So grateful to tap into collective wisdom--thanks in advance! What are good books and resources for weightlifting (especially form and geared to women)?
I've read over two dozen books now, and most are disappointments. I've also spent a great deal of time on the internet--and mostly find broken links when articles/videos are recommended so I'll post books here to help future resource seekers. However, I'd be interested in your recommendations for internet resources too.
Here are some I've read and recommend:
Thinner Leaner Stronger (or Bigger Leaner Stronger) by Michael Matthews--Excellent insight/help for the mental game and for being honest with yourself. He makes things simple, approachable, doable. He has a lot of information to offer on the physical/science side; HOWEVER, it is all from/based on male experience/research.
Muscle for Life by Michael Matthews--This one is focused on aging athletes and has a lot to offer as far as adapting and elevating training, nutrition, supplements, but again male focused.
Roar & Next Level by Stacy Sims--The first is focused on younger female athletes and the second is focused on menopausal athletes. Both are hyper focused on serious, competitive athletes and have a lot to offer as far as effective science and working around/through women specific issues.
Trim Healthy Wisdom by Barrett & Allison--I've just finished this and learned a ton. There is only one chapter on actual workout/weightlifting--but they focus on menopausal, aging women nutrition and clean lean muscle mass. They explain complicated science in a way I can understand and have a lot to offer on the what works for women.
Currently reading and LOVING!!!
Becoming a Supple Leopard by Kelly Starrett--I wish I'd found this when I first started. After endless hours spent reading and watching youtube experts (mostly men)--often contradictory and confusing though I did learn from and try to apply. This is a very detailed, specific and helpful step-by-step instruction manual for athletic form (bracing core, neutral posture, and major lifts). I NEEDED THIS AS I TRY TO LIFT HEAVIER AND HEAVIER.
I've read over two dozen books now, and most are disappointments. I've also spent a great deal of time on the internet--and mostly find broken links when articles/videos are recommended so I'll post books here to help future resource seekers. However, I'd be interested in your recommendations for internet resources too.
Here are some I've read and recommend:
Thinner Leaner Stronger (or Bigger Leaner Stronger) by Michael Matthews--Excellent insight/help for the mental game and for being honest with yourself. He makes things simple, approachable, doable. He has a lot of information to offer on the physical/science side; HOWEVER, it is all from/based on male experience/research.
Muscle for Life by Michael Matthews--This one is focused on aging athletes and has a lot to offer as far as adapting and elevating training, nutrition, supplements, but again male focused.
Roar & Next Level by Stacy Sims--The first is focused on younger female athletes and the second is focused on menopausal athletes. Both are hyper focused on serious, competitive athletes and have a lot to offer as far as effective science and working around/through women specific issues.
Trim Healthy Wisdom by Barrett & Allison--I've just finished this and learned a ton. There is only one chapter on actual workout/weightlifting--but they focus on menopausal, aging women nutrition and clean lean muscle mass. They explain complicated science in a way I can understand and have a lot to offer on the what works for women.
Currently reading and LOVING!!!
Becoming a Supple Leopard by Kelly Starrett--I wish I'd found this when I first started. After endless hours spent reading and watching youtube experts (mostly men)--often contradictory and confusing though I did learn from and try to apply. This is a very detailed, specific and helpful step-by-step instruction manual for athletic form (bracing core, neutral posture, and major lifts). I NEEDED THIS AS I TRY TO LIFT HEAVIER AND HEAVIER.
