A lot of women are tired, busy, and trying to stay healthy. But what if you didn’t need to do everything perfectly to feel good? In this episode, we talk about the key parts of health that matter most. You’ll learn how much sleep your body actually needs, what kind of movement helps you stay strong, how to eat for steady energy, and why your relationships can change your health.

We also talk about real numbers and real habits that work. All you have to do is to learn what truly helps your body stay balanced, strong, and full of energy.

See Kayla's full protocol here: https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.comTech items mentioned: Pulsetto:  https://pulsetto.sjv.io/raOKYy (use code Kayla10 to save!)

Chapters

00:00:44: Introduction of health pillars and minimum effective dosage.

00:01:44: Benefits of sleep and women's unique sleep needs.

00:05:34: Kayla's personal sleep routine and wind-down practices.

00:08:17: Optimal sleep duration and key sleep hygiene tips.

00:13:30: Analysis of sleep metrics like deep and REM sleep.

00:22:14: Hormonal benefits of sleep, specifically cortisol and melatonin.

00:24:22: Introduction to exercise and Kayla's detailed protocol.

00:30:26: Minimum effective dose for exercise, focusing on Zone 2.

00:34:00: Importance of strength training and general fitness goals.

00:38:07: Understanding body composition, fat mass, and bone density.

00:47:37: Nutrition personalization and metabolic health goals.

00:56:18: Social connection as a pillar of longevity.

Guest’s socials + website

Instagram: @saragottfriedmd

Website: https://saraszalmd.com/

Kayla's social + website:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femalelongevity

Twitter: https://x.com/femalelongevity 

Website: https://www.kaylabarnes.com/

Follow Her Female Protocol: https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.com/

Become a Member of Kayla's Female Longevity Membership: https://kayla-barnes-lentz.circle.so/checkout/become-a-member

Dr. Brad Schoenfeld, PhD is one of the world’s leading researchers on muscle hypertrophy (muscle growth). He is a Professor of Exercise Science at Lehman College in New York, where he directs the Human Performance Laboratory. Over his career, he has published more than 300 peer-reviewed articles, book chapters, and textbooks on resistance training, body composition, and nutrition.

He is the author of Science and Development of Muscle Hypertrophy and The Max Muscle Plan, and has received prestigious honors such as the NSCA Young Investigator of the Year and the Dwight D. Eisenhower Fitness Award. Beyond academia, he has been a personal trainer and natural bodybuilding competitor, which allows him to uniquely bridge cutting-edge science with practical application.

Here's what he knows: the fitness industry has been selling you the wrong story. Not maliciously, but confidently. And most people are paying the price without even realizing it.

In this episode, Brad reveals why so many people are working harder than they need to while missing the basics that matter most. We discuss the beliefs keeping women from reaching their potential, the risks that sneak up when you avoid certain types of training, and what actually determines whether you stay strong and independent decades from now. He also tackles the myths around supplements, workout structure, and whether you're doing enough or too much.

If you're ready to stop spinning your wheels and start training smarter, this conversation will show you exactly where to begin.

Chapters:

00:00 - Meet Dr. Schoenfeld & why strength training is vital for health

07:00 - Metabolic health, bone density & preventing osteoporosis

15:00 - Training for strength, hypertrophy & power (and busting myths)

25:00 - Practical routines: how much volume, soreness, and recovery time

34:00 - Glute growth, exercise variety & women’s training differences

45:00 - Protein, fueling & the truth about creatine

Dr. Schoenfeld’s Social + Website

Website:

https://www.lookgreatnaked.com/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/bradschoenfeldphd/

Kayla's Social + Website

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femalelongevity

Twitter: https://x.com/femalelongevity

Website: https://www.kaylabarnes.com

Follow Her Female Protocol: https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.com

For years, women have been told that birth control or IVF are the only solutions to reproductive issues. Dr. Naomi Whitaker knows that’s not the full story. Through Restorative Reproductive Medicine, she helps women identify the deeper health imbalances that fuel infertility, endometriosis, PCOS, and hormones, and shows how healing the body’s natural rhythms can change everything. 

In this episode, Dr. Whitaker reveals why standard lab ranges are often misleading, how cycle charting can act like a “health report card,” and why bioidentical hormone support is a game changer for energy, mood, and long-term vitality. She also shares her perspective on endometriosis surgery, PCOS subtypes, and the future of reproductive care. If you are tired of one size fits all advice and want science based, patient focused solutions that aim to fix root causes, this conversation gives straightforward clarity and practical next steps.

