About this episode
In this episode, Andrea Claassen challenges the notion that lifting heavy weights is the only path to progress in strength training.
In this episode, we challenge the popular notion that more weight equals more progress. With nearly two decades of coaching experience, I explore why "lifting heavy every workout" can leave you stiff, sore, and spread thin across the activities you love, things like tennis, yoga, and daily life. I'm sharing a practical, seasonally aware approach to strength that combines science with lived experience, emphasizing blocks, smart loading, and purposeful tapering. If you're tired of burnout and want strength that supports your lifestyle, this episode is for you. And for listeners ready to try it, Seasonal Strength offers a season-tailored 12-week program, with the first week free and a total price of $147. Seasonal Strength Get your free week here Where to connect with Andrea Website: https://andreaclaassen.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/seasonalandrea 5 Day Stillness Challenge https://andreaclaassen.com/sacred-stillness-challenge Andrea Claassen Bio Andrea Claassen is an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor, RYT 500 hour yoga teacher, and personal trainer who has been in the wellness space since 2007. She specializes in perimenopause. Her mission is to help women learn how to slow…
People in this episode
Host: Andrea Claassen
Topics covered
- strength training
- wellness
- Ayurveda
- fitness
- burnout
- seasonal approach
Keywords
- heavy lifting
- strength training
- wellness
- Ayurveda
- fitness
- burnout
- seasonal strength
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Seasonal Strength, Peaceful Power Podcast, 5 Day Stillness Challenge
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