India, Jan. 8 -- Strength training has often been misunderstood as something meant only for bodybuilders or people trying to bulk up. In reality, it plays a powerful role in weight loss and overall health. From lifting dumbbells to using resistance bands or even your own body weight, strength training challenges your muscles in a way that burns calories long after your workout is done. Unlike cardio, which mainly burns calories during exercise, strength training helps you build muscle and muscle keeps your metabolism active even at rest.

According to nutritionist and senior master fitness trainer Mitushi Ajmera, strength training is one of the most effective tools for sustainable fat loss, better body composition, and long-term metabolic...