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One of the universal truths of being human is that we’re incredibly good at talking ourselves out of the things we know are good for us. Most of us have heard that strength training is essential for long-term health, longevity, and feeling great in our bodies — yet we still manage to find perfectly logical sounding reasons to avoid it. Every week, we chat with members who tell us why they haven’t stepped onto the gym floor or picked up a weight.
Here are five of the most common reasons people avoid strength training.
Reason #1: “Cardio is better for weight loss than weights.”
Cardio is fantastic for heart health, stress relief, and burning calories — but it doesn’t reshape your metabolism the way strength training does.
Resistance training helps with:
• Burn more calories all day long (even while resting)
• Improve insulin sensitivity and energy levels
• Strengthen joints and posture
• Move better in everyday life
Research shows the best results come from combining strength training + moderate cardio, not cardio alone.
If your goals include fat loss, confidence, and being more physically capable — strength training is non-negotiable.
Reason #2: “I need to know what I’m doing before I start.”
This belief stops more people than anything else.
But here’s the truth: nobody started out knowing what they were doing.
Every confident person on the gym floor once had to learn how to:
• Squat
• Deadlift
• Use machines
• Set up equipment
• Ask for help
Strength training is a skill — and skills are learned by doing. Confidence doesn’t come first; it comes from taking the first step. If you wait until you “feel ready,” you’ll wait forever. Start small, ask questions, and let us guide you.
Reason #3: “I’m too old to start strength training.”
Strength training becomes more important with age — not less. From your 40s onward, your body naturally loses muscle and bone strength unless you train to maintain them.
Starting now can improve:
• Balance and coordination
• Joint strength and stability
• Bone density
• Daily energy
• Metabolism
• Confidence in everyday movement
We see members in their 50s, 60s, and 70s make incredible progress — often faster than they expect. You’re never too old to begin. The best time to start was yesterday. The second-best time is today
Reason #4: “Strength training means lifting heavy weights only.”
Strength training isn’t just barbells and big plates. It’s a wide range of movements and tools that help your body create tension and challenge your muscles safely.
Strength can be built with:
• Bodyweight exercises
• Resistance bands
• Machines
• Dumbbells
• Cables
• Tempo and control
• Isometrics
For beginners, the best entry points are often:
• controlled machine work
• supported bodyweight moves
• light dumbbells
• slower, focused reps
Strength training is about progress, not heaviness. Your body adapts quickly with one small increase at a time.
Reason #5: “It has to hurt or it’s not working.”
It’s easy to see why this myth exists. Gym culture has taught people that pain, extreme soreness, or pushing to the limit equals results. But that couldn’t be further from the truth.
Here’s what matters:
• Pain is a warning sign, not a badge of honour
• Soreness doesn’t measure progress
• You don’t need to “crush yourself” to get stronger
• Consistency beats intensity every time
Good strength training leaves you feeling:
• Challenged
• Capable
• Energised
• Proud
A little next-day tightness is normal — sharp joints, shooting pain, or exhaustion are not.
Smart training always beats painful training.
But if you’re ready to break the cycle, feel stronger, and get more out of your weekly workouts, we’re here to help. We love helping people build a stronger, healthier, more resilient version of themselves — starting exactly where they are.