Lifting, Running and Living with Kelly and JK

49. Can Women Handle More Training Volume Than Men?


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In this episode of Lifting, Running, and Living, Kelly shares updates on her recent lifting progress, including setting new personal records in bench, back squat, and overhead press over a nine-week training cycle. 

Kelly also announces her decision to phase out of coaching to focus on her full-time job. 

JK shares updates on his current morning routine changes and how they impact his productivity.

The duo then dives into a discussion on whether women can handle more training volume than men, covering myths, facts, and scientific studies. They discuss how factors like estrogen, muscle fiber composition, and recovery rates play a role in training volume. 

Finally, they delve into the context of training volume and why it matters.


00:00 Welcome and Episode Kickoff

00:21 Kelly's Training Updates

03:18 Future Training Plans

04:49 Big Announcement: Phasing Out of Coaching

07:47 Savannah Trip Recap

09:42 Switching Airlines: Southwest to United

14:57 TSA Precheck and Travel Experiences

17:30 Wedding Weekend and Morning Routine Changes

27:04 Main Topic Introduction: Training Volume Myths

33:13 Understanding Aerobic Metabolism

33:59 Slow Twitch Muscle Fibers and Endurance Training

34:31 Gender-Specific Training Programs

36:50 Fatigue Resistance in Women

41:38 Recovery Differences Between Genders

49:49 Training Volume and Gender

56:16 Debating Training Programs and Gender Considerations

01:12:17 Concluding Thoughts and Final Remarks


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