Females and males – we are different, but the same. We want to be stronger and fitter, but we may not (especially females) want to get bigger.
As it turns out, I also want to get stronger, not bigger, because bigger is not better for my knees and hips or for rock climbing and mountaineering. So we have common interests when it comes to training.
Articles:
- Four Revolutionary Training Principles for You – discusses the advantages of low reps at high weights for building strength, not bulk.
- Sexy Female Training – talks about how to get stronger, not bigger, and especially controlling waist size.
- 5 Ways to Get Stronger Now – an interesting chart on strength vs hypertrophy vs endurance
