There are more men than women weightlifters, and people tend to be prejudiced against female sports categories for weightlifting. Well, this opinion may be shattered pretty soon if the number of female weightlifters increases; in fact, according to statistics women are more committed weightlifters than men. A study has even revealed that one woman in five trains twice per week, which proves a lot. The great consequences of such sports practice are the improved health, the better body shape and the overall fitness.

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Furthermore, women weightlifters are less exposed to osteoporosis, a bone disease that affects women over 40. In fact you can stay healthier and younger while also preventing the loss of bone mass. Although statistical reports don’t show great numbers, senior adults are sometimes encountered in gyms as well and, there is an increase in popularity here too. While in the late 90s, the statistical reports for weightlifters over 65 showed 11% for men and 7% for women, but, the numbers have increased to 14% for men and 11% for women in 2004.

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There is no gym without weightlifters; young and old, men and women try to build their bodies in beautiful shapes, lose weight eventually and enjoy a better look. In fact the number of amateur weightlifters is a lot higher than that of professional weightlifters. The conditions are a bit different for Olympic training, and the athletes follow other rules. Nevertheless, the  workout basics remain set for all weightlifters, and the safety rules and the needs for good food, rest and hydration work the same way. Both men and women weightlifters have to choose their weights carefully, they have to support their body effort with a proper diet and try to avoid weightlifting plateaus.

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In fact, home training will never be a match for gym training. The environment is a lot safer and the equipment available matches all the training needs. There is professional technical assistance, and one has the constant opportunity of being able to learn from peers. Lots of progress is made because of emulation, when people are stimulated by the better shape and performance of other amateur athletes. Moreover, it is a common image by now to see men and women weightlifters training side by side and sharing experience.

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