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 muscle
• How to use reps, weights, and simple tracking to apply progressive overload
• What 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=pod114

• Learn to Lift courses >>
• Free guide: How to Start Weight Training After 40 >> 

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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!

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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 Lynn

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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 results
• How to get better results in less time by training smarter

Tune 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 >> 

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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 recovery
• Why protein is essential (even on rest days!)
• How stress and sleep impact muscle growth
• How to speed up recovery so you can train harder, sooner

Plus, 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 #41

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How fast should you increase your weights? The answer depends on where you are in your lifting journey.

Whether you're just starting out, building intensity, or lifting heavy, your progress will look different at each stage. 

In this episode, I break down the three phases of strength training, what to expect as you move through them, and how to know when it's time to go heavier. 

Plus, I share key tips to make steady, sustainable progress.

Resources Mentioned:

• Learn to Lift with Lynn – My beginner-friendly strength training programs >>
• Podcast on Form Videos – Check out episode #106

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In this FAQ episode of 40+ Fitness for Women, I answer some of your top training, nutrition, and fat loss questions—including what really works and what’s just hype.

I answer these questions:

• Is strength training 2x week enough? (or do you need more)
• What supplements do I recommend - and use - in midlife? (and what I don't buy into)
• Is fat loss possible in menopause? (or do we need to resign ourselves to being heavier)

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Join my Fat Loss Workshop >> 
• Recommended episode #54: Perimenopause: what it is and how I survived it.

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So, you've been lifting for a while, applying progressive overload, and you're at the point where the weights are getting heavy. 

Of course, heavy is always relative (what's heavy for you is not the same as what's heavy for someone else). 

But you know what I mean: when you get to the point where the idea of just grabbing your working weights and going for it feels like not such a good idea. 

If some Personal Trainer or fitness influencer told you that 15 minutes of cardio is the best way to warm up, I disagree. 

In this episode of the podcast, I share the best way to warm up to lift heavy - including some concrete examples of how to warm up for heavy sets. Use this method to get the most out of your training sessions and minimize the risk of injury.

Resources mentioned in the episode: 

• My mobility warm-up for upper body >>
• My mobility warm-up for lower body >>

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The one thing you’re probably NOT doing—but should be!

If you’re lifting weights but not seeing the results you want, or if something just feels off in your workouts, there’s a simple but often-overlooked fix: checking your form.

When your form isn’t right, you’re not only increasing your risk of injury, you might also be making exercises harder than they need to be (and not in a good way!).

The good news? A quick form check could make ALL the difference.

In this episode, I dive into:

• The benefits of taking form videos
• How to take form videos to improve your lifting technique
• How to spot and fix form mistakes on your own

Resources mentioned in this episode:

🎥 Flip Stick >>

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This is a different kind of episode. I am sharing my frustrations about women who tell me that strength training is 'not their thing'.

Strength training should be everyone's thing. 

There is no substitute. 

Yes, there are other forms of exercise, but none that build muscle & strength and confer the health benefits that weight training does. Plus those muscles are essential for keeping us out of the nursing home. 

In this episode, I address the common statements I hear from midlife women who don't lift. 

• "Weight training is not my thing"
• "I tried it and it doesn't work for me"
• "Weight training is boring"

If any of those statements sound familiar - this is the episode for you. 

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