Tag Archives: Strength

Strength training has many benefits for women. Here are 4 ways to gain weight

Strength training has many benefits for women. Here are 4 ways to gain weight

Imagine a gym ten years ago: the weight room was a largely male-dominated space, with women mostly doing cardio exercises. Fast forward to today, and you’ll likely see women of all ages and backgrounds confidently handling exercise equipment. This is more than just an anecdote. According to data from Australian Sports Commissionnumber of women participation […]

Think you’re too busy to strength train at work? Try this quick and easy guide

Think you’re too busy to strength train at work? Try this quick and easy guide

Do you sit at your desk all day and then find that you’re exhausted, your back hurts, and exercise is the last thing on your mind? I hear you. But working at a desk can be deadlyso I take it regularly strength breaks during the working day is essential for your health and well-being. Strength […]

Strength training early in life can ensure lifelong health and well-being for children and adolescents

Strength training early in life can ensure lifelong health and well-being for children and adolescents

– Aren’t they a bit young for that? This is a question I heard regularly from parents when I recommended strength training to children I worked with, ranging in age from 6 to 18, in youth sports. In my four years as a strength and conditioning coach, I often received questions from parents about the […]