BEST Strength Training Routine for Women Over 40 (+ Free Workout Plan!)

It's a weekly women's strength training plan that will make you feel better and get fitter as fast as possible. Women lose muscle mass at an average of up to 1% per year over age 40 which can slow your metabolism and make weight loss much more difficult than it needs to be if you don't incorporate strength training over 40.

Whether you're new to fitness or fully experienced, these workouts for women over 40 will help you get healthier and feel more confident with targeted strength training exercises designed to improve health, strength and fat loss fast - without even leaving your home!

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Hi I’m JJ, welcome to my channel! If you’re looking to lose weight, boost energy and look and feel fit over 40, you’re in the right place. Here you’ll find the healthy recipes, nutrition education and the important information you need to achieve healthy weight loss that stays off.

I’m a triple-board certified health expert, Fitness Hall of Famer & 4x New York Times best-selling author. My team and I help people over 40 lose the weight and keep it off, so they look and feel better than ever.

I've discovered that by finding your food intolerances and working out a whole lot less, you can create a healthy lifestyle customized to your personal body chemistry and needs.

On this channel me and my team of world class diet, nutrition and wellness experts give you the information and tools you need to achieve healthy weight loss. Healthy recipes that taste great, fitness routines that work for beginners and gym bunnies alike, and simplified nutrition information based on science and not the latest fad diet.

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[annacrider]

I’m 63 and do simple free weight exercises, squats, kettle ball, thigh master, butt master, mini trampoline (lymphatic drainage), stretching & walking. Every day or every other day and keep it short and sweet. I eat a properly prepared nutrient dense whole food diet which definitely includes grass fed/grass finished meat.
Protein protein protein and micro broccoli, arugula & cilantro, berries and as many different fermented foods as possible. Intermittent fasting is key with no snacking. I stop eating for the day any where between 4-6pm. Sleep and positive self talk is key. Everyone has their own routine that works best for them.
Be happy and healthy.
Life is precious. ❤

[inspiredanomaly]

I’ve been trying to get muscle back for years… now 71 and am still working at it. I do know I have needed more protein, so have been ramping that up. But I don’t have money for all the hormones, 80 million supplements, etc. but I am flexible, and I do work out. So I will continue…

[JackieOlantern]

It’s never go late to start BUT… young people, especially women, start working out NOW and NEVER STOP. I started lighting weights regularly in college, lifted throughout my pregnancy’s and still lift 5 days a week at 55. It’s the best thing you can do for yourself! 🤩

[margrose]

I’m 73 and have been regularly working out with Sydney Cummings on her YouTube channel which was a blessing g when Covid closed the gyms. 😡
This reinforces her workouts and advice and adds some extra information. Good reminders! I’m stronger at 73 than I’ve ever been!

[novanorman]

Thanks for this! I am 72, joined gym a month ago - just want to “live” while I’m alive! I know nothing! This was triggered when I could NOT get out of the “low” chair at the beach…. 😩. The demo is so helpful.

[desireeohrbeck]

Brand new here. I am 49 - and on spring break. Bikini pictures did it: I am going home and joining a gym. Never had to do anything to look toned and slim, that has definitely changed. Excited and scared for this new chapter. I want results w minimum effort so I can live my busy life looking fabulous and being healthy.

[sl]

I like using a DVD. I use the following: Cathe Friedrich Slow and Heavy, The Firm Full Body Sculpt, The Firm Ab Sculpt, and some older ones that are really good, Kathy Smith Instant Workout, 29 Minute Beginners Workout

[jamiepatton]

This is so valuable ❤ thank you. Im 45, started consistently training 2 months ago. It takes a long time of consistency and time to see changes but it's happening. Its not a quick return, thats for sure. Stick with it ladies!!

[audreyhester]

Found you on YouTube in October 2023, J.J. I love how you teach, explain the exercises for mature women. I have been exercising for one year now, I like resistance Bands and hand weights.

[dianecaird]

JJ, THANK YOU !! This is the BEST strength video I've ever seen ! LOVE the details, the "why", the correct form instruction is invaluable. THANK YOU ! You've always been my "go-to" in the over-crowded world of fitness.

[janvoght]

Thanks so much, just what I was looking for. Been following you for 17 years now and your workout will help me at age 68, build strength and get my core back! I’m starting today💯♥️🙌🏻

[edseventyeight]

I've watched so many strength training videos and have liked several, but I love your's. You give an intro but then get right to the exercises and keep on going while explaining them. I love that! I don't want to take a three minute break between each exercise while someone explains them and their benefits. Thank you!

[AlexaGarcia-bbno]

Its been said many time but one more time wont hurt!
Thank you so much for this in depth explanation/ tutorial. I am 48 in peri-menopause and have alot of physical trauma due to having been run over by a vehicle.
Its difficult alot of days but I am determined not to let this overcome me. Thank you so so much. I am beginning with the modifications today!!!!

[healthconscience]

Great video. I realized that it's a year old that's probably why the download no longer works. New subscriber. Thanks for this down to earth content

[christinedell]

I was one to not workout, in fact, I didn’t like it. In my younger years I was naturally fit and slim and could eat whatever I wanted so I had no motivation to work out. Now at 51, I’ve slowly progressed my workouts for several months, taking it up a notch gradually. I battle long term chronic pain in my glute area and am determined to get past it because I can’t live with that anymore. My left side glutes are slow baby steps and the rest of my body is feeling stronger that I feel lighter (not literally weight lighter) getting up from the floor.

[consuelofunes]

I have been binge your videos, I’ll be 40 and start looking to improve my health following all your advice, and incorporate it, thanks you for sharing all your information, I really need this videos I’m training from home and that absolutely helps me a lot to keep going and motivated 🙏

[ninaantonish]

Thank you so much for this video and workout plan! Im 57, menopausal, lost all my muscle! I really need to Gain weight!

[betterlivingonabudget]

I'm 57, and hit formal menopause at age 55. I didn't notice any major muscle loss until after that, but by mid-40s it seemed I lost muscle tone much more quickly in between periods of working out at higher intensities. It came back quicker too prior to age 55, so we def need to follow your advice, and keep working it out on the daily because it's so much harder to build it back now.

[kgirl]

What a thorough video. Thank you so much. I am 57. I have to confess I do the one arm row exactly how you said NOT to do. Lol! Now I will do them correctly so thank you for that. This video was fantastic. I’m so happy I’ve found your channel and your store. I’m in!!! 👍

[anita-qqiw]

I have osteoporosis, and I was delighted with this video, thanks so much.