Uplift Training

23/04/2026

First off, let me say I'm not against cardio as it is an important part of a healthy lifestyle.

HOWEVER, so is strength training.

So...

If you’re doing more and more cardio but seeing fewer results… this is why.

During perimenopause, your body needs a different stimulus.

Strength training provides that stimulus.

The right program can help you:
✔️ build lean muscle
✔️ boost metabolism
✔️ improve energy
✔️ protect your joints and bones

That’s exactly what we focus on inside our small group training at UpLift Training.

Stop guessing. Start training with a plan that actually works.

At UpLift Training in Bend.

21/04/2026

You’re not losing muscle because you’re getting older. You’re losing it because your body needs a different stimulus now.

During perimenopause and menopause, hormonal changes can:
▪️ accelerate muscle loss
▪️ decrease strength
▪️ impact metabolism and energy

But here’s the part most women aren’t told 👇

💪 Your body is still incredibly capable of building muscle.

It just needs:
✔️ Enough resistance (yes… heavier than you think)
✔️ Enough protein (often more than you’re currently eating)

This isn’t about working harder.
It’s about working smarter.

✨ Lift heavy (once you’ve built a solid foundation)
✨ Prioritize protein
✨ Train with intention

Because your body isn’t “too old."
It’s just ready for a new approach.

If you’re a woman in your 40s or 50s and want to feel strong, energized, and confident again—this is your sign to start.

👉 Follow along for more education on training through perimenopause.
👉 Or message me “STRONG” if you want help getting started.

20/04/2026

Pain is complicated.

It isn’t always a signal that something in the body is damaged. In many cases, pain reflects how the nervous system is interpreting stress, movement, and past experiences.

Sometimes pain is influenced by:

• Increased sensitivity in the nervous system
• A body that hasn’t been exposed to load recently
• Poor posture or prolonged sitting positions
• Muscular imbalances or movement compensations
• Fear or hesitation around movement after an injury

When the body avoids movement for long periods, tissues can become deconditioned, joints can feel stiff, and the nervous system may become more protective and reactive. This can make everyday activities feel harder or more painful, even if the tissues themselves are healthy.

One of the most effective ways to reduce pain is gradual, progressive exposure to strength training.

Strength training helps by:

✔ Improving joint stability
✔ Restoring muscle strength and coordination
✔ Increasing the body’s tolerance to load
✔ Rebuilding confidence in movement

Over time, the nervous system begins to recognize that these movements are safe, and the body becomes more resilient.

As your body adapts, confidence grows, strength improves, and everyday movement becomes easier again.

Pain doesn’t always mean you need to stop moving.
Often, it means your body needs the right kind of movement applied progressively and intelligently. 💪





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16/04/2026

Small group training gives you the best of both worlds.

You get the individual attention of personal training and the energy of training with others. 💪

At UpLift Training, small group sessions are intentionally capped at four people so every athlete receives personalized coaching, proper technique guidance, and programming designed specifically for their body and goals.

Our training focuses on:
✔ Functional strength
✔ Post-rehabilitation training
✔ Injury prevention
✔ Perimenopause & menopause support
✔ Sports performance

Led by Rebecca Briggs, M.S., an NSCA Strength & Conditioning Coach and Special Populations Coach, every session is structured, purposeful, and built around helping you move and feel better.

Because training should be effective, supportive, and actually fun.

If you’ve been looking for a training environment that’s personal, professional, and community-driven, small group training might be the perfect fit.

📍 Bend, Oregon
DM us to learn more about current openings.





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14/04/2026

14/04/2026

Feeling more tired than usual?
Not as strong as you used to be?
Noticing changes in your body that don’t feel like you?

This is often the result of muscle loss during perimenopause.

At UpLift Training, we help women with no prior experience rebuild strength safely and effectively.

Our Strength in Perimenopause class is designed to help you:
✔ Build and maintain muscle
✔ Improve bone density
✔ Increase strength and stability
✔ Move better with less discomfort
✔ Feel more like yourself again

You don’t need to “get in shape” first.
You just need the right guidance.

Spots are limited.





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13/04/2026

Back pain is one of the most common physical complaints—but it’s also one of the most preventable.

Many cases of back pain aren’t caused by a single injury. Instead, they develop over time due to muscle weakness, poor movement patterns, limited mobility, or long periods of sitting.

The good news? Strength training is one of the most effective ways to protect your back.

A well-designed program can help:

✔ Strengthen the core and posterior chain
✔ Improve hip mobility and stability
✔ Reinforce proper lifting mechanics
✔ Build resilience to everyday loads

Your spine is designed to move and handle load—but it performs best when the surrounding muscles are strong, coordinated, and conditioned.

Preventing back pain isn’t about avoiding movement.
It’s about building a body that can handle movement well.

Train smart. Move well. Stay strong.

📍 UpLift Training | Bend, Oregon





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