8. Weight Lifting for Midlife Women with Coach Lya Straughn

We’re talking all about weight lifting and strength training for women in midlife with Coach Lya Straughn, expert in women’s fitness.

We discuss:

·       Benefits of weight lifting for women in midlife, both physical and mental, and why strength training is a must at this age.

·       How women in midlife can safely incorporate weight lifting into their fitness routine.

·       How to safely get started with strength training at home.

·       The #1 option for safe and effective weight training.

·       Machines, vs. bands, vs dumbbells, vs. bars.

·       A simple plan to get started, and when to progress to the next level.

·       Incorporating other types of exercises with weight training and strength training.

·       The myth around women bulking up or toning.

·       Nutrition for weight training.

·       Common mistakes that women make when weight lifting in midlife.

Resources:

 Recommended Book: Next Level: Your Guide to Kicking Ass, Feeling Great, and Crushing Goals Through Menopause and Beyond by Stacy T. Simmons, PhD  

Protein Shake: Ka’Chava Meal Replacement Shake, chocolate 

Connect with Lya:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strong_4_lyfe/

Email: strong4lyfe@gmail.com

Find Me At:

Instagram: @modernlatinainmidlife