance and flexibility. Increasing your muscle mass will help to preserve it for when you are older. It also works to strengthen your joints, allowing for more flexibility.