Healthy and strong muscles are essential for proper body functioning. Also, some people may want to achieve a physical appearance that is enhanced by muscle development.
Skeletal muscles are composed of contracting muscle fibers that make movement possible. Muscle contraction also plays a role in how a person sits and stands – in other words, their posture. Similarly, muscles affect joint stability, heat production, and maintenance of body temperature.
Interestingly, skeletal muscles are not just muscles but organs as well. They contain many components including muscle fibers, connective, nerve, and blood or vascular tissues.
Muscles vary in size from the large ones in the back and thigh to much smaller muscles in parts of the body such as the middle ear.
Fast facts on how long it takes to build muscle:
- Muscle growth from resistance training exercises depends on several factors and can take weeks or months.
- When starting any exercise program, it is essential to speak to a doctor about past or current injuries and other health considerations.
- Deciding the best way to build muscle depends on a person’s goals.
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