Listen "Lifting 101: Why strength training will change your life"
Episode Synopsis
🎙️ This week, we're starting our series of episodes breaking down the basics of strength training! Join Jaz, Evie and Zaira as they debunk myths, share personal journeys, and reveal why lifting weights is about way more than just looking good. Get ready to be inspired to transform your life, one rep at a time! 💪💡 Highlights You Don’t Want to Miss:00:00 🏋️♀️ Why Strength Training Is a Game-Changer for Women00:29 💪 What Is the Strength Series? Meet Your Hosts01:16 🔥 From Aesthetic Goals to Functional Strength02:43 🧠 Mindset Shift: Why We Really Lift04:10 🎯 The Simple Power of “You vs the Barbell”05:20 😂 Supermarket Squats & Real-Life Strength Wins05:50 📊 Surprising Stats: Bone Health, Muscle Loss & More07:14 🧘♀️ Lifting and Mental Health: The 55% Depression Drop08:38 🚀 Confidence Gains That Spill Into Real Life09:59 🍗 Strength Training vs Genetics: Who’s in Control?10:53 💀 “Harder to Kill”: Lifting & Longevity11:52 💃 From Body Image to Badass Energy13:15 🧍♀️ Injury Recovery & Confidence Through Strength14:13 😬 “But I Don’t Want to Get Bulky!”15:37 🍗 Chicken, Abs & Hollywood: The Myth of Accidental Muscle16:35 🌟 Changing the Narrative Around Strength & Femininity18:35 📉 Why Cardio Isn’t Enough (But Still Important!)20:03 🔁 Strength Training Complements Every Fitness Goal20:57 🕒 “No Time” to Train? Think Again.22:23 🏠 Start Small: At-Home Lifting & Strength Snacks22:52 🔚 What’s Next: Movements That Actually Work
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