Summary:   If you’re over 40 and all about cardio instead of strength training, we need to talk! In this episode, we’re diving into why going overboard on cardio could be slowing down your strength gains—and how to find a better balance. You really can have the best of both! I’ll also share some fun alternative exercises to help you keep your cardio in check while staying focused on building strength. And don’t miss the end, where I’ll drop a surprising fact about cardio that most people have no clue about!   Key Takeaways:   (03:53) - Too much cardio can hamper your results when strength training (07:59) - Alternative exercises you can do when focusing on strength training but still want to get your cardio in (11:19) - Struggling to keep up with your appetite? This is why!  (12:56) - How to incorporate both cardio and weight lifting into your workouts (16:39) - Where to put your cardio sessions if you want to include it with your strength training (18:20) - Nutrition hacks to fuel your body between workouts  (19:56) - #1 Fact for building & maintaining your muscles (20:52) - Essential tips to kickstart your heart health journey (25:31) - What most people don’t realize when adding cardio to their workouts   Resources Mentioned:   Work that Booty, Bestie: Glute Goddess: FREE 7-Day Challenge    Connect with Diane:   Website: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro  Join the Boss Bitch Besties Fitness Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/dianefloresifbbpro    Freebies:   Plateau-Buster Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/plateau-buster-guide  Protein Snack List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/protein-snack-guide  Sleep Hacks: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/sleep-like-a-queen  Full Body Training Program: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/full-body-gym-program  5 Easy Tips to Stay Motivated: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/5-easy-tips-to-stay-motivated  Fit Girl Gift Guide: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/fit-girl-gift-guide  My Favorite Supplements: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/myfavoritesupplements  Show Day Packing List: https://www.bossbitchradio.com/show-day-packing-list    Work with Diane:   Glute Goddess: FREE 7-Day Challenge The Goddess Body Project: 12-Week Transformation   Fuel Your Body with the Goods:   Try Meal Prep Delivery with FitKitchen Code: Diane10  Try this Energy Shot from Magic Mind - Code: BBRadio Fave Boss Bitch Protein Bars - Built Bars *Use Promo Code: “Diane” at check out Cured Nutrition Code: BossBitch saves 20% off first order Nutrishop Supplement Shop - Code: BossBitch (free shipping)   Dress Up & Show Up Like a Boss Bitch:   For 15% off your purchase at Toxic Angels Bikinis use Code: Diane  Get $10 off Bombshell Sports Wear HERE For 15% off at Pseudo Force Studio Apparel, use Code: BossBitch Salty Savage Fitness Apparel Code: AmandaGlitters