# The 5 Best Exercises for Strength and Lean Muscle for Women

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Podcast: [The Holly Perkins Health Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-holly-perkins-health-podcast-6667591)
Published: 2025-12-09T05:00:00+00:00
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Are you ready to redefine your strength and embrace a healthier, more empowered version of yourself? In this episode of The Holly Perkins Health Podcast, I delve into the transformative power of strength training specifically designed for women. With over 30 years of experience in women's health and fitness, I reveal the five essential exercises that not only build lean muscle for women but also enhance overall health and well-being. These exercises—deadlifts, squats, upper back pulling movements, overhead presses, and lunges—are crucial for reinforcing the movement patterns we rely on in our daily lives.

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