Lifting barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, plates, friends, or your own bodyweight are just a few examples of the diversity of resistance training. It is one of the best ways of achieving a beach body, as increasing lean muscle mass helps to burn fat, while developing strength, optimising health, boosting cardio, building mental fortitude and becoming more flexible among other things. In addition, it promotes the breakdown and growth of bones which reduces the risk of injury.