Lauryn Bosstick, founder of the wellness and beauty brand 'The Skinny Confidential,' says lifting heavy weights transformed her health and body after years of frustration. She told Business Insider she gained 60 pounds after her first child and could not lose the weight through conventional gym routines.
Bosstick described feeling fed up when the scale would not move and her clothes remained tight. She decided to try weightlifting as a last resort. The shift, she reports, changed not just her physique but also her mood and energy levels.
She swears by lifting heavy weights for the best results, combined with mobility and stability training. This approach, she believes, is key for long-term fitness. Bosstick emphasized that heavy lifting is central to her ongoing regimen.
For women struggling with postpartum weight, Bosstick recommends starting with compound movements and progressive overload. She advocates focusing on what the body can achieve rather than just the number on the scale.
Critics note that 'heavy' is relative and depends on individual fitness levels, medical history, and proper form. A one-size-fits-all recommendation to lift heavy may not suit beginners or those with injuries.