Got this book just in time for Covid19 lockdown and with access to a home gym, it was perfect timing. I found the descriptions and pictures very easy to follow. The listed programs were great for total body training and I was able to build a routine I was able to stick to 3x a week. I've recommended this book to several of my friends and will be encouraging my high school students to use it as part of our school fitness program.

This was a nice intro to weight training with free weights. The illustrations are well drawn and show the workouts pretty well and while I've been weight training for a few years, it served as a good reminder of workouts what I hadn't done in quite some time. Sometimes simple is better, and the focus on functional movement is great. The steps are numbered and easily followed, with reminders how to lift safely, how to make it harder, and a fantastic 'home workout hack' that is really perfect during quarantine time. I'd recommend for beginners, or even intermediates who want to revert back to movements they've not done in a while. #WeightTrainingforWomen #NetGalley

Thank you NetGalley and publishers for an ARC. All opinions are my own.

This is a great book for beginners and novices to weight training. I really enjoyed the introduction and how Noelle got into training. There is great dietary and fitness tips as well. Included with each description is a picture of how to do the exercise. This is very helpful to follow along. I also liked the routine suggestions in the back. Readers will not be disappointed as you can expect an accurate view of weight training.

This book begins with two very thorough chapters on "Planning Your Program" and "Equipment and Environment." The first helps you identify and set goals and offers best practices for warming up and cooling down. It also includes "The Fundamentals of Lifting" and talks about the role of cardio and nutrition. The second talks about the pros and cons of going to a gym versus working out at home (and having to set up a home gym). It also talks about the different kids of weight and the clothing and gear one would need.

Then it moves to targeting specific areas of your body (glutes and hamstrings; quads and calves; chest; upper and lower back; abs and obliques, triceps and biceps, and shoulders). Each chapter is devoted to one or two of those areas and includes warmups, exercises, and stretches. What I liked the most is the illustrations showing how to do each exercise, the suggestions so that one may lift safely, and the variations on each move.

This book is a one stop shop for all things weight lifting. With detailed explanations and workout structures, this book is a valuable resource for all women seeking a fit lifestyle!

As someone with ZERO experience with weight lifting, but who's heard so much about how important it is for a healthy body, I was excited to read this book. It was very engaging, helpful, and filled with so many tools and exercises to help me become stronger and healthier. I feel like this book is perfect for anyone, especially those women new to strength training. ABSOLUTELY recommend!

5 out of 5 stars for Weight Training for Women by Brittany Noelle.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read and review this book. All opinions are completely my own.

Brittany Noelle explores the safety measures and form in weight training. With bright illustrations showing each pose, the reader will gain knowledge on muscles worked with recommendations to make it harder if desired.

This is a fantastic guide to help women get started in weight-lifting. It contains step by step instructions with pictures for each exercise. It also contains warm-up information, as well as how to replenish your body post-workout. She even includes information such as how to start your home gym, and public gym etiquette! Everything you need in one book!

*Thank you to NetGalley and Rockridge Press for the advanced copy*

Grateful that this book came up for review as I have been looking for ways to strength train while under a stay at home order. with only a 5lbs set of dumbbells and a 15lbs kettle bell. My experience with weightlifting is limited to the machines at the gym and some dumbbell and kettle bell work. Brittany Noelle's Weight Training for Women starts with the very basics of weight listing. In the beginning she's ask women to think about why they're interested in weight lifting and helps the read form an individual goal. Brittany Noelle wants you to succeed.

Noelle touches upon every aspect of weight lifting: gym etiquette, nutrition, and the importance of warm-ups, cool downs, and rest days. She talks through the importance of each exercise, what muscles are being targeted, and diagrams of the exercises are included as well.

I learned more about weight lifting in the first five pages than I had watching videos on perfecting form on youtube or from other articles that have been passed along. It's easy to follow and incredibly informative. This may be the only book you'll ever need. I've pre-ordered a copy for myself.