International Women's Day
Join us in celebrating womenâs strength, resilience, and dedication to health and wellness. March 05, 2024 • 6 min read
Strength Matters: Rebecca Rouse
Building the foundations of strength throughout your lifetime May 17, 2022 • 4 min read
Strength Matters: Ashley King is Strong as a Mother
Fitness has helped Ashley King with more than just physical strength. Through exercise she was able to support her sobriety and mental health. May 13, 2022 • 4 min read
How to Optimize Training Around Your Menstrual Cycle
Getting the most out of your training during all phases of your menstrual cycle. May 13, 2022 • 4 min read
Strong as a Mother: Maria Fraschilla
Competitive powerlifter and NASM certified personal trainer talks strength - both mental and physical May 10, 2022 • 3 min read
Finding Balance
Life is all about balance - including diet and exercise! May 06, 2022 • 4 min read
Get Rid of Cellulite (for Good!)
Feel comfortable in your own skin again by minimizing cellulite. May 02, 2022 • 5 min read
Strong as a Mother: Rachel Massey
From powerlifting to baby fit mom-to-be talks training, strength, and navigating her fit pregnancy. May 02, 2022 • 5 min read
Women's Center
Ladies, we've got you covered with all of the top articles, workouts, and supplements to support women's health. April 27, 2022 • 8 min read
The Benefits of Creatine For Women
Taking a deep dive into why creatine supplements are beneficial for women. April 27, 2022 • 6 min read
Animalâs Alpha F: For the Fierce Woman
Animalâs newest supplement hits the market for womenâs health. April 25, 2022 • 4 min read
Top 3 Workout Tips for Women
New to working out? Letâs give you some easy tips to get you started! April 19, 2022 • 4 min read
Best Gear for Strength Training
Today there are thousands of products to use in and out of the gym, but which ones do you actually need to build strength? March 10, 2022 • 3 min read
An Interview with CrossFit Competitor & Certified CrossFit Trainer, Dani Mosbrucker
A little insight into the world of CrossFit as we prepare for the 2022 season thatâs about to begin. February 21, 2022 • 7 min read
Best Pre-Workouts for Women
Pre-workout supplements can make the difference between a good workout and a great one. Here are our top pre-workout picks for women. February 16, 2022 • 2 min read
A Woman's Guide To Setting "SMART" Goals
Ambitious goals are a dime a dozen this time of year. Is your approach to yours setting you up to fail? Three successful women and athletes give you their hard-learned lessons! October 27, 2021 • 6 min read
Inez Carrasquillo: Breaking Barriers in Pursuit of the Title
As a novice strongman competitor, Inez Carrasquillo broke world records in training. Now, she's a strong contender to become the next World's Strongest Woman, and the first Latina to claim the title. October 14, 2021 • 4 min read
Olympia 2021 Women's Finals
The Women's Olympia finals saw a few repeat winners and some surprising upsets. Find out who won the top women's titles and which divisions have a new champion. October 09, 2021 • 17 min read
Olympia 2021 Women's Prejudging
The competition at the Women's Physique Olympia could be headed for an upset. See who made first callouts and who looks poised to take home the title. October 08, 2021 • 16 min read
Phoenix Rising: Fitness Champ Derina Wilson Battles Back From Breast Cancer
For this tenacious athlete, breast cancer was only one of the many challenges she faced. Credit her strength, her determination, and her strong circle of support for her success. October 08, 2021 • 6 min read
3 Reasons And 3 Ways To Eat More Peanut Butter
Food fads come and go, but peanut butter is forever. And with good reason. October 04, 2021 • 3 min read
"Without Bodybuilding, I Wouldn't Be Here Today"
Years of severe anorexia nearly killed Hannah Gane, until she discovered bodybuilding and learned she could make her body, and her mind, stronger than ever before. September 16, 2021 • 4 min read
"I Had No Idea Women Like Me Could Compete"
Jessica Fauver (aka Warrior Jessica) started her journey at 354 pounds. Two years later, she's lost over 200 pounds and started a movement proving girls like her belong onstage. September 16, 2021 • 3 min read
"Eating Was the Only Way to Deal with My Husband's Death"
After the sudden loss of her husband, Beny Hadid turned to eating to cope with her fear and grief. Now, nine years later, she's taken back her life and discovered that hard work and discipline are the secrets to overcoming anything. August 27, 2021 • 6 min read
Christy Hare Lifted Her Way Out Of Grief
Fed up with being overweight and unhappy, Christy dug deep and shed the pounds and pain that held her back. August 24, 2021 • 6 min read
"I Think a Lot of Women Lift for the Same Reason I Do"
After an abusive partner nearly beat her to death, Amie Mock began lifting to make sure she would never be weak again. Now, she's gained the muscle, and the emotional strength, to let others know they are not alone. August 23, 2021 • 6 min read
Olympic Triathletes Thrive Under Cruel and Unusual Conditions
From scorching heat and false starts to torrential downpours and delays, the men's and women's triathlons both had rough starts; and for one winner, an even rougher end. This brutal and punishing event was a master class in how to struggle and triumph! July 28, 2021 • 2 min read
These Workouts Are How Strong Women Get Built
Strength training for women doesn't have to be complicated to be effective. Here's how to get stronger and see the benefits both in your life and in the mirror! July 22, 2021 • 7 min read
Glute Workouts for Women: Get A Bigger Butt!
