{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Why Women Need Strength Training As We Age","description":"Aging is inevitable\u2014but weakness is not. In today\u2019s episode of Be Ambitious, we\u2019re talking about why strength training isn\u2019t just for athletes or bodybuilders\u2014it\u2019s a non-negotiable for every woman who wants to age well, stay strong, and feel empowered in her body. We break down six powerful reasons women should be lifting weights at every stage of life:  Preventing muscle loss and staying functional Protecting bones and reducing osteoporosis risk Supporting metabolism and healthy weight Improving balance and reducing fall risk Boosting mental health and body confidence Enhancing energy, independence, and quality of life  Whether you\u2019re brand new to strength training or already love lifting, this episode will give you the motivation\u2014and science-backed reasons\u2014you need to start strength training today!&amp;nbsp; The strength training program I'm currently loving - 25 Minute Speed Train &amp;nbsp; Join our Be Ambitious Podcast Listener Community on Facebook:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/beambitiouspodcast&amp;nbsp; Connect with us on the Be Ambitious Podcast Instagram: https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/beambitiouspodcast\/&amp;nbsp; Connect with Ashley on Instagram:&amp;nbsp;https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ashleymbaumann\/&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; *If you\u2019ve found any of my podcasts valuable, I'd greatly appreciate it if you head over to Apple and leave an honest &amp;amp; positive review. These reviews help other women find the podcast. They\u2019re also encouraging and fun to read! Just go to Apple podcasts, scroll down to \u201cRatings and Reviews,\u201d and tap to rate and write a review. Thank you SO much in advance! ","author_name":"Be Ambitious","author_url":"https:\/\/www.ashleymbaumann.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/37430555\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/191252215"}