Why weightlifting?

Fullsterkur_woman

“Strong people are harder to kill than weak people and more useful in general.”

― Mark Rippetoe

and a combination of all of what has been said above. Makes you healthier, stronger, sexier, leaner, more confident...

Also, you might consider taking some time to reflect on what you want to get out of it and set some goals. I generally don't do something fitness wise unless I know why I'm doing it and how it will help me achieve my goals.

This. I do it to "be more indestructible".

My ready response, as has already been said, is "Why not?" or "Because I can." But for you, I would say so that you can be as awesome as Leeloo Dallas Multipass. :bigsmile:

HeidiMightyRawr

Because it's fun.

I get stronger and more capable physically.

It helps my bones to stay strong.

I retain more muscle when I lose fat.

To eat significantly more.

Lleldiranne

Because I never have been the wilting delicate flower type, and I want to be the strong one in my house, not depend on the menfolk to move furniture or open a jar or whatever

Actually, for me, because it's fun, there's a rush when you reach a PR (I'm glad to see I'm not the only one who wants to roar after completing a difficult set!), and I want my teenage daughter to see that she DOESN'T have to choose between smart, strong, and beautiful!!

Hauntinglyfit

Because i look really pretty deadlifting with my new pink gloves on.

cwolfman13

Why weightlifting?

What SHOULD I have said?

You scared bro?

BinaryPulsar

Why weightlifting?

What SHOULD I have said?

You scared bro?

Yeah, that's a good answer!

hearthemelody

hearthemelody

http://www.cdc.gov/physicalactivity/growingstronger/why/
http://www.mayoclinic.org/strength-training/ART-20046670

This was very helpful, thank you!

Fullsterkur_woman

Mul. Tee. Pass!!
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