These butt workouts build a shapelier lower body by using the best glute exercises at precise volumes. This is how the fitness professionals get it done! July 21, 2021 • 6 min read
Creatine Dosage Calculator for Men and Women
Determine the proper creatine monohydrate dosage for beginners and advanced lifters and athletes! July 06, 2021 • 4 min read
Women's Fitness: 4 Reasons The Word ''Toned'' Needs To Die
"Toned"—the word litters everything from the covers of women's fitness magazines to "fitspo" posts on social media. It's time to let it RIP. March 08, 2021 • 4 min read
Women and Sleep: Everything You Need to Know
Many women aren't sleeping enough to be healthy and perform at their peak. Here's why, and what to do about it. October 11, 2019 • 6 min read
6 Underrated Strength Goals for Women
We all know how impressive it is to be able to squat, bench, deadlift, or overhead press an unreal amount of weight, but what about the strength achievements that don't get as much attention, and often carry over into these movements? July 15, 2019 • 4 min read
8 Rules to Redefine "Fit Pregnancy" for Strength Athletes
Female strength athletes are changing the rules of what's possible every day. So how should they approach the physical and lifestyle transformation of pregnancy? Here's how Team Bodybuilding.com athlete Quiana Welch and her coach tried to find the sweet spot during this crucial time! June 18, 2019 • 9 min read
10 Trailblazers of Women's Strength
These strong, athletic women have empowered generations of female athletes to follow in their footsteps and inspired millions the world over to live an active lifestyle. June 12, 2019 • 6 min read
Ladies Lift: 5 Exercises Every Strong-Ass Woman Needs
It can be intimidating to leap into the pit of iron and sweat, but the benefits are undeniable. These five lifts will earn you a spot in the rack, and deliver a healthy dose of respect. November 16, 2018 • 5 min read
Podcast Episode 45: Getting Uplifted through Lifting with Meg Squats
Join powerlifter, Bodybuilding.com Spokesmodel Search winner, and YouTube fitness stalwart Meg Squats in this wide-ranging conversation. June 11, 2018 • 42 min read
The Essential Women's Powerlifting Gear
You don't need much to get strong: just a barbell and some weights. But if you're getting serious or eyeing a competition, a few pieces of strategic equipment become essentials! Here's what to pack in your gym back. April 10, 2018 • 5 min read
Podcast Episode 35: Taylor Chamberlain - Born into Bodybuilding
Team Bodybuilding.com athlete and IFBB Bikini Pro Taylor Chamberlain shares her fascinating story of finding her way in fitness, watching her parents take the stage when she was a teenager, and figuring out how to thrive with flexible dieting. January 22, 2018 • 19 min read
Ladies' Lower-Body Muscle-Building Workout
Who doesn't want sculpted glutes and legs? Here's a workout from NLA for Her-sponsored athlete Amy Updike that will shape your lower half into top form. December 20, 2017 • 3 min read
3 Yoga Poses To Relieve Tight Hamstrings
When it comes to the hamstrings, simply stretching isn't enough. Yoga is the answer! Build range of motion and overcome limitations with these three classic poses. November 15, 2017 • 2 min read
Podcast Episode 30: Bikini Redefined With Amy Updike
IFBB Bikini Pro and fitness model Amy Updike talks tats, nursing, implants, and how CrossFit inspired her to take up bikini competitions. November 01, 2017 • 19 min read
Lifting During Pregnancy: Modified Glute Exercises
Welcoming a new addition to the family but not sure what it means for your workouts? Fit mama Jessie Hilgenberg has the answers. August 30, 2017 • 4 min read
Ladies, It's Time To Kiss Spot Reduction And Extreme Diets Goodbye
If you're trying to starve yourself into a better body, you've got it all wrong. The path to a lean physique runs right through the kitchen. July 16, 2017
Meet Hannah Eden: Your Red-Hot Fitness Hero
We all need role models, and the more you learn about this badass coach and athlete, the more you'll want her to be yours. May 25, 2017
4 Common Myths About Women And Fitness
You've probably heard them all: Training will make women bulky. Spot reduction works. Eat whatever you want as long as you exercise. Read on to separate fact from fiction. March 28, 2017 • 4 min read
Increase Ankle Mobility For Deeper Squats
Are your ankles the Achilles heel of your workouts? Learn the causes, then try these mobility drills that will have you squatting ass to grass in no time! February 26, 2017
The Ab Exercise Women Shouldn't Do
We all long for tight, rippling abs, right? But did you know that one ab exercise can actually make your waist bigger? Find out which one, and what to do instead. February 26, 2017 • 2 min read
What Men Need To Know About Women And Fitness
When it comes to women and the gym, some common misconceptions need to go. Let's set the record straight! February 20, 2017 • 2 min read
