Myth Busting : "Lifting Weights as a Female makes you Big & Bulky!"

For some women lifting weights can be daunting.. the thought process of “getting big & bulky” holds them back from unlocking some great benefits of strength training 💪 When in fact lifting weights can be the best thing that you can do as a female.

What is strength training?

Strength training refers to exercises that are designed to build strength and endurance by forcing your muscles to work against an opposing force or resistance. The resistance can come from weight machines, free weights, resistance bands or your own body weight, as with push-ups and squats. The good news is, you don’t need a gym membership to get in a good strength-training workout – many effective resistance exercises can be done at home.

Below are a few reasons why we believe you as a woman should incorporate strength / weight training into your routine :

🦴 Builds bone density: As women age, they become more susceptible to osteoporosis & a decline in bone density. Resistance training, such as lifting weights - helps stimulate bone growth & increase bone density, and improving overall bone health.

💥 Increases metabolism & burns calories: Resistance training helps build lean muscle mass, which is more metabolically active than fat. As a result, women who incorporate weightlifting or resistance training into their fitness routine can boost their metabolism, allowing them to burn more calories even at rest.

💥 Note : This can be particularly beneficial during menopause when metabolism tends to slow down.

💪 Improves body composition and strength: Lifting weights or engaging in resistance training helps reduce body fat & increasing muscle mass.

💥 Additionally, increased strength from resistance training can enhance functional abilities, making everyday tasks easier and promoting independence as women age.

Here at Arise we have one of the best Small Group Training Programmes which includes weight training.. a safe learning environment for you to be your best 💪🔥 If Small Group training isn't for you check out some of our Studio Classes that uses light weights : Arise Pump & Arise HIIT.

Plan out your week today & add in some strength training!