Today I’m chatting with Chris Hoepfner, military veteran, certified personal trainer with a master’s in Exercise Physiology and background in Kinesiology, Health & Physical Education.

He’s the GM and Head Coach at Franklin Strength & Wellness and he’s the person I called last October when I was freaking out about starting to strength train.

He’s had an undeniably positive impact on my life so I'm thrilled to have him on the pod and share his tips/energy with you.

If you’re nervous about stepping into a gym, or feel like you have no clue where to start even though you’ve been wanting to try for years…this episode is for you.

We cover:

03:08 Finding the Right Gym Environment for Beginners

06:31 The Benefits of Strength Training for Women

11:31 Dispelling the Fear of Bulking Up

15:25 The Importance of Simplicity in Training and Nutrition

23:34 The Long-Term Journey of Strength Training

33:15 Exploring Protein Sources

37:38 Determining Protein Intake

40:36 Protein's Impact on Muscle Growth and Recovery

46:00 The Journey of Strength Training

51:48 Choosing an Approach to Fitness

58:54 Surrounding Yourself with Good People

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Thanks for listening!

-Britt

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