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 ...
Bodybuilder Dani Taylor said she was scared to go to the gym when she started her fitness journey. She initially stuck to cardio because she thought weightlifting was intimidating (but intriguing).
In the fitness world, it's common to hear women express their desire to tone up without getting bulky. This fear is based on the myth that lifting heavy weights will make women develop large, ...
Swerve this common misconception to embrace strength training in 2026 ...
In a hurry? Here are the top picks for both women’s weightlifting shoes and cross-trainers: For powerlifting, deadlifting, Olympic lifting, and squatting, these Nordic-designed Core weightlifting ...
For years, we’ve been bombarded by the trope of aging gracefully—staying small, moving slowly, playing it safe in the gym and in life. But a growing number of women are rejecting that tired script and ...