Welcome back to another powerful episode of the Nutrition and Life Podcast! Today, our host Lisa sits down with Ryan Jore—a dedicated personal trainer and strength specialist—to unpack the science, myths, and mindset behind efficient strength training, especially for women. Whether you’re just getting started, want to break through training plateaus, or aim for your first unassisted chin-up, this episode is packed with expert advice, real life strategies, and motivating stories guaranteed to inspire your training journey.

Ryan opens up about his own journey from skinny high school football player to experienced coach, navigating eating disorders and career shifts before finding his true passion in helping women grow stronger, more confident, and empowered in and outside the gym. Tune in for candid discussions, actionable tips, and a whole lot of support for anyone ready to get the most out of their workouts—without burning out.

So grab your headphones, get ready to take notes, and let’s jump in!

Timestamp Overview:

• [00:00] - Introduction: Meet Ryan Jore
• [00:20] - Strength Training for Women & Minimal Effective Dose
• [01:06] - Ryan's Story: From Athlete to Coach
• [02:40] - Building Community: Ryan’s Approach to Personal and Online Training
• [05:09] - The Value of In-Person vs. Online Coaching
• [06:34] - How to Train Efficiently (Not Exhaustively)
• [09:19] - Mindset, Progress, and Spotting Plateaus
• [10:55] - Breaking Strength Barriers: The Power of Community
• [12:28] - Chin-Ups & Pull-Ups: Ryan’s Top Tips + Ebook Insights
• [15:36] - Common Mistakes in Strength Training & Injury Prevention
• [17:32] - Warming Up: The Why & How
• [20:54] - Tracking, Adjusting, and Listening to Your Body
• [22:21] - Goal Setting: Hypertrophy vs. Strength
• [25:49] - Programming Splits & Full Body Training Philosophy
• [27:53] - Protein, Nutrition, and The “Fourth Workout”
• [31:12] - Cardio, Finishers, and “Fat Loss Mindset”
• [35:59] - Favorite Exercises: Turkish Get-Ups & Out-of-the-Box Moves
• [37:18] - Where to Find Ryan + Closing Highlights

Follow Ryan Jore:

• Instagram: @ryanjorept https://www.instagram.com/ryanjorept/
• Website & Ebook: https://www.jorestrengthtraining.com/

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