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Should women lift heavy?
Aqua_Sony2012
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Yes.8
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If they want to16
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Yes.3
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If they want to. Why would you think women shouldn't lift heavy?5
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Absolutely. I see no reason for this to even be a debate topic. Anyone can lift heavy if they want to and if they are able.19
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Absolutely not. /sarcasm5
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My ovaries can't handle heavy lifting.25
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Only if they want to look manly.
:Insertsarcasm:15 -
I swear, this is the myth that never dies.
You don't get bulky unless you REALLY work for it, or you take drugs.
Lifting has done wonders for my self-esteem, body composition, and strength.20 -
They might die if they do...duh3
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As long as they aren't doing it alone with Mike Pence.46
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If they like doing it of course they should. If they don't like lifting heavy they should find something they enjoy doing right?3
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enterdanger wrote: »My ovaries can't handle heavy lifting.
I thought it made one's uterus fall out.12 -
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VioletRojo wrote: »
I thought it made one's uterus fall out.
According to someone on another thread today they were told that is caused by excessive running.6 -
Yes!1
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According to someone on another thread today they were told that is caused by excessive running.
Well, then I'm screwed.
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VioletRojo wrote: »
I thought it made one's uterus fall out.
Oh man I was so excited to get to say this, you ruined my day
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100% yes. I lift heavy - nothing more empowering then pulling a deadlift twice your body weight off the floor.8
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Yes (if they want).2
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VioletRojo wrote: »
I thought it made one's uterus fall out.
My mom legitimately believes this and reminds me on a regular basis.3 -
I'm surprised it's even a question...6 -
RuNaRoUnDaFiEld wrote: »If they want to
This. End of discussion.8 -
This list says yes to me: http://www.powerliftingwatch.com/records/raw/women-world2
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ladyreva78 wrote: »
I'm surprised it's even a question...
Pretty sure it's not a legit question since the OP joined today and already deactivated....maybe they deleted their account and went to go lift?10 -
Keladelphia wrote: »
Pretty sure it's not a legit question since the OP joined today and already deactivated....maybe they deleted their account and went to go lift?
I can only hope so!2 -
She isn't entirely wrong. A pre-existing uterine prolapse can be exacerbated by lifting anything heavy, as it places pressure on the abdomen.Keladelphia wrote: »
My mom legitimately believes this and reminds me on a regular basis.
http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Prolapse-of-the-uterus/Pages/Introduction.aspx
Same goes for running.
http://www.livestrong.com/article/449307-can-distance-running-worsen-uterine-prolapse/According to the Gynecologic Specialists of Northwestern, long-distance running can worsen uterine prolapse. Running generates an almost constant impact of the uterus onto the pelvic floor muscles. In an already weakened state, these muscles can stretch even further as a result of the repetitive force, which may then lead to additional sagging of the uterus.
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While prolonged periods of running can worsen this condition, it doesn't lead to uterine prolapse. You'd already need to have a prolapsed uterus for this athletic pursuit to cause any real damage. The most common causes of this condition are pregnancy and vaginal childbirth, but you may also suffer uterine prolapse as a result of aging or menopause. Even obesity and chronic coughing are known to contribute to a weakening of the pelvic floor and subsequent prolapse of the uterus.5 -
Women should do some kind of resistance training just as any man should do some kind of resistance training. Whether that's lifting "heavy" or not would be dependent on the objectives. "Heavy" as in low rep at a high % of max weight per movement is an excellent way to gain maximal strength in a fairly linear fashion.2
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Depends. Do they want to lift heavy? Are they cleared by their doctor to lift heavy? Just like men, if they're healthy enough to do it and they want to do it then they should do it bar other preventing factors.3
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HeliumIsNoble wrote: »She isn't entirely wrong. A pre-existing uterine prolapse can be exacerbated by lifting anything heavy, as it places pressure on the abdomen.
http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Prolapse-of-the-uterus/Pages/Introduction.aspx
I'm 100% sure she has no idea what a prolapse of the uterus is and with the odds of that being extremely low for me at this stage in my life I certainly won't be informing her as I don't want to give any more fuel to her fire
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