As a female: will I become “bulky” and masculine from strength training?

This is a common misconception that has been proven more “myth” than “fact”. The short and sweet answer is this: No. You won't bulk up when you start lifting weights. What you will do, though, is lose body fat and earn the "toned" appearance so many people are after.

How often should I be working out?

This factor depends on a series of variables. What your work schedule is like, childcare, transportation inconveniences, you name it. This question is an extremely individualized answer from case to case.

How fast will I see results?

This question has many facets to it. How much effort are you putting in per session? Per week? How is your dieting and sleep? Genetic make up, baseline level of and background in fitness.

Where should I start in this journey?

It all begins with a will to improve. Maybe you want to get faster. Maybe you want to turn a stubborn excess weight into something more desirable. Or maybe you have a burning desire to become the strongest version of yourself. Whatever it is, the way you go about accomplishing this can (and will) make all the difference.

Joining the Anchor of Iron family is a pretty great start though.