Are low-intensity workouts really ‘better’ for women, or is this just another form of misogyny?

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Are low-intensity workouts really ‘better’ for women, or is this just another form of misogyny?

By Lauren Geall

8 months ago

9 min read

The ‘For You’ pages of TikTok and Instagram are full of women raving about the benefits of sticking to low-intensity workouts, especially when it comes to hormonal balance. But can sticking to pilates and walking really be good for us, or is this trend just another form of misogyny which underestimates and minimises the strength of women’s bodies? 


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