Are you a woman over 35, desperately seeking effective ways to change your body shape, lose weight and most importantly… improve your health?
While many women turn to cardio exercises and restrictive diets, incorporating strength training into your fitness routine can get you incredible results
In this blog post, we'll explore five compelling reasons why women over 35 should embrace strength training as a key component of their weight loss journey
Cardio is usually the most common route people go when they want to lose weight, or HIIT based classes.
While cardio will help you to lose weight it will not give you the changes to your body shape that you might want
Running (along with a calorie deficit) can help you to lose weight…
BUT…
If you want that ‘toned’ look then you will not get this from just running and diet alone.
Before we continue…
We always recommend a cardio activity to our members as the focus is never just on weight loss and body shape changes
Your focus should be on improving your health and to do this you need to incorporate cardio into your routine
30-45 minutes, 3x per week where you raise your heart rate is essential to improve your cardiovascular system
Never neglect cardio…
The 5 Benefits of Strength Training for Women
Boost Metabolism and Burn Fat Efficiently
One of the most significant benefits of strength training is its ability to increase your metabolism and burn fat effectively
As women age, their metabolism naturally slows down, making weight loss more challenging
Strength training, however, helps counteract this effect
By building lean muscle mass, you'll raise your resting metabolic rate, enabling your body to burn more calories even at rest
This increased metabolic efficiency promotes fat loss and assists in achieving your weight loss goals
Preserve and Strengthen Bone
As women age, bone density tends to decrease, which can lead to conditions like osteoporosis, especially during the peri-menopause and menopause
Strength training offers a powerful solution by helping preserve and strengthen your bones
Incorporating strength training into your routine can provide the dual benefit of weight loss and improved bone health, ensuring a healthier future
Sculpt and Tone Your Body
Beyond weight loss, strength training offers a unique advantage: it helps sculpt and tone your body
Cardio exercises alone may lead to weight loss, but they may not provide the desired shape and definition
Strength training, on the other hand, allows you to target specific muscle groups, shaping them to create a lean and sculpted physique
By focusing on strength training exercises, you'll not only shed excess fat but also enhance your overall body composition
Increase Strength and Functional Fitness
Strength training goes beyond aesthetic benefits; it also improves your functional fitness and overall strength
As we age it is essential to our posture and overall day to day activates that we have the muscle strength to be able to complete activities and also reduce the potential problems of lower back and ‘stoops’
Regular strength training sessions increase muscle strength and endurance, making these tasks easier and reducing the risk of injuries
Additionally, enhanced strength can boost your confidence and empower you in various aspects of life
Improve Mental Well-being and Confidence
Weight loss journeys often come with emotional challenges, and it's crucial to prioritise mental well-being throughout the process
Strength training can significantly contribute to your mental health
Engaging in regular exercise releases endorphins, which are natural mood enhancers
The sense of accomplishment and progress that comes with strength training can boost your self-confidence and improve body image, leading to an overall positive mindset
If you are not someone who lifts weights now it may seem quite strange but the elation, the feeling of achievement and how proud you feel when you lift certain weights or beat your pervious lifts in certain exercises is incredible
You leave the gym with a huge achievement of being able to see your improvements, not just in your body shape but also in the weights you are lifting
We Know Strength Training Can Be Daunting For Some Women
Overcoming the fear or not fully understanding exactly what you need to do is something we specialise in helping you to overcome
During our 6-week transformation challenge we give develop a strength training program that is built just for you
After your initial 1-2-1 assessment we then use these results to build your program
So, it does not matter what your current levels of experience or fitness currently are
Take the challenge today and book your free weight loss strategy session today
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