Morgan, Joseph, and Anabel talk about women in fitness and some of the myths and concerns for women and strength training.

•[00:30] Life Updates: USAPL Nationals, Ireland, 75Hard, Natural Olympia, and No-Nut November

•[09:10] Women & Strength Training: Myths/Concerns

•[10:00] Will lifting heavy make women bulky?

•[16:25] What will happen to my boobs?

•[20:45] How difficult is it to put on muscle?

•[23:40] Menstrual Cycle Training Advantages

•[35:35] Being Weak is Dangerous

•[38:30] Evidence-Based Benefits of Strength Training

•[42:00] Steps to Beginning a Strength Training Program

Articles and Mentions:

@bretcontreras1

@officialstrongerbyscience

@drjolenebrighten

• What does No-Nut November mean? https://www.dictionary.com/e/pop-culture/no-nut-november/

• Tracking Periods for Women’s US Soccer Team: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/uswnt-period-tracking-win-world-cup-64709450

• Safe and successful strength-training program: https://www.health.harvard.edu/exercise-and-fitness/7-tips-for-a-safe-and-successful-strength-training-program

• Practices, Perceived Benefits, and Barriers to Resistance Training Among Women Enrolled in College: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5955292/

• The effect of resistance training on health-related quality of life in older adults: Systematic review and meta-analysis: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6377696/

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