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On Muscle: The Stuff That Moves Us and Why It Matters by Bonnie Tsui

emotional informative medium-paced

3.5

On Muscle explores the physical and emotional power of strength, blending memoir with cultural commentary. Tsui focuses on women's experiences with muscle, touching on how movement can be transformative—especially for people with disabilities, who often feel whole through movement even when society sees them as broken. While the book includes some science, it leans more anecdotal, offering personal stories over deep research. 

If you're interested in the intersection of strength, identity, and resilience, this is a thought-provoking and engaging read. 

Thanks to Algonquin Books for the advance review copy.
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