Why Strength Training is Your Midlife Superpower

If you're in your 40s or 50s and still relying on cardio to stay fit, this episode is your wake-up call.
We're diving deep into why strength training isn’t just helpful in midlife — it’s essential.

In this episode, I share:

Why fat loss feels harder now (and how muscle loss is part of the story)

The truth about metabolism and muscle

How strength training protects your bones and long-term health

The mental health benefits no one’s talking about

What smart strength training really looks like in your 40s and 50s

A simple 3-step roadmap to help you get started — safely and sustainably.

Resources mentioned:

Outlive by Dr. Peter Attia

Dr. Stacy Sims’ interview with Mel Robbins - training in menopause

Dr. Vonda Wright’s interview with Mel Robbins - insights on mobility, strength, and aging

Atomic Habits by James Clear

JAMA Psychiatry study on resistance training and mental health (Gordon BR et al., 2018)

Ageing Research Reviews on sarcopenia (Mitchell WK et al., 2012)

American Journal of Clinical Nutrition on muscle as metabolic tissue (Wolfe RR, 2006)

Giveaway

Try a free Fit Positive workout to get you started! This is a full body circuit that you can do with dumbbells and a mat, or even as bodyweight only!

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