Is Lifting Weights for You?

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Written by Keseana Smith

The Power of Strength: Why Women Should Prioritize Lifting and Community

In a world that often pulls us in every direction—between work deadlines, family obligations, and the run on to-do lists — it's easy to put ourselves last. But what if prioritizing your own strength and well-being not only made you feel better but also enhanced everything else in your life? This is where strength training comes in, and it’s not just about lifting weights; it’s about building community, mental resilience, and a stronger version of you. So like, why not?

Strength in Numbers: Building a Community

There’s something powerful about sweating it out next to women who get it. We understand the hustle of balancing careers, families, and personal goals. When you train alongside like-minded women, whether they’re fellow moms, entrepreneurs, or both, you get to build a community. That shared experience creates bonds that go beyond the gym floor. You celebrate each other's progress, motivate one another to push past limits, and pick each other up when the workout starts working you.

These connections do more than make the gym more enjoyable; they make you more accountable. When you know someone’s waiting for you at that 5 AM class, skipping isn’t an option. Community breeds consistency, and consistency drives results.

Mental Health Benefits: Lifting More Than Just Weights

Strength training is often associated with physical gains, but the mental health benefits are just as significant. Lifting weights reduces anxiety, combats depression, and releases endorphins that boost your mood. There’s a unique kind of therapy in hitting a personal record or pushing through a tough set. It’s a reminder of what you can do—proof that you’re stronger than you  think.

For women juggling careers or motherhood, this mental boost is pure gold. The gym becomes a space where you come to drop the roles you play in real life. It's just you, the weights, and the workout ahead.

Physical Health: Building a Stronger Foundation

It’s no secret that strength training is one of the best ways to improve physical health. It strengthens bones, improves cardiovascular health, and boosts metabolism. For my mamas, it means picking up the babies without straining your back. For my entrepreneur girlies, it means putting in work for extended hours without feeling worn out. The strength you build in the gym carries over into everyday tasks, making life feel just a little bit easier.

How Strength Translates to Everyday Life

When you can go up in weights during your workouts or run for longer distances, everyday activities start to feel lighter—literally and figuratively. Groceries don’t seem as heavy, running after your kids isn’t as exhausting, and long days at the office are more manageable. The strength and resilience you cultivate during workouts bleed into how you handle challenges in real life.

You’re more patient, more focused, and more confident. And when you’re surrounded by a community of strong women, you’re constantly reminded that you’re not doing it alone.

What else?

Strength training at The Village isn’t just about muscles—it’s about community, mental resilience, and living life with strength and confidence as a priority. If you haven’t already stepped into the gym and picked up a barbell alongside like-minded women, it’s time. Your body, mind, and community (the girlies!) are waiting for you to take that first step.

Prioritize your strength. Build your community. Lift each other up, literally.