Feel-Good Lifting: How Barbell Training Boosts Mood, Motivation, and Muscle

02/04/2025 9 min

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Episode Synopsis

Is there more to barbell training than just strength and muscle? This episode explores the psychological power of resistance training—how lifting weights boosts mood, confidence, and motivation. Backed by a new 16-week longitudinal study, you'll learn how affective responses (i.e., enjoyment, energy, mood) can predict whether people stick with strength training or give up.affective response to resistance training, self-efficacy in strength training, barbell training psychology, emotional benefits of lifting, mood and motivation in weightlifting, resistance training for mental health, gym motivation science, exercise adherence and emotionReference: Affective Responses to Barbell-Based Resistance Training in a 16-Week Strength Training Program

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