Squats Made Her Strong *and* Confident
Nov 19, 2024When you improve your physical strength, you improve self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-reliance, and these are big things.
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Many women struggle to feel confident and or good about themselves and blame their confidence on their appearance.
Episode Summary:
I’m so excited to share this special episode with my dear friend and client, Jane! This is such an inspiring conversation about how strength training can transform not just your body but also your mind. Jane is an incredible woman in her 60s who went from feeling unsure about stepping into a gym to confidently conquering the squat rack! And the results have been truly life-changing! Jane discovered a confidence she never expected and now feels more vibrant and energetic than she did in her 20s.
Show Notes:
I’m so excited to share this special episode with my dear friend and client, Jane! This is such an inspiring conversation about how strength training can transform not just your body but also your mind. Jane is an incredible woman in her 60s who went from feeling unsure about stepping into a gym to confidently conquering the squat rack! And the results have been truly life-changing! Jane discovered a confidence she never expected and now feels more vibrant and energetic than she did in her 20s.
In our conversation, we discuss Jane’s initial motivations for starting her fitness journey, how she overcame fears about lifting heavy weights – even while managing hip pain, and the importance of proper nutrition (especially before workouts!). Plus, she shares practical tips for overcoming the intimidation of trying something new! If you’ve ever felt nervous about stepping into the gym or thought it was too late to start a new chapter, Jane’s story will inspire you to think again. It’s never too late to become the strongest version of yourself – inside and out!
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Topics Covered:
- What inspired Jane to start her fitness journey
- Why pain doesn’t need to be long-lasting
- Jane’s primary motivators, the biggest changes she noticed, and the actions she took to reach her goals
- The real value of structured exercises
- Advice for overcoming gym intimidation
- Tips for improving your nutrition habits and the truth about calories
- Jane’s macronutrient strategy
- The most challenging part of Jane’s journey
- Advice for taking the first step towards becoming who you want to be
Resources Mentioned:
- Listen to the first 44 episodes of Holly Perkins Health Podcast HERE
- Check out The Body Composition Project HERE
- Transcripts can be found on the official blog page for this episode at hollyperkins.com/blog
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