Lifting the Weight: Debunking the Myth of Heavier Always Being Better The gym can be intimidating for those new to strength training.
The weightlifters grunting under massive barbells may make it seem like heavier is always better, a notion perpetuated by social media influencers and some fitness experts.
However, this narrative oversimplifies the complexities of resistance training. Exercise physiologists Abbie Smith Ryan and Rachelle Acitelli Reed argue that the emphasis on heavy weights can be misleading.