Finally, you may also hear some referred to as a “women’s bar,” which is shorter, lighter, and has a smaller diameter for ...

But these stereotypes about women and lifting weights aren't supported by facts. Here are some of the most common myths about weight lifting for women, and why they aren't true, according to a ...

This is a tip for everyone, but especially people with small hands (including most women). You'll find a wide variety of barbells in most gyms, and they aren't all the same diameter at the handle.

“Most barbells also have crosshatch pattern groves ... Finally, you may also hear some referred to as a “women’s bar,” which is shorter, lighter, and has a smaller diameter for easier ...