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, ...

Women are being told to lift heavy weights for the sake of their health—and I totally agree with the sentiment. But while I ...

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 ...

Lifting weights provides a robust method for older women to improve their memory and mental health, regardless of whether ...

There are 61 athletes in the five women’s weightlifting classes at the Paris Olympics. Mary Theisen-Lappen is the oldest one. At 33, Theisen-Lappen doesn’t have the orthodox background of a lifter who ...

During her first year of college, Elisabeth Bradley was inspired to try weightlifting after she followed a woman tracking her fitness transformation on social media, one barbell at a time. Then, ...

MUMBAI — Actress Elli AvrRam has opened up about her evolving fitness journey, emphasizing the importance of mental well-being and encouraging women to embrace weight training as part of a balanced ...

Emmi Peterson, one of the trainers at Iron + Mettle, spots Catherine, who bench presses a loaded barbell. Photo by Sierra Hutto. Courtesy of Iron + Mettle. Its black-painted facade, etched with white ...

More women are lifting weights and strength training. It's building skills and confidence that translate to career growth and ...

Camille Palmer, of Cedar City, overcame addiction to become a world-record power lifter. She hopes her story will inspire ...

If you’re looking to become a stronger runner, it’s time to challenge yourself.