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EPISODE · May 2, 2026 · 15 MIN

Debunking the Biggest Myths Women Have About Strength Training | The Making of Me

from THE MAKING OF ME · host Aro Benaiah Kehinde

Afraid lifting weights will make you "bulky"? It's time to set the record straight.In this empowering episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Melanie Levy, creator of the Empower Her Method, tackles the most common misconceptions women have about strength training and reveals what really happens when you start lifting.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The truth about whether lifting weights will make you "bulky" once and for allWhy lighter weights for more reps is not the path to getting "toned"How building muscle actually boosts your confidence and transforms your mindsetThe powerful role strength training plays in healthy aging for womenHow to transform your relationship with fitness without becoming a bodybuilderWhy the Empower Her Method is changing the way women approach their healthWhether you're a complete beginner or have been avoiding the weights section for years — this episode will change how you think about strength training forever.🔗 Learn more about online & in-person coaching with Melanie Levy: https://www.melanielevyfitness.com🔗 Follow Melanie Levy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melanielevyfitness/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it empowered you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below; What's one myth about strength training you used to believe?#StrengthTraining #EmpowerHer #WomenWhoLift #FitnessOver30 #MelanieLévy #MakingOfMePodcast #WomensFitness #BuildMuscle #HealthyAging #Podcast #FitnessMyths #BodyConfidence #LiftHeavy #FemaleEmpowerment #Wellness

Afraid lifting weights will make you "bulky"? It's time to set the record straight.In this empowering episode of The Making of Me Podcast, Melanie Levy, creator of the Empower Her Method, tackles the most common misconceptions women have about strength training and reveals what really happens when you start lifting.🎯 In this episode, you'll discover:The truth about whether lifting weights will make you "bulky" once and for allWhy lighter weights for more reps is not the path to getting "toned"How building muscle actually boosts your confidence and transforms your mindsetThe powerful role strength training plays in healthy aging for womenHow to transform your relationship with fitness without becoming a bodybuilderWhy the Empower Her Method is changing the way women approach their healthWhether you're a complete beginner or have been avoiding the weights section for years — this episode will change how you think about strength training forever.🔗 Learn more about online & in-person coaching with Melanie Levy: https://www.melanielevyfitness.com🔗 Follow Melanie Levy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melanielevyfitness/📌 Don't forget to:👍 Like this video if it empowered you🔔 Subscribe so you never miss an episode💬 Comment below; What's one myth about strength training you used to believe?#StrengthTraining #EmpowerHer #WomenWhoLift #FitnessOver30 #MelanieLévy #MakingOfMePodcast #WomensFitness #BuildMuscle #HealthyAging #Podcast #FitnessMyths #BodyConfidence #LiftHeavy #FemaleEmpowerment #Wellness

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