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EPISODE · Apr 17, 2026 · 11 MIN

208. Strength Training for Women Over 50: 8 Myths Keeping You From Losing Fat & Building Muscle

from Fat Loss School for Women Over 50 | Strategies to Lose Weight and Belly Fat After Menopause with Intermittent Fasting, Carb Cycling, Macros, Exercise, & Mindset · host Amy Bryan, FASTer Way to Fat Loss® Certified Weight Loss Coach

Are you still relying on cardio for fat loss and wondering why your body isn’t changing the way it used to? In this Friday Extra Credit episode of Fat Loss School, I'm breaking down the biggest strength training myths for women over 50—and why letting go of these outdated beliefs is the key to finally losing belly fat, boosting metabolism, and building a strong, capable body. If you grew up in the era of: Step aerobics and long cardio sessions “Burn more calories” messaging Fear of getting bulky from lifting weights …you are not alone. But those strategies are no longer serving your body in midlife. In this episode, you’ll learn: ✔ Why strength training is more effective than cardio for fat loss after 50 ✔ The truth about “toning” vs. building muscle ✔ Why it’s never too late to build strength and improve metabolism ✔ How to strength train at home (no gym required!) ✔ Why you don’t need long workouts to see results ✔ The role of strength training in preventing muscle loss (sarcopenia) and supporting bone health ✔ Why consistency—not perfection—is what actually transforms your body Ready to learn to strength train plus improve your nutrition for effective fat loss after age 50? Then join me in my next FASTer Way to Fat Loss® class for women 50+:  https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN 

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