Real Talk: Cardio Isn’t Enough Anymore 💚
The new science of women’s health is built on resistance training not treadmills.
Can we be honest for a second?
Most of us were taught that “being healthy” = eat less, do more cardio, maybe smash a HIIT workout when we’re feeling brave.
No wonder so many women feel tired, inflamed, and still not seeing the results they want.
The problem
Cardio and HIIT are great for your heart and burning calories in the moment.
But on their own, they don’t:
Protect your muscle as you age
Support your bones and joints
Keep your metabolism from slowing down
Make everyday life (stairs, kids, work, stress) feel easier
In fact, when life is already full-on, more high-intensity cardio can feel like just another stress on your body.
The Solution: Strength as your foundation
For women, especially 30+, the research is LOUD and CLEAR:
Lifting weights 2–3x per week helps build and keep lean muscle
More muscle = better blood sugar control, better insulin sensitivity, and a stronger metabolism
Strength training sends a powerful signal to your bones, joints, and connective tissue:
Here is a quick 1 minute video on what experts in woman’s health are saying.
At Peak Fitness, we’ve doubled down on this:
Coach-led strength and muscle building training
Smart conditioning on top (not endless burpees)
Science based approach to help recompose your body
Your heart still gets the benefits of movement but your muscles, bones, and hormones finally get what they’ve been missing.
You don’t need to “start from scratch” or out-hustle your younger self. You just need the right kind of training for where you’re at now.
Your heart still gets the benefits of movement but your muscles, bones, and hormones finally get what they’ve been missing.
Stronger than yesterday,
The Peak Fitness Team