When it comes to fitness advice, there's a lot of noise—and even more bad takes—about how men and women should train, eat, and recover. In this episode, we break down the real, research-backed differences between male and female physiology that actually matter when it comes to lifting, dieting, and making progress in the gym.

We unpack things like:

• How hormones like estrogen and testosterone impact recovery and muscle growth

• Whether women really “should” lift lighter weights

• Why men might benefit from more rest—but women might thrive on higher volume

• How to actually adjust your training during your menstrual cycle

• What women with PCOS should focus on when it comes to diet

• And why “train like a man, look like a goddess” isn’t as far off as it sounds

Whether you're looking to optimize your workouts, understand your body better, or just cut through the BS, this one's for you.

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Timestamps:

(02:30) What we're talking about today

(07:30) Potential to build muscle

(24:00) How to change your workouts

(30:56) Cycle Syncing

(35:17) Nutritional Differences