“The real boost from strength training comes after you leave the gym,” says Holly Perkins, CSCS, author of the new book Women’s Health Lift to Get Lean. “Your body starts the repair and recovery process.” MORE: A Woman’s Guide to Strength Training for Beginners Ready to really commit to making a difference in your muscle tone (and the way you feel)? Perkins suggests these five tips for speeding up your strength gains: The article 5 Tips For Speedier Strength Gains was adapted from Women’s Health Lift to Get Lean and originally ran on Fitbie.com. MORE: Expert Picks for Your Workout Wardrobe
