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While struggling through long jumps and lunges during a recent class at my boxing gym, the owner suggested I lift weights—heavyweights—to help build strength in my legs and protect my joints.

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Emmi Peterson, one of the trainers at Iron + Mettle, spots Catherine, who bench presses a loaded barbell. Photo by Sierra Hutto. Courtesy of Iron + Mettle. Its black-painted facade, etched with white ...