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 ...

Is heavy lifting the real fountain of youth? These women over 60—and science—say yes

Lifting heavy—at any age—is backed by science. Take an investigation aptly named the LIFTMOR study: When postmenopausal women ...
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Heavy lifting could replace your therapist completely

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 ...
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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 ...
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Ask the Doctors: Lifting Heavy Weights May Be Beneficial for Older Adults

Dear Doctors: I enjoy lifting heavy weights. It makes me stronger and helps me feel energized. The trainer at my gym says that, because I’m 84 years old, it’s not a good idea. He’s been after me to ...
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These 10 women started strength training in their 60s, 70s and beyond – and transformed their lives

For years, we’ve been bombarded by the trope of ageing 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 ...