Walk into any gym right now and you'll notice something different. More curvy women are claiming their space at the weight racks, confidently hoisting dumbbells and perfecting their deadlift form.

In high school, being the only girl in weight training class wasn’t just unusual – it was transformative. When that 300-pound deadlift at age 17 finally prompted the creation of a women’s record board ...

At the same time, this one intrigued me. Unlike weighted vests or rucksacks, which concentrate resistance in one or two spots ...

"Now why am I doing this again?" I asked myself as I lifted the weight with my legs. I remembered to exhale in time with the exertion. I glanced around the room. Surrounded by a dozen muscular guys ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Strength-training workouts are great at any age, but they're especially beneficial in helping women stay ...

Our most recent class of fitness pros come from all walks of life—and they want you to be the best version of yourself. Ready ...

As many women of a certain age will tell you, menopause isn’t a cakewalk. This natural transition in a woman’s life, when the body no longer creates high levels of estrogen and progesterone hormones, ...