Most women are still being told to “do more cardio,” “avoid lifting heavy,” or “don’t get too bulky.”And it’s keeping them stuck, exhausted, and spinning their wheels.

In today’s episode, I sit down with my friend and fellow coach Heather Anderson to break down why pure strength training is the most powerful thing you can do for your metabolism, hormones, confidence, and long-term health.

Heather shares:✨ Her journey from endurance training & triathlons to discovering full-body strength training✨ How lifting 2–3x/week transformed her physique, energy, and hormone health✨ Why “cardio with weights” doesn’t produce real results✨ The myth of women “getting bulky”✨ How strength training supports bone density, mood, joint health, and longevity✨ What she wishes every woman 40+ understood about hormones & muscle✨ Why lifestyle is so important✨ Her story navigating autoimmune issues and how functional root-cause care changed everything

This episode is packed with practical advice, lived experience, and truth bombs that everyone needs to hear especially if you’ve been doing more but seeing less progress.

⚠️ This isn’t about doing harder workouts. It’s about doing the right ones — and letting strength training transform your entire life.

Connect with Heather:

* Facebook: Heather Anderson

* Instagram: @hjen9

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