Well with Arielle Lorre 423: Reverse Dieting, Protein & the Truth About Training with Sal Di Stefano
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Nov 19, 2025 
Sal Di Stefano, a fitness expert and co-host of the Mind Pump podcast, shares his insights on sustainable strength training. He discusses how women are embracing strength for longevity and confidence while debunking quick-fix fitness myths. Sal emphasizes that two workouts a week can yield significant results and highlights the importance of proper nutrition, especially protein intake. He covers the pitfalls of obsession in fitness, promoting grace instead of shame, and suggests practical tips like post-meal walks to improve health.
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Strength Training Reframes Fitness
- Strength training shifts focus from aesthetic punishment to lasting health and empowerment.
- Sal says building strength makes you eat appropriately and fosters body positivity and longevity.
Daughter Illustrates Cultural Shift
- Sal shares his 16-year-old daughter's interest in getting stronger as evidence of cultural change.
- He notes younger women now embrace strength training due to social media influence.
Use Grace, Not Shame, To Reset
- When you stumble, give yourself grace and restart without shame.
- Sal warns that shame-driven negative motivation works short-term but ruins long-term progress.
