This means that only one joint is in motion and only one main muscle group is being recruited. Body weighted exercises are all close-chained movements meaning that more than one joint is in motion and more than one muscle group is being recruited. Karp claims that “old fashioned” body weight training is a much more effective way to train. It shows true strength to weight ratio. Body weight training increases your three dimensional movement, body kinesthetics, and empowerment to do everyday tasks(Karp). Smith also agrees with the idea of body weight exercises granting empowerment to perform everyday tasks. She uses the example of placing a suitcase or bag of luggage in the overhead compartment of a plane. Although this movement is simple and not very difficult and requires the collaboration of more than one muscle group especially the core. Smith says that body weight resistance training is the most effective way to equip your body for everyday …show more content…
New muscle cells are formed when the membrane in between muscle cells and tissues is torn from stress(Lee). Since using your body in your exercise routine recruits more muscle tissue than lifting weights is will build muscle more efficiently. Zinczenko also states that body weight movements increase balance, budd coordination, and develop the CNS. The central nervous system is the crucial connection between your brain and your body. It allows your brain to tell your body exactly what you want to do. A baby, whose central nervous system is still not fully developed, has spirattic and jerky uncontrolled movements. Improving your central nervous system will increase your body control and give you precision in your movements. David Oliver, the strength and conditioning for Orlando Magic, says that “Body-weight exercises are some of the best to do for all-around, total fitness”, and also he says, "They 're easy to do, they 're functional, and they work." Oliver has the professional basketball team do full body weight workouts several times a