Lifting iron is weightlifting, also called strength training or weight training.

Lifting iron is a kind of exercise, which aims to increase muscle strength and endurance and improve body shape through repeated strength training. Lifting iron usually includes using barbells, dumbbells or other weight-bearing equipment to carry out various actions, such as bench press, squat, hard pull and so on. This exercise can be carried out in a gym, training center or family fitness space.

1. The history and origin of weightlifting. The history of lifting iron can be traced back to the Olympic Games in ancient Greece, when athletes showed their strength and physique by lifting stones. With the passage of time, weightlifting has gradually developed into a special competitive event and has become one of the official Olympic events.

2. Basic movements and training methods of weightlifting. The basic movements of lifting iron are bench press, squat, hard pull, snatch and clean and jerk. These movements exercise the chest muscles, leg muscles, back muscles and shoulder muscles respectively. The training method of lifting iron can be adjusted according to individual goals, including weight, times, number of groups, rest time and so on.

3. The health benefits of weightlifting. Weightlifting training can bring many benefits, including enhancing muscle strength and endurance, improving body shape, increasing bone density, preventing sports injuries, promoting metabolism and improving cardiovascular health. In addition, lifting iron can also enhance self-confidence and willpower and cultivate persistent spiritual quality.

4. Safety precautions for lifting iron. When carrying out iron lifting training, we need to pay attention to the following safety matters: choose the weight suitable for our own ability level, correct posture and skills, gradually increase the training intensity, avoid using too much weight to cause injuries, maintain proper rest time and recovery, and seek professional guidance and coach's advice in time.

5. The combination of weightlifting and other sports. Lifting iron can be combined with other types of sports for comprehensive training, such as aerobic exercise, flexibility training, core stability training and so on. Comprehensive training can bring more comprehensive physical adjustment and functional improvement, while reducing the limitations brought by single exercise.