Pull out your dumbbells and fire-up your fitness apps, in this episode we’re talking strength training for anyone who needs a refresher, or those new to lifting weights. Former NRL player Ben Lucas is owner and director of Flow Athletic in Sydney and discusses the importance of lifting weights, must-do exercises, and the foods you should eat when you’re lifting.    WANT MORE FROM BEN? To hear today's full interview, where Ben talks through the exact exercises for total body strength plus he shares his own workout regime...search for Extra Healthy-ish wherever you get your pods. You can find out more about Ben at Flow Athletic, here. Or follow him on Instagram @ben_lucas1    WANT MORE BODY + SOUL?  Online: Head to bodyandsoul.com.au for your daily digital dose of health and wellness. On social: Via Instagram at @bodyandsoul_au or Facebook. Got an idea for an episode or some feedback? DM us or host Felicity Harley on Instagram @felicityharley.  In print: Each Sunday, pick up the latest copy of the Body+Soul/Stellar flipbook inside The Sunday Telegraph (NSW), the Sunday Herald Sun (Victoria), The Sunday Mail (Queensland), Sunday Mail (SA) and Sunday Tasmanian (Tasmania). 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.