Do Men Like Bulky and Muscular Women?

However, new studies have been carried out taking into account ‘fit’ and ‘muscular’ women. 

Even though most findings shown men might prefer thinner women, these new studies show men find ‘fit and strong’ curves equally as attractive.

Often, men choose the thinnest woman out of several body types for one main reason: It symbolizes health, fertility, and athleticism.

We also have to take into account that there wasn’t a wider variety of body types to compare against in these original studies. But things are changing.

At the end of the day girls, who really cares what a man thinks anyway! But it doesn’t hurt to know!

What is it to be bulky and muscular anyway?

We’re talking about someone who lifts weight, sprints track or takes part in any type of physically demanding activity that causes muscle growth.

Think of a sprinter, weightlifter or bodybuilder to name a few.

Lidia Valentín celebrating after completing a successful weightlifting competition.

These body types aren’t exactly skinny, but they ‘ARE’ on the side of athletic as their bodies are well-shaped, muscular and athletic in appearance.

What’s Changing?

Let’s go back a few years. The gyms are full of women in the cardio sections and men in the weightlifting areas.

But something has been changing and shaping the way we workout and view our finiteness goals.

Impact in Sports and Society

With the injection of Instagram and CrossFit and other sports such as Olympic Weightlifting, it’s no wonder that more women are picking up the iron following in the footsteps of their idols.

A New Study

A study published by SicenceDaily.com shows that men like women who are ‘fit’ and in shape instead of just skinny:

According to research from the University of Missouri-Kansas City, beauty ideals are changing, with increasing emphasis now being placed on bodies that are fit, toned, muscular and healthy.

The shift in attitudes coincides with an increasing number of women discovering the benefits of weight-training in the gym, “fitspiration” Instagram accounts and #strongnotskinny trending on social media. – The Independent.

Benefits of Being More Muscular

Confidence

There are so many benefits for us women to have more muscle and a little added bulk.

Firstly there’s confidence. Years have gone by where women have been forced to believe that skinny is the only way to live happily.

This has lead to many unhealthy relationships with food and the way we as women view ourselves.

However, once you start to train with weights or take part in any type of resistance training, your shift focuses on your overall health, strength, and recovery.

This allows you to eat more healthy foods and feel more comfortable in your own skin. Compare this against the previous mindset of starvation diets and endless cardio – resistance trading wins hands down.

Strength

Improving strength is very important for women; as compared to our male counterparts who find it easier to pack on muscle due to their naturally occurring testosterone, we have to work twice as hard – but it’s for good reason.

The more strength and muscle we have, the easier our day to day activities will be.

Not only that, the more resistance training we take part in will improve flexibility and range of motion – which are vital for everyday health and mobility.

Also, as we get older, whatever muscle we did have in our youth will begin to fade. Which makes it even more important that we continue to improve and maintain our strength as we age.

Weight Loss

Did you know, the more muscle you have on your body the more calories you’ll burn?

Your body has to work harder to walk, climb the stairs, go to work and run errands – basically your day to day movements. This is due to the added muscle mass – more muscle = a higher basal metabolic rate.

Not only does having more muscle increase your resting metabolism. When you take part in resistance training, it’s burns a lot more calories compared to steady state cardio.

This makes resistance training a great option for re-shaping your physiques, burning a few extra calories, and feeling more confident at the same time.

How To Build More Muscle?

To build more muscle you’ll need to start a weight training program and get your eating plan in check.

It’s not as complicated as it sounds.

All you’ll need to do is lift weights (preferably compound movements three times per week) and eat enough healthy foods to support muscle growth and recovery.

Summing it Up!

There you have it, girls, it’s a fact that men do like women with more curves, muscle, and a little athletic bulk to our frames.

However, working out just for men to like us is not the point – who cares what they think anyway!

Workout because you love it, not because of what people might think of you.

There are so many benefits to using weights and adding muscle to your frame. Who knows, it might just be the switch you need from starvation mode to lifting weights and eating healthier.

Give lifting weights a go! You might just love it!

Source: spotmegirl.com