Unleash Your Potential with Strength Training - The Pathway to Effective Fat Loss
Oftentimes we think we need to do tons of cardio to optimize fat loss, in fact, this used to be my belief. I used to spend 45 minutes 5 days per week pounding it out on the treadmill. But what if I told you that there's a more effective way? A way that not only aids in fat loss, but can also give you the muscle tone you are looking for AND improve longevity?
Let's talk about strength training.
While it might seem intimidating at first, strength training has been scientifically proven to be more effective for fat loss than cardio alone. This is because it increases your muscle mass, which in turn, boosts your metabolic rate. Simply put, the more muscle you have, the more calories your body burns at rest. Isn't that fantastic? You can be sitting on your couch, watching your favorite show, and your body is still at work, burning calories.
Imagine the impact this could have on your fitness journey! Not only will you lose fat more effectively, but you'll also enjoy a stronger, healthier body. But remember, it doesn't mean you should give up cardio completely. It's about finding a balance and incorporating a variety of exercises into your regimen to achieve optimal results. Do what works for you!!
Consider this: a study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology revealed that just 30 minutes of strength training per week has the potential to reduce death from any cause by 23%, and death from cancer by 31%. By proving that strength training contributes significantly to longevity, this research provides powerful motivation to integrate this exercise form into your routine.
Another study, appearing in the Journal of Gerontology, showed that individuals over the age of 65 who engaged in regular strength training had a 46% lower risk of all-cause mortality.
The evidence is clear: consistent strength training, even for just 30 minutes a week, can enhance both your quality and longevity of life.
We are committed to getting everyone strength training!! Which is why we are developing some incredible programs. We just released 31 Days of FIT, which is a program that both men and women can use!! Each day for 31 days, you get 1 (10-minute) workout and 1 (1-minute) mindset session. Access is for 6-months so you can repeat the program again and again. This program is for you if you can move from sitting to standing (and vice versa) without difficulty. Read all the details of 31 Days of FIT HERE.
And if this is a challenge for you, then get on our waitlist for our Muscle Maintenance During Fat Loss program, which is coming soon and will meet all levels, even those who do best exercising from a chair. You can join our waitlist HERE.
Or perhaps you are looking for higher level workouts and a community of women to lean into. Check out our FIT Woman Collective™. This program features 10 and 30 minute workouts where we focus on muscle and mindset. You can learn more HERE.
Sending lots of love. Have a great week!
xo Ali
31 Days of FIT. Learn more HERE.
Muscle Maintenance During Fat Loss. Waitlist HERE.
Fit Woman Collective™. Learn more HERE.
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