Let's Talk About "Toning" -- The Importance of Resistance Training for Women

Somewhere along the way, women were taught that the goal of fitness is to get smaller, leaner, and more “toned.” But let’s talk about what that actually means. You don’t need to lose muscle to look a certain way. You need to build it. What people call “toning” is generally a combination of muscle development and body composition. But instead of constantly chasing fat loss, I’d argue that building muscle deserves far more attention, especially for women as we age. Resistance training helps us build and preserve muscle, support bone health, and do the things we love to do.

Coach’s own advice — not medical advice. Train within your limits.