The Truth About Female Fitness: Science, Strength & Smarter Training
LOKfit was launched with two core goals:
To create a safe, comfortable and empowering environment for women to train, build strength, and grow in confidence.
To introduce a fresh, research-backed approach to women's fitness. Until recently, most exercise science was based on studies conducted on men and mice. After over 15 years in the fitness industry, Lesley recognised the clear need for a training method that considers the unique physiology and hormonal profiles of women.
Here are some of the biggest misconceptions in women’s fitness that, once reframed, can have a major impact on long-term health and wellbeing:
1. Fitness should not be defined by the number on the scale.
Basing success on weight alone often leads to a cycle of restriction and frustration. True progress is better measured by overall wellbeing – feeling energised, strong, and confident. When wellbeing becomes the focus, improved physical appearance follows naturally.
2. Fitness is a lifestyle, not a short-term goal.
Forget the idea of training just to "fit into last year's bikini." Real fitness comes from building habits and strength that support everyday life and future health.
3. "Eat less, exercise more" is an outdated and ineffective approach.
If this advice worked long-term, there wouldn’t be such a prevalence of yo-yo dieting. Restrictive diets may deliver quick results, but they often trigger the body's stress response, storing fat and breaking down valuable muscle.
4. Muscle is key to wellbeing.
Muscle plays a central role in metabolic health, powering bodily functions from movement to breathing. It protects bones, improves mobility, and shapes the body. Muscle mass naturally declines from age 30, and this decline accelerates during peri- and menopause, making strength training essential.
5. More exercise doesn’t mean better results.
Training should never be about burning calories. Over-exercising can increase cortisol (the stress hormone), which inhibits fat burning and leaves the body feeling depleted. Structured, intentional training is far more effective than overdoing it.
So what does work?
Eating more nutrient-dense food, especially protein – many women don’t consume nearly enough.
Timing meals strategically (and no, fasting isn’t the silver bullet).
Training with a focus on quality over quantity.
Making resistance training a consistent part of life – it's never too late to start.
The bottom line: strength training is essential for better health, longevity, and body confidence.
It’s time to train smarter, eat better, and feel stronger – for life.
Get in touch now today to start your journey.
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At LOKfit, our mission is clear: we aim to revolutionise fitness for women, aligning it with the latest research and shifting mindsets about training. Fitness is more than a goal; it’s a lifestyle, and it’s about preparing for and mastering mid-life. We provide a blueprint for women to understand their bodies and future-proof their health.
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