Your Coach is Lying | The Calisthenics Podcast For Women
Ep 6: Gemma's relentless journey to bodyweight strength as a woman in her 40s
09 Jun 2025
From no strength to one arm chin ups. In this episode, I interview Gemma, an OG member of Bodyweight Brigade, who shares her inspiring journey from having no strength background to achieving superwoman strength in calisthenics. Gemma discusses the importance of consistency, mindset, and pushing through challenges, especially as a woman over 40. She emphasizes that anyone can start strength training at any age and that small wins can lead to significant progress. The conversation touches on the unique challenges women face in fitness, the impact of health issues, and the empowering nature of bodyweight training.00:00 Introduction and Background01:31 Gemma's Journey to Strength Training04:36 The Role of Meditation and Yoga07:32 First Chin-Up Experience10:24 Mindset and Determination in Training13:32 Navigating Challenges and Setbacks16:37 2023: A Year of Struggles and Resilience25:25 Overcoming Health Challenges Through Training27:56 The Mindset of Persistence30:31 Strength and Progression in Your 40s34:21 Discipline vs. Motivation37:23 Current Training Regimen and Goals41:33 Pushing Through Pain and Sensation45:17 Empowering Women in Strength Training48:00 The Importance of Strength Training for Women51:02 Building Confidence Through Small Wins53:02 Exploring Hand Balancing Skills
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