#114: Progressive Overload: Build Muscle & Get Toned in Midlife (Step-by-Step Guide)
If you’ve been working out with weights but feel like your arms still jiggle and you're not looking more toned, then this episode is a must-listen.In episode #114, I'm getting back to basics and covering one of the most important principles in strength training: progressive overload. If you want results - like better muscle tone, more strength, and a firmer, fitter body - progressive overload is the key. You’ll learn:What progressive overload really means (no, it’s not just “lift heavy”)Why random workouts and group fitness classes aren't great ways to build muscleHow to use reps, weights, and simple tracking to apply progressive overloadWhat to do when progress slows down (or life gets in the way)Whether your goal is to get stronger, feel more confident in a sleeveless top, or keep up with the grandkids - this is foundational information you need.Hit play and learn how to train smarter - not harder.Resources mentioned:https://befitafter40.com/train?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=buzzsprout&utm_campaign=pod114Learn to Lift courses >> Free guide: How to Start Weight Training After 40 >> Send me your thoughts 😃 Support the show REGISTER for my Fat Loss Workshop April 24th >> REGISTER for my FREE Menopause Masterclass April 29th >> Kick-start your lifting with my Learn to Lift programs: Learn to Lift at HOME (dumbbells-only) >> Learn to Lift at the GYM >> Already lifting? Join my membership >> Download my free guide to working with your menopausal body >> Subscribe to my weekly newsletter>> Follow & chat with me on Instagram: befitafter40_withlynn/
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#113: Tips for Working with an In-Person Personal Trainer (when starting weight training in midlife)
If you're hesitant about starting weight training on your own, then a session (or more) with an in-person personal trainer can be a great choice.In this episode of the podcast I go over some tips for how to get the most out of that session with a personal trainer - so you can get start getting stronger and build muscle effectively. Enjoy the show!Send me your thoughts 😃 Support the show REGISTER for my Fat Loss Workshop April 24th >> REGISTER for my FREE Menopause Masterclass April 29th >> Kick-start your lifting with my Learn to Lift programs: Learn to Lift at HOME (dumbbells-only) >> Learn to Lift at the GYM >> Already lifting? Join my membership >> Download my free guide to working with your menopausal body >> Subscribe to my weekly newsletter>> Follow & chat with me on Instagram: befitafter40_withlynn/
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#112: Reflections on menopause, fitness & life on my 54th Birthday
I'm turning 54 on the day that this episode is being released 🎂, so I thought I would take this opportunity to reflect back on my perimenopause nightmare, how amazing midlife can be (once you get menopause symptoms under control), my fitness journey, and my thoughts on the road ahead. So this is a little bit of a different kind of episode than usual. I hope you enjoy it. x LynnSend me your thoughts 😃 Support the show REGISTER for my Fat Loss Workshop April 24th >> REGISTER for my FREE Menopause Masterclass April 29th >> Kick-start your lifting with my Learn to Lift programs: Learn to Lift at HOME (dumbbells-only) >> Learn to Lift at the GYM >> Already lifting? Join my membership >> Download my free guide to working with your menopausal body >> Subscribe to my weekly newsletter>> Follow & chat with me on Instagram: befitafter40_withlynn/
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#111: 6 Strength Training Mistakes Midlife Women Make at the Gym (and how to fix them)
Are you unknowingly sabotaging your strength training progress?If you’ve started lifting weights, this episode is a must-listen. Over the years, I’ve seen some common mistakes women make in the weight room - most of them with the best intentions. But the truth is, these well-meaning habits could be slowing you down or holding you back.In this episode I’m sharing 6 mistakes I see women making in the gym—and what to do instead so you can get better results in less time.You'll learn: The biggest strength training mistakes I see women making Why more sets and more exercises don’t always lead to more resultsHow to get better results in less time by training smarterTune in to make sure you're not leaving results on the table! Resources mentioned in this episode: Sign up for the next Midlife Fat Loss Blueprint Workshop >> Learn more about my Lift with Lynn Membership >> Send me your thoughts 😃 Support the show REGISTER for my Fat Loss Workshop April 24th >> REGISTER for my FREE Menopause Masterclass April 29th >> Kick-start your lifting with my Learn to Lift programs: Learn to Lift at HOME (dumbbells-only) >> Learn to Lift at the GYM >> Already lifting? Join my membership >> Download my free guide to working with your menopausal body >> Subscribe to my weekly newsletter>> Follow & chat with me on Instagram: befitafter40_withlynn/
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#110 - The Right Way to Recover After Strength Training (Rest, Fuel & Tips for Faster Recovery)
How long does it really take to recover between strength training sessions? The answer isn't always straightforward. Your recovery time depends on factors like how hard you’re training, your stress levels, sleep, protein intake, and more. In this episode, I’m breaking down:The biggest mistakes women make when it comes to recoveryWhy protein is essential (even on rest days!)How stress and sleep impact muscle growthHow to speed up recovery so you can train harder, soonerPlus, I’m sharing my own recent experience with not giving myself enough recovery time—and what happened when I went into the gym too soon.🎧 Listen now to learn how to optimize your recovery and get stronger, faster!Resources Mentioned:Episode on Stress Management: Episode #41Send me your thoughts 😃 Support the show REGISTER for my Fat Loss Workshop April 24th >> REGISTER for my FREE Menopause Masterclass April 29th >> Kick-start your lifting with my Learn to Lift programs: Learn to Lift at HOME (dumbbells-only) >> Learn to Lift at the GYM >> Already lifting? Join my membership >> Download my free guide to working with your menopausal body >> Subscribe to my weekly newsletter>> Follow & chat with me on Instagram: befitafter40_withlynn/
About 40+ Fitness for Women: Strength training in perimenopause & menopause
If you are a woman over 40 and are looking for practical information on how to keep your body strong and functional in perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause, this is the show for you!- Do you want to learn how to exercise in a way to increase muscle and lose fat so you look and feel great today while preparing your body for the decades ahead? - Do you want to start lifting weights?- Do you want to understand the hormonal changes that are going on in your body during menopause (estrogen, progesterone, testosterone, and cortisol) and how those affect how you should be working out?Lynn has you covered!40+ Fitness for Women Podcast is THE fitness podcast for women over 40. It is focused on practical, concrete tips and strategies for getting strong and fit today and maintaining your quality of life in the decades ahead. Host Lynn Sederlöf-Airisto is a Certified Menopause Fitness Coach. And, as a 54-year-old post-menopausal woman, she knows first-hand what going through the menopause transition is like.She has struggled with the hormonal changes including a rollercoaster ride through perimenopause and changes to her body composition that seemed to happen almost overnight!Lynn has been there and found the path forward - and is here to share that with you. Midlife can be the best part of life - if you learn how to work with your body.
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