Should Women Strength Train? 7 Key Benefits

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  • Опубліковано 24 гру 2024

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  • @KimFosterMD
    @KimFosterMD  Рік тому +2

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

  • @velmarbyrd453
    @velmarbyrd453 10 місяців тому +12

    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.

    • @natpaler883
      @natpaler883 9 місяців тому

      Thanks for sharing your experience with weight training. It sounds like a reverse aging. Congratulations!

  • @sandyrekemeier823
    @sandyrekemeier823 9 місяців тому +2

    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!

  • @SusanWarden
    @SusanWarden Рік тому +3

    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

    • @KimFosterMD
      @KimFosterMD  Рік тому

      Fantastic! You should definitely be proud of yourself!! 🔥

  • @julielevesque2668
    @julielevesque2668 9 місяців тому +6

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

  • @hmmm..2733
    @hmmm..2733 Рік тому +2

    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!

  • @JoJo-xo6fh
    @JoJo-xo6fh 9 місяців тому +6

    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!!❤️

  • @garytarolli300
    @garytarolli300 10 місяців тому

    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.

  • @michellekeller3333
    @michellekeller3333 Рік тому +1

    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.

    • @KimFosterMD
      @KimFosterMD  Рік тому

      That’s fantastic! Yes I love my resistance bands, too! ❤️

  • @Kit-tee
    @Kit-tee Рік тому +1

    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!

    • @rozamavridis1852
      @rozamavridis1852 2 місяці тому

      Would love to know how old you are!! I'm 40, 4'9, and 204 lbs and just started strength training in a semi private gym with trainers

  • @ethercept
    @ethercept Рік тому +1

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

  • @gabbyskitchen6640
    @gabbyskitchen6640 Рік тому +2

    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 😊

    • @KimFosterMD
      @KimFosterMD  Рік тому +1

      Yes, I would absolutely agree that there is some genetic variability. Not every woman is built the same! Actually, this is a really great issue that I think warrants its own video ... adding it to my list of videos to make! 😊

    • @gabbyskitchen6640
      @gabbyskitchen6640 Рік тому

      @@KimFosterMD Thank you so much, looking forward to this video 🙏🏻🥰

  • @phanke8685
    @phanke8685 11 місяців тому

    This needs more views!

  • @wayneschneider7795
    @wayneschneider7795 5 місяців тому +3

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

  • @livingbolderfitnessover50
    @livingbolderfitnessover50 Рік тому

    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! 😊

    • @KimFosterMD
      @KimFosterMD  Рік тому +1

      Yes, I agree totally! It's been life changing. (My plan is to create a new module for that program, eventually, btw!) ❤

    • @livingbolderfitnessover50
      @livingbolderfitnessover50 Рік тому

      @@KimFosterMD Perfect! More women need to hear this message! Will it be added to the course if we’ve already purchased?

    • @SusanWarden
      @SusanWarden Рік тому

      Where can I find the menopause program?TY

    • @livingbolderfitnessover50
      @livingbolderfitnessover50 Рік тому

      @@SusanWarden Dr. Kim's menopause program is a white label coaching program for fitness and wellness coaches to purchase and adapt into their own coaching programs.

    • @SusanWarden
      @SusanWarden Рік тому

      Oh I see. Thank you for your reply! I wish she did a series on here for the individual wanted menopause education.

  • @lauralamexicana
    @lauralamexicana Рік тому

    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?

    • @KimFosterMD
      @KimFosterMD  Рік тому +2

      Yes, been there! I find that a bit of applied heat, and a gentle massage, help quite a bit. But you've given me a good idea for another video! 😊

    • @lauralamexicana
      @lauralamexicana Рік тому

      Thank you, sounds like it'll be another great video ❤️

    • @livingbolderfitnessover50
      @livingbolderfitnessover50 Рік тому

      Movement and hydration... walking, gentle stretching and lots of water will help flush out the soreness. :)

  • @jackdewipper187
    @jackdewipper187 Рік тому +2

    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.

  • @waitheranjoki2136
    @waitheranjoki2136 2 місяці тому

    No I don't but I'm interested