Scared of lifting weights?

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  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    i always refer back to this article for the ladies "train like a man, look like a goddess" www.leangains.com
  • savbentley
    savbentley Posts: 103
    Just giving you a hard time. This might not be the best place to find others who train very heavy. I think it is less of a misconceived fear of bulking up, especially on MFP than it is most women would rather not exercise at a gym, and therefore don't train with anything more than light dumbbells, body weight or bands. Some may not want to workout in front of others, some may not want to travel/pay for a membership, or some don't have the time.

    You've got it right though, lift heavy, it will never bulk you up to that of a caveman looking physique and does wonders for your health.

    That's more where I was going with this post LOL. I totally agree. I see so many girls at the gym who are perfectly healthy with 3lb dumbbells that think they're going to turn into the incredible hulk if they pick up more than that. It's such a health benefit to be strong, which I simply wanted to point out I wish more women realized. :)
  • savbentley
    savbentley Posts: 103
    I'm not scared, but I did just start but it's heavy for me.

    Everyone starts somewhere! it's awesome that you're trying. :)
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    any woman/chick that squats or deadlifts heavy is hot in my book....
  • savbentley
    savbentley Posts: 103
    any woman/chick that squats or deadlifts heavy is hot in my book....

    we have found our common ground :tongue:
  • RunDoozer
    RunDoozer Posts: 1,699 Member
    Is this real life?

    is this just fantasy?

    Caught in a landslide
    No escape from reality
    Open your eyes
    Look up to the skies and see
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    any woman/chick that squats or deadlifts heavy is hot in my book....

    we have found our common ground :tongue:

    hmmm how about that ..MFP brining breakfast haters and lovers together since 1993....

    FYI the breakfast thread was a troll thread ..but don't go in there and tell anyone I want to see how many more peoples heads explode....
  • willieswenson
    willieswenson Posts: 31
    Just giving you a hard time. This might not be the best place to find others who train very heavy. I think it is less of a misconceived fear of bulking up, especially on MFP than it is most women would rather not exercise at a gym, and therefore don't train with anything more than light dumbbells, body weight or bands. Some may not want to workout in front of others, some may not want to travel/pay for a membership, or some don't have the time.

    You've got it right though, lift heavy, it will never bulk you up to that of a caveman looking physique and does wonders for your health.

    That's more where I was going with this post LOL. I totally agree. I see so many girls at the gym who are perfectly healthy with 3lb dumbbells that think they're going to turn into the incredible hulk if they pick up more than that. It's such a health benefit to be strong, which I simply wanted to point out I wish more women realized. :)

    Absolutely, most of the women I've worked with are very cautious and don't trust me when I design a regimen with lifting in it, and are very apprehensive. What most people don't realize is first, if you are at a caloric deficit, muscle growth won't occur, second, lifting weights is key to having a tight and toned physique by retaining what lean mass you have, and third, it does wonders for the joints, nervous system and is more efficient in regards to calorie burning. Women also lake sufficient test levels to pack on mass without the aid of synthetic substances.
  • Joreanasaurous
    Joreanasaurous Posts: 1,384 Member
    I lift weights. I am pretty new to it, but I love it.
  • savbentley
    savbentley Posts: 103
    any woman/chick that squats or deadlifts heavy is hot in my book....

    we have found our common ground :tongue:

    hmmm how about that ..MFP brining breakfast haters and lovers together since 1993....

    FYI the breakfast thread was a troll thread ..but don't go in there and tell anyone I want to see how many more peoples heads explode....

    HAHAHA, that's fantastic.
  • JonathonMars
    JonathonMars Posts: 358 Member
    I think this site is almost obsessive about lifting, actually.

    That said, weights terrify me.

    They also terrify the trainer I'm working with--not because he doesn't use them, he does all the time--but he seems VERY scared I'm going to hurt myself.

    I've decided something must be wrong with me.
  • quishajuice
    quishajuice Posts: 106 Member
    LOVE lifting weights!! i actually prefer it over cardio these days. I stopped really using MFP forums because I too, rarely see women on here that like to lift. FYI if you're looking for the social media mecca of Women who lift Instagram is it LOL. Feel free to add me on there I use it way more than this. same username "quishajuice" :)
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    I think this site is almost obsessive about lifting, actually.

    That said, weights terrify me.

    They also terrify the trainer I'm working with--not because he doesn't use them, he does all the time--but he seems VERY scared I'm going to hurt myself.

    I've decided something must be wrong with me.

    what? If he teaches you proper form you will not hurt yourself..get a new trainer...
  • mustgetmuscles1
    mustgetmuscles1 Posts: 3,346 Member
    Just a few threads with ladies who lift.

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/812464-show-me-ur-heavy-lifting-results-please
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/849093-show-me-ur-heavy-lifting-results-please
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/535512-real-mfp-women-weight-training-befores-and-afters
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/589405-real-mfp-women-weight-training-befores-and-afters
    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/884447-do-you-lift-heavy-are-you-bulky
  • geekyjock76
    geekyjock76 Posts: 2,720 Member
    Congratulations on your progress and enthusiasm to be a personal trainer. It certainly has it's rewards and your experience can lead to connecting to clients easily. And yes, women who lift are sexy as f@ck. :smile:
  • littlebudgie
    littlebudgie Posts: 279 Member
    LOVE lifting weights!! i actually prefer it over cardio these days. I stopped really using MFP forums because I too, rarely see women on here that like to lift. FYI if you're looking for the social media mecca of Women who lift Instagram is it LOL. Feel free to add me on there I use it way more than this. same username "quishajuice" :)

