How I Learned to Love Lifting Heavy

When you lift heavy over time, you build reserves of strength. You accrue power for now, and also for later. It requires ...
Rolling Out

The magical transformation of women who lift heavy

Strength training sparks endless debates, especially for women navigating fitness trends. Heavy weights—barbells, kettlebells, or dumbbells beyond the usual 5-pounders—often carry a reputation for ...
Yahoo

'My Life Fell Apart At 40. Lifting Heavy Saved Me.'

A couple of years ago, I entered a chapter of life that put my mental strength to the test. As a self-employed personal trainer and the co-owner of a digital fitness platform, I was at a crossroads in ...
Business Insider

5 weight lifting myths for women and the health benefits women who lift weights gain

Our stories are reviewed by medical professionals to ensure you get the most accurate and useful information about your health and wellness. For more information, visit our medical review board. Women ...
Popular Science

I lift heavy weights to soothe my fibromyalgia pain—here’s what the science says

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. I THINK THE BARBELL SAVED ME. Before that, I was toiling under the ...
Women's Health

'At 40, weightlifting saved me when my life fell apart'

A couple of years ago, I entered a chapter of life that put my mental strength to the test. As a self-employed personal trainer and the co-owner of a digital fitness platform, I was at a crossroads in ...