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 ...

A new study reveals that lifting heavier weights delivers strength gains that last for years. Discover why women over 50 should embrace heavy lifting to stay strong, confident, and ageless.

Menopause, hormones. Do women actually need special workout rules? Lauren Colenso-Semple, PhD, explains what the science ...

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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Abs. We all have them. I was a competitive athlete (soccer, tennis, basketball) growing up, and I’ve ...

You might think lifting heavy weights is just about building muscle and getting stronger, but the mental health benefits of resistance training rival those of antidepressants and therapy for many ...

About a year ago, I was working as a part-time boxing and HIIT instructor when I experienced a milestone thought. I had finished teaching class and stepped outside the studio to talk to members, all ...

Jennifer Aniston’s toned abs and youthful-looking physique are perhaps not as surprising as the manner in which she achieved ...

Georgina Rodríguez's real secret is consistency and a focus on strength over skinniness. For women, strength training is ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . Resistance training is safe and effective for most pregnant women, but expert guidance is lacking. More support ...

DALLAS — You’ve probably heard it before — if women lift heavy weights, they’ll end up more Arnold Schwarzenegger than Michelle Obama. Personal trainers and many lean, fit women are debunking that ...