Strength training has a range of benefits for women - here are four ways to get into weights

For many women, strength training is empowering, improving confidence and body image. Picture a gym 10 years ago: the weights room was largely a male-dominated space, with women mostly doing cardio exercise . Fast-forward to today and you’re likely to see women of all ages and backgrounds confidently navigating weights equipment.

This is more than just anecdotal. According to data from the Australian Sports Commission, the number of women participating in weightlifting (either competitively or not) grew nearly five-fold between 2016 and 2022. Women are discovering what research has long shown: strength training offers benefits beyond sculpted muscles.

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