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Ladies Only: 9 Women’s Fitness Articles

Women face some challenges when it comes to health and fitness. Here are 8 no-nonsense articles for ladies who want to get strong and be healthy.

Mindith Rahmat

Written by Mindith Rahmat Last updated on December 15, 2012

Let’s face it: women have some challenges when it comes to health and fitness. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, but it does mean you have to train smart. Here are 9 no-nonsense articles for ladies who want to get strong and be healthy.

3 Indisputable Reasons for Women to Lift Heavy + 30 Day Challenge (Nia Shanks)

Women should lift heavy weights. I’m going to tell you 3 reasons why. Also, I’m going to give you a challenge. Lift heavy for 30 days and report back. Are you up for the challenge?

Train Like a Man, But Eat Like a Woman! (Lauren Brooks)

Intermittent fasting might be all the rage, but it’s just bad news for women. I talked to a number of female fitness experts and they all agreed – IF is not for women.

Stop Doing Kegels: Real Pelvic Floor Advice for Women (And Men) (Nicole Crawford)

You can never do too many Kegels, right? Wrong. Katy Bowman of the Restorative Exercise Institute discusses how to really strengthen your pelvic floor – during pregnancy and otherwise.

Breast Augmentation and the Athlete: What You Need to Know (Becca Borawski)

I know for a fact a lot of women out there – runners, kettlebell enthusiasts, CrossFitters, and others – are contemplating this surgery. So let’s have a practical talk about things you need to know.

Exercising While Pregnant: Strong Moms Build Strong Babies (Lindsey Mathews)

Numerous studies do show that a healthy, fit mom produces a healthy, fit baby. Building a strong body can lead to an easier pregnancy, better recovery, and a vibrant baby.

The Female Guide to Getting Lean (Tami Bellon)

Women often ask me, “How can I lose this?” while they’re pinching something. While no one is the same, there are a few general tips for getting lean, whether your goals are aesthetic or athletic.

Pregnancy Test = Positive = Time to Change My Goals (Zen Gray)

I was getting frustrated with my lack of weight loss in preparation for my fitness competition – and then I discovered that I’m pregnant! Time to reset my goals and my nutrition and fitness plan.

Women’s Workouts (Mindith Rahmat)

Our Women’s program is designed for women by women. The Women’s Workouts are fast and effective and can be performed in your home or gym. These workouts will increase your overall strength, stamina and functional fitness. Lose that extra weight, get toned, gain more energy and feel great!

Athleticism and Femininity: Can They Co-Exist? (Willow Ryan)

Many women struggle with finding a balance between being a warrior athlete and being a woman. This article outlines simple mental exercises to help you find balance and celebrate being female.

Mindith Rahmat

About Mindith Rahmat

Mindith is a born mover. She has spent her life exploring various athletic disciplines, starting with ballet and modern dance from an early age. She went on to become a E-RYT 500 certified yoga therapist and teacher and discovered CrossFit after the birth of her daughter.

Mindith coached CrossFit at a number of boxes near her home in Southern California, which lead to her involvement in Russian kettlebells and Olympic weightlifting. She has coached a wide variety of populations and cares deeply for women’s health, specializing in pregnancy and postpartum fitness. She is currently studying the principles of Natural Movement and Kettlebell Sport, and is working to complete an additional teacher training in the Taoist art of Yin Yoga with Master Paulie Zink.

Mindith founded Breaking Muscle in 2011. Over 5 million people a month have visited the site, hundreds of thousands of them follow Breaking Muscle on social media, nearly 2,000 coaches have written or appeared on its pages, and there are thousands of free, fully-formed training plans freely available. Breaking Muscle has won numerous awards in the industry and is recognized for pioneering new approaches to fitness and coaching techniques. In 2021, Breaking Muscle was acquired by Barbend. Mindith continues to devote time to her kids, pursue her doctorate in psychology, do research, and teach.

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