    Fitocracy is also full of women who lift.
  • Barbellerella
    Barbellerella Posts: 1,838 Member
    Congratulations on your progress and enthusiasm to be a personal trainer. It certainly has it's rewards and your experience can lead to connecting to clients easily. And yes, women who lift are sexy as f@ck. :smile:
    how YOU doin'
  • KarenJanine
    KarenJanine Posts: 3,497 Member
    Lady lifter here! I'd never have even thought to train with heavy weights before coming to MFP - I'd dabbled with machines at the gym and 5lb Barbie weights (though mine were blue, not pink). I still don't personally know any other female lifters IRL. MFP has shown me the way. There's plenty of lady lifters to be found here and plenty of great information if you're willing to see past the not so good information.
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    Lady lifter here! I'd never have even thought to train with heavy weights before coming to MFP - I'd dabbled with machines at the gym and 5lb Barbie weights (though mine were blue, not pink). I still don't personally know any other female lifters IRL. MFP has shown me the way. There's plenty of lady lifters to be found here and plenty of great information if you're willing to see past the not so good information.

    would any of the lady lifters care to propose to me???? LOL
  • jedikrissy
    jedikrissy Posts: 106 Member
    Is this real life?

    is this just fantasy?

    Caught in a landslide,
    No escape from reality! :laugh:
  • ndj1979
    ndj1979 Posts: 29,136 Member
    Is this real life?

    is this just fantasy?

    Caught in a landslide,
    No escape from reality! :laugh:

    shot through the heart and your too late ...oh wait wrong song...LOL
  • michael200042
    michael200042 Posts: 21
    Girls cannot bulk they do not have the testosterone!!!!! Doing low reps of heavy weights will transform the shape of your body and is great for weight loss! They also help you burn calories post-workout.

    In saying that, i do heavy weights.

    ^Finally, a woman who understands the truth!!
  • Yeller_Sensation
    Yeller_Sensation Posts: 373 Member
    Been lifting three times a week since Feb 18, 2012, but realized only in the past 12 weeks how much further the human body will go when it's pushed (I have a strength training partner now and sometimes he pushes me to insane limits).

    I am much stronger today than I was a mere six months ago.

    I love looking at and feeling my muscles.

    I definitely do not look like a man despite aforementioned muscles (the bikini picture in my profile hopefully proves this). I do eat like one some days, though.
  • savbentley
    savbentley Posts: 103
    Girls cannot bulk they do not have the testosterone!!!!! Doing low reps of heavy weights will transform the shape of your body and is great for weight loss! They also help you burn calories post-workout.

    In saying that, i do heavy weights.

    ^Finally, a woman who understands the truth!!

    Yes yes and yes.
  • savbentley
    savbentley Posts: 103
    LOVE lifting weights!! i actually prefer it over cardio these days. I stopped really using MFP forums because I too, rarely see women on here that like to lift. FYI if you're looking for the social media mecca of Women who lift Instagram is it LOL. Feel free to add me on there I use it way more than this. same username "quishajuice" :)


    I'm way more active on IG too! Followed. Mine is savbentley. :)
  • savbentley
    savbentley Posts: 103
    Been lifting three times a week since Feb 18, 2012, but realized only in the past 12 weeks how much further the human body will go when it's pushed (I have a strength training partner now and sometimes he pushes me to insane limits).

    I am much stronger today than I was a mere six months ago.

    I love looking at and feeling my muscles.

    I definitely do not look like a man despite aforementioned muscles (the bikini picture in my profile hopefully proves this). I do eat like one some days, though.

    Amen to that girl!
  • extraordinary_machine
    extraordinary_machine Posts: 3,028 Member
    Just giving you a hard time. This might not be the best place to find others who train very heavy. I think it is less of a misconceived fear of bulking up, especially on MFP than it is most women would rather not exercise at a gym, and therefore don't train with anything more than light dumbbells, body weight or bands. Some may not want to workout in front of others, some may not want to travel/pay for a membership, or some don't have the time.

    You've got it right though, lift heavy, it will never bulk you up to that of a caveman looking physique and does wonders for your health.

    For being a member here of just a whopping month, I'm not surprised that you have some misconceptions about what MFP has to offer. In fact, MFP is a GREAT place to find other women that train heavy--a previous poster linked a few threads that were started in that last COUPLE OF DAYS that focused on women who lift heavy. You might want to know what you're talking about before you open your mouth and stick your foot in it. :flowerforyou:
  • boomerz12
    boomerz12 Posts: 140
    I quit cardio after I started lifting. Cardio bores me to death.
  • savbentley
    savbentley Posts: 103
    Just giving you a hard time. This might not be the best place to find others who train very heavy. I think it is less of a misconceived fear of bulking up, especially on MFP than it is most women would rather not exercise at a gym, and therefore don't train with anything more than light dumbbells, body weight or bands. Some may not want to workout in front of others, some may not want to travel/pay for a membership, or some don't have the time.

    You've got it right though, lift heavy, it will never bulk you up to that of a caveman looking physique and does wonders for your health.

    For being a member here of just a whopping month, I'm not surprised that you have some misconceptions about what MFP has to offer. In fact, MFP is a GREAT place to find other women that train heavy--a previous poster linked a few threads that were started in that last COUPLE OF DAYS that focused on women who lift heavy. You might want to know what you're talking about before you open your mouth and stick your foot in it. :flowerforyou:


    Where does rudeness get us? All hail the MFP forum alumni.. hahaha. damn.
  • savbentley
    savbentley Posts: 103
    I quit cardio after I started lifting. Cardio bores me to death.

    I have to literally force my cardio. I love lifting, but cardio makes me want to off myself. I feel your pain.

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