#472: Today we’re having an enlightening conversation with PhD Physiologist and Sports Nutrition Scientist, Dr. Stacy Sims. Stacy reveals crucial insights into women’s health, including the importance of tracking the menstrual cycle and its benefits for optimizing training. She discusses the historical lack of female representation in sports science research, why fasting isn’t the approach to take for a balanced metabolism, the key differences between power and strength and the necessity of proper pre and post-workout fueling. Stacy also highlights the significance of adaptogens and supplements like creatine, omega-3s, and protein, particularly as women age, and explores the role of hormone therapy. This episodes uncovers cutting-edge research and offers practical tips that will transform how you approach your health and performance
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