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#310: How to Build Strength at Any Size with Melody Schoenfeld

The FIT40 Podcast
The FIT40 Podcast
Episode • Jun 2 • 34m

In this episode of the FIT40 Podcast, I sit down with Melody Schoenfeld—record-holding powerlifter, strongwoman, author, and vegan metal singer—to explore what it really takes to build lasting strength. We dive into the difference between absolute and relative strength, why women should lift heavier, how to train around pain instead of through it, and the lifestyle habits that keep you lifting strong for decades. This is a must-listen for anyone serious about training smart, aging well, and staying resilient for the long haul.

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