Muscle tone refers to the state of tension in your muscles that contributes to your ability to maintain proper posture and coordination. Exercises that 'tone' your muscles aim to increase the definition of your muscles. Resistance training is a great method to gain muscle definition. 

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Muscle tone can be considered an undercover contraction. This particular type of contraction is controlled by involuntary spinal reflexes that work to maintain your level of coordination and posture. Without ample muscle tone, tasks such as sitting upright or raising your arm could be very difficult. The tone of your muscles is an intrinsic factor and is very difficult to change.

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Muscular endurance training will increase the definition of your muscles without adding bulk to your frame. The emphasis for these particular exercises is on completing a high number of repetitions with a lower amount of weight. This type of training builds your muscular strength to a degree but mainly focuses on increasing muscular stamina.

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