Women’s Gym
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| Many women have the impression they should train differently then men. Pink dumbbells, swiss balls and aerobics are the order of the day.
What’s up with that? There is a misconception that if women train with weights - heavy weights in particular, they will start to “look like a man”. This is patently false, as the vast majority of women do not have the hormonal profile (ie. testosterone) that would allow this to happen. It is also clear this kind of thinking is causing women to suffer unnecessary health challenges as a result. For example, let’s take a look at Osteoporosis. Studies clearly indicate that weight bearing exercise reduces the risk of spinal challenges and broken bones, and 2lb foo-foo dumbbells are not going to get it done. Women’s bodies need to be challenged and pushed, and the fundamental exercises are the ones that give the toned athletic look many are after. Ladies, don’t be afraid of the iron! |
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