Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
The truth about strength training I wish I had known sooner
Does strength training intimidate you? Seem unimportant? Or impossible? Not sure if it matters anyway? This episode is for you.
Cai Hepner, a personal trainer and sports nutrition coach, discusses the importance of strength training and the misconceptions surrounding it, particularly among women.
We explore the accessibility of strength training, whether in a gym or at home, and emphasize the importance of overcoming mental barriers to fitness. Our discussion also highlights the physiological benefits of strength training, including its impact on cortisol levels and body composition.
You’re going to love this one!
Some takeaways from this episode:
Motivation often stems from aesthetic goals, but something else should be prioritized.
Recognizing small wins is crucial for maintaining motivation.
Strength training has unique benefits that cardio can’t provide.
Why long-term consistency leads to better results.
The stronger you are, the more pain-free joints and improved mobility you'll have, so you can age gracefully.
Strength training improves balance and proprioception.
You can effectively strength train at home without a gym.
Why cortisol is not inherently bad & how it can be managed through exercise.
Strength training helps regulate hormone levels during menopause.
Body fat storage patterns can change with age, but strength training helps manage it.
Age should not deter anyone from starting strength training.
Strength training can lead to significant mental and emotional benefits
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Studies we talked about in this episode:
How strength training may help you fight depression:
psychologytoday.com/us/blog/minding-the-body/201703/how-strength-training-helps-keep-anxiety-bay#:~:text=%E2%80%9CIn%20our%20study%2C%20a%20single,and%20other%20negative%20mood%20states.%E2%80%9D
The many benefits of resistance training:
npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/03/11/1236791784/strength-resistance-weight-training-longevity-aging-heart-disease
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Popular topics on my channel include:
Real food
Pantry staple recipes
From scratch cooking
Tea blends & how to make them
Sugarmaking
The Simple Doesn’t Mean Easy podcast
Visit soulyrested.com for more, and subscribe to my YouTube channel to get new videos from me: youtube.com/michellevisser?sub_confirmation=1
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The truth about strength training I wish I had known sooner
Does strength training intimidate you? Seem unimportant? Or impossible? Not sure if it matters anyway? This episode is for you.
Cai Hepner, a personal trainer and sports nutrition coach, discusses the importance of strength training and the misconceptions surrounding it, particularly among women.
We explore the accessibility of strength training, whether in a gym or at home, and emphasize the importance of overcoming mental barriers to fitness. Our discussion also highlights the physiological benefits of strength training, including its impact on cortisol levels and body composition.
You’re going to love this one!
Some takeaways from this episode:
Motivation often stems from aesthetic goals, but something else should be prioritized.
Recognizing small wins is crucial for maintaining motivation.
Strength training has unique benefits that cardio can’t provide.
Why long-term consistency leads to better results.
The stronger you are, the more pain-free joints and improved mobility you'll have, so you can age gracefully.
Strength training improves balance and proprioception.
You can effectively strength train at home without a gym.
Why cortisol is not inherently bad & how it can be managed through exercise.
Strength training helps regulate hormone levels during menopause.
Body fat storage patterns can change with age, but strength training helps manage it.
Age should not deter anyone from starting strength training.
Strength training can lead to significant mental and emotional benefits
Please check out our sponsors:
Redmond Ag: bit.ly/3MAslZI
soulyrested.com/seeds
pjatr.com/t/TUJGR0xNRkJGTElKSExCR0tORUxI?url=https%3A%2F%2Fterritorialseed.com%2Fpages%2Fsimple-doesn-t-mean-easy-podcast
Go here to get show notes and special offers for podcast listeners in your inbox: soulyrested.com/podcast
Studies we talked about in this episode:
How strength training may help you fight depression:
psychologytoday.com/us/blog/minding-the-body/201703/how-strength-training-helps-keep-anxiety-bay#:~:text=%E2%80%9CIn%20our%20study%2C%20a%20single,and%20other%20negative%20mood%20states.%E2%80%9D
The many benefits of resistance training:
npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/03/11/1236791784/strength-resistance-weight-training-longevity-aging-heart-disease
Thanks for watching!
👉Click here to subscribe for new videos: youtube.com/michellevisser?sub_confirmation=1
Grab my Pantry Checklist (loaded with discounts on my favorite ingredients) for free right here: soulyrested.com/pantry
FREE resources:
Learn how to use fresh milled flour: graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/k36hnsvbh7
Learn about kombucha (and grab some of my favorite recipes): graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/b91bdd18-3581-414f-b145-8acd2e508a52
Learn about dehydrating food: graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/fl36xcgpvq
Learn about baking with maple syrup: view.flodesk.com/pages/62116313e0eda1a0d870b747
Learn about making your own maple syrup: graceful-base-213.myflodesk.com/q5ecjrundz
Looking for more free resources? Choose from even more FREE e-courses here: soulyrested.com/howto
My book: amzn.to/45Pt8Pu
My website: soulyrested.com
Instagram: instagram.com/souly.rested
Facebook: facebook.com/soulyrested
Pinterest: pinterest.com/soulyrested
All my favorite ingredients: soulyrested.com/the-best-ingredients-in-my-kitchen
About Michelle Visser
Hi, so nice to meet you! I’m Michelle, a former processed food junkie turned real-food enthusiast.
My husband and I live on a small New England farm and sugarbush with a lot of gardens. But I’m passionate about helping folks have more real food in their lives, no matter where they live. No farm or garden required.
Popular topics on my channel include:
Real food
Pantry staple recipes
From scratch cooking
Tea blends & how to make them
Sugarmaking
The Simple Doesn’t Mean Easy podcast
Visit soulyrested.com for more, and subscribe to my YouTube channel to get new videos from me: youtube.com/michellevisser?sub_confirmation=1
👋Find me in all the places:
My book: amzn.to/45Pt8Pu
My website: soulyrested.com
Instagram: instagram.com/souly.rested
Facebook: facebook.com/soulyrested
Pinterest: pinterest.com/soulyrested
Podcast: soulyrested.com/podcast
CONTACT: michelle@soulyrested(dot)com
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