Lifting weights gives more benefits than a toned body. However, you may feel intimidated by weight lifting due to the thought of it being too "masculine" or the fear of looking like an overly-buff body builder.But, there is a way you can build muscle without spending all your time in the free weight section of your gym.Here's how you can build muscle:

Make workouts intense

Err on the side of less training

Chart your progress

Proper nutrition

Restful sleep

Self-education

Never quit

Holly Lucille, ND, RN, shares the seven ways to build muscle.