Episode 26: What is strength training, do I need it, and how do I start?

<p>Is CrossFit strength training? Do your Orange Theory workouts really build strength? Today we dig into what strength training really is and how to get started with it- we’ve spent so much time talking bout the WHY behind strength training, and we want to make sure you have the tools to to know HOW to do it.</p> <p>This episode is all about the ins and outs of getting started with strength training, and whether you are a beginning or have years of experience, you’ll learn so much about the process behind it all.</p> <p>You might have people in your life that ask you about strength training and why you do it, and this episode will help you not only learn about YOUR process, but help you share it with others as well.</p> <p>In today’s preamble to the episode, we discuss plans for milestone podcast celebrations in exotic locations, Gillian and Olivia share their pasts as drama queens, and how feedback about the podcasts just makes our little hearts so happy!</p> <p>From there, we shift into talking about functional training and why your F45 or Orange Theory and other HIIT workouts might not be giving you the strength stimulus you’re looking for.We talk about the difference between cardio and strength, and what the basics of a strength training session look like.</p> <p>You’ll learn the different ways in which we build strength, some guidelines around strength training for health, and a breakdown of terms you might have heard thrown around (like hypertrophy, muscular endurance and power).</p> <p>Tune in NEXT week as we continue the conversation and discuss what your assessment should look like, what to look for in a solid strength training program, and some movement patterns that are key for building strength.</p> <p><strong>Mentioned in this episode:</strong></p> <p>Grit and Grace waitlist (Olivia’s strength program): <a href="https://winning-founder-6829.ck.page/531c3f697b">https://winning-founder-6829.ck.page/531c3f697b</a></p> <p>USA guidelines for exercise: <a href="https://health.gov/sites/default/files/2019-