Why I Would NEVER Strength Train for Weight Loss(Ep. 192)

Discover the often-overlooked key to a healthier lifestyle in this episode with Alex Allen. Join me in a candid conversation as I share personal insights and lessons learned about why I choose not to strength train solely for weight loss. In this episode, we shift the focus away from the scale and explore the profound benefits of strength training beyond its impact on body weight. Drawing from my own experiences, I delve into the nuanced aspects of physical and mental well-being that are often missed in the pursuit of weight loss. Throughout the conversation, we'll navigate the misconceptions surrounding strength training and why it's not just about getting bulky. Instead, we'll uncover the transformative power of building strength for a balanced and toned physique. As we explore the journey beyond weight, I touch on the metabolic advantages of strength training and its surprising psychological impacts. This isn't just a discussion about fitness; it's a reflection on the holistic approach to well-being. This episode goes beyond the conventional mindset, offering a refreshing perspective on strength training and its impact on overall health. It's not just about losing weight; it's about embracing a lifestyle that prioritizes physical and mental vitality. (1:00) What is healthy? (2:00) Why I wouldn't strength train just to lose weight (3:40) Benefits of strength training  (5:50) Why you won't get bulky (9:00) How you should feel after a workout  (11:30) Weight loss doesn't equal happiness (16:00) Get your mind away from the scale  (22:00) Metabolic benefits of strength training  (24:15) Psycological impacts of sudden weight loss (33:00) Happiness  ------------- Click Here to Purchase the Unposed Unbothered Journal! Save 10% with "alex" from Buffbunny: https://www.buffbunny.com/?rfsn=6261901.6ab300 Save 20% with alex from Legion: https://legionathletics.com/products/workout-supplements/?r=zrxnw&utm_source=bc_alex-allen_zrxnw&utm_campaign=bc Free sample pack with LMNT: http://drinklmnt.com/alexallen Get Notion Pro : https://affiliate.notion.so/8th1ztk5uw3v Tune in to this powerful episode and start embracing the amazing person you've become. Follow Me on Instagram! - https://www.instagram.com/thealexallen/ Follow Me on Tik Tok! - https://www.tiktok.com/@thealexallen? Join the No BS Fitness and Nutrition Made Simple Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/liftswithalex ------------- Follow the Born to Thrive Podcast Instagram Page! - https://www.instagram.com/borntothrivepodcast/ Follow Lifts with Alex Instagram Page for Training, Nutrition, and Life Tips and Content! - https://www.instagram.com/borntothrivepodcast/