(Up)lifting women
The thought of waking up early on a Saturday morning to land in the gym – complete with bright lights and loud, upbeat music – before 08:00 is enough to strike fear into the heart of anyone whose activewear sees more action in coffee shops than on the training floor. Let alone if you’re a woman and the session is set to take place in the usually male-dominated weightlifting area.
One way to change your mind about this scene, though, would be to take part in the EmpowHER programme. The energy and enthusiasm brought by the instructors and participants make the session fly by, leaving you feeling invigorated and ready to take on the day.
Read the rest of the article on the UCT News site here.
