We Lift Heavy

10/24/2026

Video from our art show opening, thanks to Ocean Community Chamber for featuring our premier art show.

Come see the art today, October 24 @ 3-5 pm. 12 River Road, Pawcatuck 06379. Threadmill Building

10/23/2026

The Sixth in our series of Community Events at We Lift Heavy will feature an art show of the works of Provincetown artist, S.E. Cayleff,

Cayleff’s original art “encapsulates the natural and animal beauty central in her designs, emphasizing the profound connection between nature and humanity through many mediums–assemblages, mobiles, and paintings.”

Come wander through this magical collection and meet the artist at the opening reception celebrating her works.

The show will be open the the public at set dates and times through early November.

Check out the link in our bio to register!

10/05/2026

In this latest Substack essay (link in bio), Amy Fraher continues to explore why weightlifting is good for your brain health.

How do you determine what weight you should be lifting to reap the best rewards?

Should you always lift at the heaviest weight you can press? Or are there better ways to determine what weight to lift in order to continue to build strength and improve your physical and mental health?

This essay provides some answers.

And if you want to explore these techniques in person, make an appointment with Amy for personal training.

Check out our class offerings and schedules on the web site listed in our bio.

You'll find a supportive community at We Lift Heavy!

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09/21/2026

In her latest research post, Amy Fraher discusses the ways that lifting weights, heavy weights, can contribute to your brain health by stimulating the production of new neurons and brain cells. Not to mention the endorphin "high" you get from regular exercise.

At We Lift Heavy, we offer a variety of weightlifting and yoga classes to guide you toward optimal physical and mental well-being.

And we provide these classes in a supportive, community environment where you'll find a friendly group of adults eager to welcome you into the group.

There's no better time to start than now!

Check out our web site in the link in our bio for schedule and pricing.

09/03/2026

09/01/2026

In this latest posting, Amy reviews another book by Stacy Sims.

It's a mixed read, Amy says--part repetition of Sims' earlier work, but contioning some important insights nonetheless.

Check it out!
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08/20/2026

When the kids are back in school, you'll have more time for yourself.

Take advantage of our Back-to-School Special Offer.

Treat yourself to classes in our spacious and sparkling boutique studio at 12 River Road in Pawcatuck CT 06379.

You'll find a welcoming space, caring & compassionate instructors, and small group classes full of folks eager to welcome you into this friendly & vibrant community.

Whether you want to build strength by lifting weights in a fun-loving setting, practice mindfulness in a meditative yoga class, or learn about Tai Chi, we've got you covered!

Mix-n-Match with this intro offer that gives you SEVEN (7) classes to create the perfect combo for your health and wellness journey this Fall.

We're eager to meet you this Fall at We Lift Heavy!

08/07/2026

In this latest addition to Substack, co-owner Amy Fraher demystifies the ways to improve your bench press technique.

You might be surprised to learn that one of the best ways to improve your own lift is to learn the proper ways to spot.

Spotting is important for the lifter's safety and to support the lifter.

Learn about the three important jobs the spotter has, and why it's so important to have a spotter and to learn to be one.

Enjoy this read!

And if you're ready to try your hand at this, come to our boutique studio and challenge yourself with our classes and personal training. Schedule in link in bio.

Link to Substack in bio.

08/02/2026

Enjoy the lasting posting from We Lift Heavy, featuring the We Lift Heavy Substack of essays by co-founder, Amy Fraher.

About five months ago, co-founder Amy Fraher began publishing essays on a Substack , “breaking down the mysteries of strength training for adults.” Since then, she’s written a bunch of pieces, offering advice , book reviews, and telling inspiring stories to an ever-expanding group of readers.

05/22/2026

Amy's new Substack entry is here!
Read her exciting story about mind/body/machine integration here:
https://weliftheavy.substack.com/p/my-1st-deployment