The Bulky Myth: Why Women Need to Lift Heavy
"I don’t want to get bulky."
We hear it all the time—from newcomers, from friends, from fitness pros who should know better.
And honestly? We get it.
That message has been fed to women for decades:
Cardio to slim down. Barre to tone. Light weights only.
But here’s the truth:
You will not get bulky from lifting weights.
And even more important—you absolutely NEED to lift them.
Let’s Bust the Bulky Myth
Myth: Lifting heavy weights makes women look masculine, “too big”, or “bulky”.
Truth: That’s not how human physiology works.
To build large, bodybuilder-style muscle mass, you need:
Years of intentional training
A strict caloric surplus
Often, elevated testosterone levels (which most women don’t naturally produce in high amounts)
What you’ll actually get from lifting heavy wieghts:
Visible muscle definition
Stronger bones
Higher resting metabolism
Better posture
Mental clarity
And a deeper connection to your body
Bulky isn’t what happens when women lift. Strong is.
Why Lifting Heavy Matters for Women
Brain & nervous system
Heavy resistance challenges your nervous system in a way light weights and Pilates honestly just cant. It builds resilience and fosters emotional regulation.
Bone density & injury prevention
Women are at higher risk of osteoporosis. Lifting weights LITERALLY strengthens your skeleton.
Hormone balance
Strength training is one of the most effective ways to support hormonal health, reduce stress, and regulate mood swings (hello, cortisol and endorphins).
Fat loss & metabolism
Muscle burns more calories at rest. Lifting doesn’t just “burn calories”—it builds a body that naturally uses energy more efficiently, even while you're sleeping.
Strong Isn’t the New Skinny. It’s Better.
Real talk - We’re done shrinking ourselves.
We’re not here to be smaller, quieter, or less.
At CHURCH, we lift heavy to feel:
Powerful in our bodies
Stable in our minds
Clear in our purpose
And the best part? You’ll look in the mirror and actually SEE the results of your work.
Strength isn’t about appearance. But the glow-up is real.
Ready to Ditch the Myth and Pick Up the Damn Weights?
We’re not asking you to be a bodybuilder.
We’re asking you to back yourself—body, mind, and spirit.
You’ve got this.
We’ll show you how.
