EPISODE · Aug 13, 2024 · 17 MIN
#79 - Lifting Heavy: What it means to lift heavy & Why you need to do it
from Menopause Strength Training & Fitness | 40+ Fitness for Women · host Lynn Sederlöf-Airisto
Are you intimidated by the idea of lifting heavy weights? Think you might get injured or that it's just not for you? In this episode of the podcast, we’re busting myths and breaking barriers about what lifting heavy really means for women in midlife.In this episode, I discuss:What "lifting heavy" truly means for women in midlifeThe importance of lifting heavy for your unique strength levelHow to avoid the comparison game and focus on your own progressThe surprising benefits of lifting heavy for everyday activitiesReal-life examples of progressing from light to heavy weightsResources mentioned in the episode:Episode 49: Why You Need to Lift Heavy – Quick Lesson in Muscle BiologyEpisode 57: Why Cardio with Weights is Not the Same as Strength TrainingEnjoy the show!Send me your thoughts 😃Support the showJoin my strength training membership > Learn to Lift with my 10-week program >Get my free guide: How to Start Strength Training After 40 >> Lose fat faster with my Midlife Fat Loss Formula >Subscribe to my weekly newsletter>>Let's connect!Instagram >Facebook >YouTube >My website >
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Are you intimidated by the idea of lifting heavy weights? Think you might get injured or that it's just not for you? In this episode of the podcast, we’re busting myths and breaking barriers about what lifting heavy really means for women in midlife. In this episode, I discuss: What "lifting heavy" truly means for women in midlifeThe importance of lifting heavy for your unique strength levelHow to avoid the comparison game and focus on your own progressThe surprising benefits of lifting heavy...
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