Should Women Strength Train? 7 Key Benefits

Let’s talk about the 7 key benefits to strength training for women! 💛 xo Dr. Kim

In this video, I’m going to explain to you why women so often make the mistake of neglecting strength training, and I’m going to share with you all the amazing benefits for us all when we include strength training in our fitness routines.

And I’m talking about benefits that go way beyond just getting bigger muscles.

There are a lot of myths out there about women and strength training, so I’m going to break those down for you too, today.

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[KimFosterMD]

I hope you enjoy this video! And let me know in the comments: do you strength train? ❤

[velmarbyrd]

Thanks for the sharing. I am 76 and have been weight lifting for 13 years. I quickly overcame sharing the space with muscular and not so muscular men. I make it a fully focused time and love every minute. No pain in my body. No medication. Retired teacher. I actually still work 5 days a week. I get so many compliments for family, friends and coworkers, and even strangers. I’m grateful for it all. I smile and thank God daily. Please continue to share this necessary and vital information. I share as often as I’m given the privilege.

[sandyrekemeier]

I started strength training 2 yrs ago at age 73. I lost 70 pounds following NOOM and wanted to make exercising more diverse. I live in a 55 plus community and started showing strength training videos at our recreation center for other seniors in our community. I am trying to encourage more residents to try weight training and will share your video. I love it!

[julielevesque]

You forgot that it also helps with hormone balance-very important for pre-menopausal and menopausal women.

[hmmm..]

I very much enjoyed this video! I began strength training in earnest a few weeks ago after spending some months at the gym doing almost nothing’s but cardio. It feels great to be uncomfortable and challenge my muscle and myself!

[SusanWarden]

So I’ve been doing strength training regularly since June (twice a week) and three/four times a week for three months now. I’m really proud of how consistent I’ve been with the help of my personal trainer on copilot (not sponsored just love it!) sometimes (like today) I still get down on myself, not feeling body positive and wishing for something different. This video helped me so much. Some of the information I already knew but some I didn’t. It’s so incredibly affirming to know there is so much more benefit than what I might see or not see on the outside. Being this consistent really is making a difference. I won’t give up, and I appreciate your video and evidence-based approach I can trust. 41 this month and I’m proud to say it.

I saw in the comments below that you offer menopause information. Im going to check out this next as I find it overwhelming and under talked about. TIA

[JoJo-xofh]

1 Builds Muscle Strength/ beautiful
2 Lose/maintain Weight, boosts metabolism
3 Improving Bone Health Less Injury, slowing Bone Loss
4 Controlling Blood Sugar Levels
5 Posture
6 Better Sleep
7 Improves Mood!!
Bonus Teaches you to Deal with Discomfort Better!! Lean into uncomfortable Situations!!❤️

[michellekeller]

I do resistance training with resistance bands. Such a great workout. Along with IF and Prolonged fasting and working out in the fasted state I’ve lost almost 20# since Jan 2. I feel amazing.

[garytarolli]

I sent this to my sister who is approaching 60. Everything discussed in this video I have proselytized for 50 years. Strength training is important, but is more beneficial if you do progressive training. Increase the amount of weight over time.

[gabbyskitchen]

Hi! Would you agree that some women do bulk more than others? If you would look at my arms you would think I lift 20 30 lbs I only use 10 and 15. My legs where I carry most of my fat(not over weight, slim) if I do lunges forget it my pants start getting tight I only squat only use 20lb dumbbells and I deadlift to keep them on slimmer side, also a lot of walking, steps. Would love to hear your thoughts and thanks for all your information 😊

[wayneschneider]

Please ditch the background music or turn it way down. Very distracting. I want to listen to YOU.

[ethercept]

What a great video for women! Thanks, was looking for something to send my GF! Cheers!

[livingbolderfitnessover]

I was SO happy to learn that you got on board with strength training! I am a menopause fitness specialist and I create online fitness and wellness programs for midlife women. I purchased your Marvelous Menopause Coaching program to add to my offerings and wondered why there was no fitness module (so I'm adding one!). Strength training has completely transformed my body and my life... I think it should be a non-negotiable for women over 40... and really, ALL women! 😊

[Kit-tee]

I’m a little late seeing this video. I was doing Keto since March of 2023. Lost 30 lbs in 4 months then stalled for 3 months or so. It wasn’t sustainable for me. I didn’t have energy to workout. I researched weight training and decided to give it a go. I changed my diet to a mostly clean whole foods diet and started a body recomp journey in October and lost 10Lbs of fat and gained some muscle. I’m 4’10” and now weight 140lbs. My goal is to get down to 20% body fat and maybe 115lbs. I have a long way to go but I’m motivated and by this time next year I’ll have reached my goal. 😊 Anyone can do this!

[jackdewipper]

Yes women should train strength. At my BJJ dojo there is a girl that also trains strength besides jiu jitsu and I am 6.14 and 220 lbs and this girl is like 5.57 and 140 lbs and she is giving me hard time fighting her. Her strength is unbelievable.

[cafeconLLV]

For many years I stopped so now I'm getting back into strength training the only thing I'm having trouble with is the soreness the day after any tips to alleviate the soreness?

[waitheranjoki]

No I don't but I'm interested