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Originally Posted by rixatrix
So I'm wondering - How did all of you get into strength training? Does it go against what you were taught when you were younger, or were you always athletic and strong? Why do you think some women still feel like it's not their place to be strong?
And how do you feel now, with regards to push-ups? (Thanks, Alwyn!)
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I began seriously considering strength training after reading a book called Strong Women Stay Slim in which the author explains the connection between strength training and stronger bones as we age.
My dad taught all of us (daughters or sons) that we could do or be anything we wanted. I have always been petite and never considered myself athletic though I have always enjoyed hiking and camping.
I think it takes a lot of work for women to gain upper body strength and that's why push ups and pull ups aren't a big draw. Who wants to do something that is so difficult and takes so much work to even begin?
Now, I see strength training as part of my regimen to aid the aging process. I want strong bones! I'm only in Stage 1 of NROLFW, but I'm finding that I love the challenges presented each workout.
BTW, everyone has been nothing but kind and courteous to me. Sometimes I feel a little funny in the "big boy" section as one trainer referred to the free weights area because I look like one of the 7 dwarves - Dopey maybe? HAH! But I don't care and everyone is pleasant. I have wondered if someone would be willing to spot me at some point. I haven't figured the dynamics of that out yet.