All women on strength training

“I don’t want a man’s body…”

"I don't want a man's body" is the most common reason given why women avoid strength training. It is a major misconception that women develop too much muscle if they add strength training to their workouts. The anatomy of women is not designed to achieve (too much) muscle development through strength training. Therefore, there is absolutely no reason to shy away from strength training. In fact, strength training offers nothing but benefits for women of all ages. 

“I lose weight faster with cardio, don't I…?”

A second persistent misconception is that women believe cardio training helps them start burning fat faster. While both cardio and strength training result in calorie burning, you can lose more calories in a shorter time with strength training by working your larger muscles. This can be achieved, for example, by adding compound exercises to your workouts. This method of training ensures an increased heart rate and targets the major muscle groups. The personal trainers at MINT Personal Training create the right strength training schedules for women to maximize fat burning. 

“The anatomy of women means that you won't easily get a masculine physique through strength training.“

All the benefits of strength training for women at a glance

1. Strengthening muscles and bones: Strength training helps to strengthen muscles and bones, thereby reducing the risk of osteoporosis and other bone-related problems. Stronger muscles and bones can also help prevent injuries.
2. Improved body composition: Strength training can help improve body composition by reducing body fat and increasing muscle mass. This can lead to a leaner, firmer, and stronger body.
3. Increased metabolism: Strength training can increase metabolism, which can help burn more calories, even at rest. This, in turn, can contribute to weight loss and maintaining a healthy weight.
4. Improved health: Strength training can contribute to better overall health and well-being by reducing stress, improving sleep quality, and reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and obesity.
5. Increased self-confidence: Strength training can help women feel stronger and more self-confident, both physically and mentally. This, in turn, can contribute to a better mood and more energy in daily life.

In short, strength training can be a very valuable addition to women's fitness routine and can help improve their health, well-being, and quality of life.

Strength training for all ages

The national standard for healthy physical activity We recommend 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week and bone- and muscle-strengthening exercises twice a week. This applies to all adults, both men and women. Older adults are advised to combine bone- and muscle-strengthening exercises with balance exercises. Regarding the basics, exercise is good, but more exercise is better. Concerning strength training exercises, we recommend training primarily the large muscle groups. This refers to the legs, abdomen, back, glutes, and chest muscles.

Join MINT Personal Training now

MINT Personal Training is a Personal Training Studio in Delft. The MINT Personal Training team consists of personal trainers, each with a specialization, including guiding women in strength training. If you prefer to be coached by a female personal trainer, please make your wishes clear. You can come to them for Personal Training, Small Group Training, and nutritional and lifestyle advice. Request a completely free and no-obligation intake consultation. The personal trainer will then contact you to schedule a no-obligation appointment.