TED Talks Daily The wonder of weightlifting | Jaime Seeman
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Aug 6, 2025 
Jaime Seeman, an obstetrician and gynecologist, champions women's health through the power of weightlifting. She humorously debunks common myths that deter women from strength training, revealing how building muscle can combat health risks. Jaime shares her empowering journey toward self-acceptance by challenging societal beauty standards. Her insights emphasize the transformative effects of weightlifting on both physical and mental well-being, urging women to embrace strength training for enhanced health and longevity.
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Jaime's Modeling and Sports Journey
- Jaime Seeman was offered to be signed as a plus-size model at age 16, but she declined to pursue collegiate softball.
- She loved weightlifting but struggled with societal views on muscular women and beauty standards.
Muscle Fights Top Women Killers
- Heart disease, cancer, and stroke are top killers of women, largely driven by metabolic disease.
- Building muscle through strength training can significantly reduce risks associated with these diseases.
Strength Training Myths Debunked
- Don't fear getting bulky from lifting weights; it requires years of intense training and steroids.
- Women naturally lose about 1% muscle size per year after 40; strength training counteracts this muscle loss.