‘My back is killing me’: How exercise like lifting weights can help with lower back pain Alex Hutchinson Special to The Globe and Mail Published March 4, 2010 Updated October 18, 2022 ...

RELATED: What Happens to Your Body When You Lift Weights Every Day "Lifting weights can offer a wide range of benefits for anyone of any age or fitness level," Furr explains.

And even if you've never lifted a weight before, it's never too late to start. “Weight training is the fountain of youth,” says Abby Bales, PT, DPT, CSCS, founder of Reform Physical Therapy.

Trying to gain muscle? A new Canadian study suggests you don't need to lift heavy weights to see results. You can get the job done by lifting lighter weights with more reps.