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Why Strength Training Is the Foundation of Fat Loss comprehensive program consistency effective exercise fat loss fit at any age increased metabolism progress resistance training Jul 22, 2026

When people want to reduce body fat and achieve a leaner physique, their first instinct is often to increase their cardio. They run longer, add more classes, or spend additional time on the treadmill—believing that burning more calories is the fastest path to results.

Cardio can absolutely support ...

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Client of the Month: Nkenge Kirton | Building Strength, Confidence, and Possibility accountability awesome clients comprehensive program confidence consistency fit at any age personal training Jul 15, 2026

One of the best parts of the NorthStar journey is watching clients discover they're capable of more than they ever imagined. Nkenge Kirton is a perfect example of what happens when consistency meets confidence.

 Trusting the Process

Since joining NorthStar, Nkenge has embraced every challenge with...

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Barb Skogen: Strength That Carries Forward fit at any age fit over 40 fit over 50 generational health generational wealth resistancetraining Dec 12, 2025

Barb Skogen is the kind of person whose strength doesn’t announce itself — it’s felt. In conversation, in consistency, and in the way she shows up for the people around her, Barb embodies what it means to live with intention, grace, and quiet determination.

Outside the studio, Barb enjoys reading —...

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