I’m so thrilled to welcome my friend, my trainer, the Glute Goddess herself, Sandy Brockman to the show! Today, we’re talking all about the number one workout Sandy recommends for women: strength training. Sandy shares how she first fell in love with weights, getting strong through strength training early on in her fitness journey, and details why she insists it’s the best way to stay fit as you age (yes, even over cardio!)

We talk about the science behind growing muscles, why glute strength is so important, and her new 6-week workout program in collaboration with Women’s Health Magazine. We also dive into Sandy’s advice for anyone who feels intimidated by the gym, and how her program can help you gain confidence through lifting weights.

Of course, we also explore the mental health benefits of strength training, even how hard lessons we learn in the gym can translate to our personal lives, outside of it.

Bonding over being bad*** women in fitness over 40, we get ultra-honest in an important exchange around how womens’ bodies change as we age, and how to best support them through the hormonal shifts experienced in perimenopause and menopause.

Sandy also shares her protein guidelines for building and maintaining muscle, and recommends her favorite protein sources to get you to your goals. Make sure to check out Sandy’s incredible glute workout and experience the power of strength training for your overall physical and mental health!

(00:03:24) Why Do Women Need Strength Training More Than Cardio?

(00:14:46) Booty by Brockman: How To Grow Your Glutes

(00:24:12) Sandy’s Advice for Getting Back Into a Gym Routine

(00:32:36) Menopause & Strength Training: Support Through Hormonal Changes

(00:44:00) Sandy’s Protein Recommendations for Women

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Guest Info:

• Instagram: @sandybrockmanfitness

• Women’s Health Magazine 6-week glute workout

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