The benefits of strength training are well established, from boosting metabolism to promoting healthy aging. Fortunately, there are many different ways to incorporate strength training, aka resistance training, into your fitness routine, from body-weight exercises to free weights and machines at the gym.

For strength training newbies, this type of workout may seem overwhelming because there are so many different strategies. And one of the first questions you may find yourself asking is: Should I be doing full-body strength workouts or splits, when you focus on one area of the body each session (arm day versus leg day, etc.)?

Here's what to know to make the right choice for you. And for more strength training tips, download the Start TODAY app , which offers a range of full, upper and l

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