Ever sat in the gym parking lot for 10 minutes trying to talk yourself into going inside? You’re not alone, and it doesn’t mean you don’t belong.

Certified personal trainer Emma Hirschi shares her most embarrassing gym moments (yes, the barbell flew), the surprising study that explains why you feel like everyone’s watching, and 8 practical tips for walking into the weight room when you’re scared. Plus, why being new isn’t a problem to fix. It’s just the beginning.

This week’s Strong Girl Challenge: Tell yourself, “I’m willing to be not good at this for as long as necessary.” Then go to the gym scared.

Follow the show so you don’t miss next week’s episode: Your First Week in the Weight Room.

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You do Pilates. You walk. You’re active. So why don’t you feel strong?

There’s a big difference between staying active and actually building strength, and most women don’t find out until much later. Certified personal trainer Emma Hirschi shares what she saw in her beginner strength class, why lifting is a savings account for future you, and how getting stronger changes your bones, your heart, your confidence, and even how you handle heartbreak. Plus, the honest answer to “Can I just do Pilates?”

This week’s Strong Girl Challenge: Strength train one day this week. Pick a few basic movements, try something new, and notice how you feel afterward.

Follow the show so you don’t miss next week’s episode: Why Everyone Feels Awkward at First.

Links

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• Strong & Confident 1:1 coaching (starts December 7)

Count calories. Never count calories. Do cardio. Never do cardio. Exhausted yet? It’s not your fault you feel stuck.

Certified personal trainer Emma Hirschi kicks things off by sharing what it really means to be a Strong Girl: a woman who takes care of her body without being at war with it. You’ll learn the three pillars of strength training, nutrition, and mindset, why fitness should add to your life instead of taking it over, and a simple reminder that you’re exactly where you need to be.

This week’s Strong Girl Challenge: Every time you see 321 this week, remind yourself: “I’m exactly where I need to be.” Snap a pic and tag @emstrengthtraining.

Follow the show so you don’t miss next week’s episode: Can I Just Do Pilates?

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