# If the Scale Goes Up When Strength Training Here’s Why (and How to Fix It for Lean Muscle for Women)

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Podcast: [The Holly Perkins Health Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-holly-perkins-health-podcast-6667591)
Published: 2026-01-06T05:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Have you ever wondered why the scale doesn’t always reflect your hard work in the gym? In this episode of The Holly Perkins Health Podcast, I dive deep into the transformative power of strength training, especially for women over 40. It's time to embrace the journey of building lean muscle for women, which not only enhances body composition but also empowers us to feel stronger and more confident in our own skin. I understand that many women experience weight fluctuations when starting a strength training program, and I’m here to reassure you that initial weight gain is often a normal part of the process.

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