Strength training sparks endless debates, especially for women navigating fitness trends. Heavy weights—barbells, kettlebells, or dumbbells beyond the usual 5-pounders—often carry a reputation for ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Lift heavy to build ...

Dear Doctors: I enjoy lifting heavy weights. It makes me stronger and helps me feel energized. The trainer at my gym says that, because I’m 84 years old, it’s not a good idea. He’s been after me to ...

If there’s one thing I hope to accomplish in my fitness career, it’s to convince people to start lifting heavy things. More and more people are realizing how important strength training is (strong is ...

BRATTLEBORO — Everyone has a story. Entering the 36th Annual Can-Am Powerlifting Championships set to take place at Supreme Fitness on Saturday, that was never more apparent from some of the ...

Scroll any fitness feed and you’ll see it: people clanging plates, chasing PRs, and even pulling dangerous stunts for the pride of lifting heavy. And where there’s real joy in getting stronger, ...