For decades, many women have been told what a “feminine” body should ideally look like — slim, trim, toned, ripped even, but not bulky. Due to the inhibition of not looking “feminine” enough, several ...

Three new titles explore the power of women building muscle. By Danielle Friedman For most of modern history, women were warned that lifting heavy weights was unladylike and possibly dangerous. Even ...

Walk into any gym right now and you'll notice something different. More curvy women are claiming their space at the weight racks, confidently hoisting dumbbells and perfecting their deadlift form.

Time and again, experts have emphasised the importance of strength training for women. It is not just about looking buff; strength training supports many vital bodily functions and helps counter ...

Growing up, my mother showed me that weightlifting is for women every week as she lifted weights in our garage. As a toddler, I mimicked her strength training movements, which is why I now lift five ...

If, so far, you’ve not been all that interested in weight training, this story might leave you reaching for the nearest dumbbell. An American-Chinese study has revealed a link between weight training ...

Stone lifting, the Old Irish Goat, and pioneering women.

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 ...