09/06/2026
Most women over 40 have been taught that fat loss comes from doing more cardio.
More walking. More classes. More sweating. More calories burned.
But after 40, one of the most important things you can do is maintain muscle.
Muscle helps:
âś” Support metabolism
âś” Improve insulin sensitivity
âś” Improve body composition
âś” Keep you strong as you age
The goal isn't just to lose weight.
The goal is to lose fat while keeping (or building) muscle.
That's why a woman who strength trains often looks completely different to someone the same weight who doesn't.
If you're spending hours trying to burn calories but never prioritising strength training, you're probably making things harder than they need to be.
I just put together a free guide: The 7 Mistakes Women Over 40 Make That Keep Them From Getting Strong, Healthy & Lean.
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