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Beginning Weight Lifting Routine for Women

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Maria Ryan

The benefits of a weightlifting routine for women include increased function in daily activities, reduction of bone loss, a lowered risk of osteoporosis, protection of muscle mass and an increased metabolism. Because women have less muscle mass than a men, there's no need to worry about bulking up.

Maria Ryan has more than 20 years experience in fitness and wellness. She holds a Master of Science in counseling psychology with a specialization in psychology of sport. She has reviewed articles for "Women in Sport" and "Physical Activity Journal" and books for "Author Exposure." She has presented on such topics as overtraining and burnout in youth athletes and the psychological impact of injury, and co-authored a pending research study examining stress in college students.