This episode is a little more personal.

I’m talking about something so many of us carry quietly: the complicated relationship we’ve had with our bodies for decades. From pinching belly fat as a teen to being picked last in PE to trying to “fix” the things we don’t like… it’s a journey so many midlife women know all too well.

In this episode, I’m sharing my own story - how sports and strength training helped me shift from hating parts of my body to actually loving what it could do. Not just in the gym, but in everyday life. And why that shift matters more than ever now, as we age.

This is about more than aesthetics. It’s about seeing our bodies not as a problem to fix, but as a partner in the life we want to keep living - fully and actively - for decades to come.

If you’ve ever felt frustrated with your body but also proud of what it’s capable of, this one’s for you.

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When it comes to seeing results from strength training, what you do outside of your workouts matters just as much as what happens during them—especially in midlife.

In part 2 of this series, I’m walking you through the lifestyle choices that either support or slow down your progress. These aren’t trendy hacks or extreme routines. They’re the kinds of everyday habits that help your body recover, build muscle, and feel better overall.

You’ll learn:

• Why recovery time is when your muscles actually grow
• How much food and protein you really need to support your training
• The truth about creatine, sleep, stress—and yes, even alcohol
• Why training hard without supporting your body can actually backfire

These are simple, sustainable changes that make a big difference—not just for your training, but for how you feel every day as a woman in midlife.

Enjoy the episode!

Resources mentioned:

• Episode #116: Factors That Impact Your Strength Training Results (Part 1: Things you can & can't control)
• Episode #110: The Right Way to Recover After Strength Training (Rest, Fuel & Tips for Faster Recovery)
• Episode #32: How to get enough protein each day - practical tips for eating more protein
• Episode #63: Tips for Better Quality Sleep in Menopause
• Episode #41: Stress: Why you should NOT ignore it in menopause

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• Kick-start your lifting with my easy-to-follow Learn to Lift programs:
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• Lose fat with The Midlife Fat Loss Formula >>
• Download my free guide to working with your menopausal body >>
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When will I see results? And how can I get there faster?

These are questions everyone asks when starting strength training - and in this episode, we’re diving into the real answers.

If you’ve been lifting weights and wondering whether it’s working (or why your progress isn’t matching someone else’s), this episode is for you.

In part 1 of this 2-part series, I'm looking at the real factors that influence your results. Some are completely out of your control (like your age and muscle fiber type). But others - like how you train - make a huge difference.

You’ll learn:

1. The role genetics, age, and hormones play in your training outcomes
2. What actually matters inside your workouts if you want to see change
3. 5 key training-related habits that give you the best chance at visible, lasting results

Hit play to learn what you should (and shouldn’t) be focusing on.

Resources mentioned:

1. Episode #114 – Progressive Overload

Send me your thoughts 😃

Support the show

• Kick-start your lifting with my easy-to-follow Learn to Lift programs:
  • Learn to Lift at HOME (dumbbells-only) >>
  • Learn to Lift at the GYM >>
• Already lifting? Join my membership >>
• Lose fat with The Midlife Fat Loss Formula >>
• Download my free guide to working with your menopausal body >>
• Subscribe to my weekly newsletter>>
• Follow & chat with me on Instagram: befitafter40_withlynn/