January 19, 2026
Benefits of weight training for mental health
Weight training is often framed as a way to build muscle and “tone up,” but research shows it can also meaningfully improve mental health — especially mood, stress resilience, and self-confidence. And the best part? You don’t need to be a powerlifter to get the benefits. A major meta-analysis in JAMA Psychiatry(Gordon et al., 2018)…


