The need for efficient strength training: do we really need muscles?

The causes of 80% of work related injuries are to be found within the musculoskeletal system:
•    Muscular atrophy: muscle that is not used vigorously on a regular base is gradually broken down
•    Pre-weakening of stabilising muscles: leading to overloading of the joints
•    Cartilage growing thinner: leading to more frequent joint injury
•    Overuse of remaining muscle fibres: leading to chronic pain

Strength training counteracts this – it gives us:

•    The means to maintain or increase muscle mass
•    Stronger bones – a stronger skeleton
•    Thicker and firmer cartilage
•    Increased metabolism
•    Improved fat metabolism
•    Lowered blood sugars
•    Lowered blood fats
•    Lowered blood pressure
•    Improved back strength – by strengthening stomach muscles
•    Reduced risk for joint wear that leads to joint pain
•    Improved flexibility, strength and stamina
•    Faster, more efficient healing