Chapters:

00:05:22 - Introduction to Restorative Reproductive Medicine

00:08:14 - The evolution of medicine and limitations of traditional research

00:17:24 - Core principles of Restorative Reproductive Medicine (RRM)

00:19:36 - Challenging the concept of "incessant ovulation" as a cancer risk

00:25:27 - Importance of thorough patient intake and cycle charting in RRM

00:33:19 - Practical tips for Creighton Model cycle charting

00:45:27 - The role and importance of bioidentical progesterone in women's health

00:59:05 - Reversing high FSH with DHEA for ovarian longevity

01:10:27 - Comprehensive insulin resistance testing and management strategies

01:43:22 - Surgical options and novel treatments for PCOS

01:55:53 - Adhesion prevention and delicate surgical techniques in pelvic reconstruction

02:19:57 - Understanding endometriosis in Detail

Guest’s socials + website

Instagram: @napro_fertility_surgeon

Website: https://bio.site/napro_fertility_surgeon 

Kayla's social + website:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femalelongevity

Twitter: https://x.com/femalelongevity 

Website: https://www.kaylabarnes.com/

Follow Her Female Protocol: https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.com/

Become a Member of Kayla's Female Longevity Membership: https://kayla-barnes-lentz.circle.so/checkout/become-a-member

Today I’m joined by Dr. Lara Briden, a naturopathic doctor, best-selling author, and internationally recognized expert in women’s hormones for a wide-ranging conversation on cycle health and why ovulation is a vital sign of wellbeing.

We talked about how monthly ovulation creates hormones that support bones, metabolism, and brain function, and what happens when that rhythm is disrupted by stress, restrictive eating, or birth control. Dr. Briden explains why natural estradiol and progesterone are so protective, how they differ from synthetic hormones, and what that means for both younger women and women approaching perimenopause.

She also shares her perspective on missing periods, hypothalamic amenorrhea, and the four functional types of PCOS, along with the growing role of insulin resistance in hormone imbalance. We talk about how to track ovulation, what lab markers to look for, and why restoring cycles is one of the most powerful steps for long-term health.

Chapters

00:49 - Ovulation as a vital sign of female health

02:57 - Impact of hormonal birth control on ovulation and hormones

07:51 - Benefits of natural estrogen and progesterone

09:47 - Perimenopause and importance of hormones in young women

11:49 - Benefits of estradiol and progesterone

17:37 - Dysregulated or missing periods

19:50 - Anovulatory cycles and tracking ovulation

22:50 - Lag time for menstrual cycle disruption and recovery

26:50 - Differentiating between hypothalamic amenorrhea and PCOS

31:18 - Four different types of PCOS

36:25 - Lab markers for insulin resistance

58:53 - Recommendations for managing insulin-resistant PCOS

Dr. Briden socials + website

Website: ⁠https://www.larabriden.com/about/⁠ 

Instagram: ⁠@larabriden⁠

Kayla's social + website:

Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/⁠

TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@femalelongevity⁠

Twitter: ⁠https://x.com/femalelongevity⁠ 

Website: ⁠https://www.kaylabarnes.com/⁠

Follow Her Female Protocol: ⁠https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.com/⁠

Become a Member of Kayla's Female Longevity Membership: ⁠https://kayla-barnes-lentz.circle.so/checkout/become-a-member⁠

Join us in this insightful episode as we sit down with Dr. Ja-Nae Duane, a behavioral scientist, futurist, and bestselling author. We delve into the intersection of exponential technology, human systems, and the future of health. Discover how Dr. Duane's journey from opera singer to futurist informs her mission to improve life for a billion people.

Chapters:

1. Introduction to Dr. Janaye Duane (0:00 - 2:30)

   • Overview of Dr. Duane's background and mission.

2. From Opera Singer to Futurist (2:31 - 10:00)

   • Dr. Duane shares her career journey and the transition to futurism.

3. The Impact of COVID-19 (10:01 - 18:00)

   • Discussion on how the pandemic has shifted scenario planning and work dynamics.

4. Biohacking and Longevity (18:01 - 30:00)

   • Exploring future trends in biohacking and longevity medicine.

5. Ethical Considerations in AI (30:01 - 40:00)

   • Delving into the ethical implications of AI in healthcare.

6. Practical Tools for Growth (40:01 - 50:00)

   • Exercises and tools for personal and professional development.

7. Conclusion and Future Outlook (50:01 - End)

   • Final thoughts and the importance of ongoing conversations about health and technology.

Brigid Titgemeier, a functional medicine dietitian and founder of Being Brigid Nutrition, has seen countless women walk into her clinic exhausted, bloated, and frustrated despite eating all the right foods. She knows that feeling firsthand, too. Instead of blaming willpower or cutting out everything you love, Brigid discovered how simple, personalized nutrition changes could completely shift energy, hormones, and mood.

In this episode, she shares why common advice like “just eat clean” or “go low-carb” often backfires, and what really moves the needle when it comes to gut health, hormone balance, and long-term vitality. We also talked about the hype around weight-loss drugs, overlooked biomarkers that reveal hidden stress in the body, and why your microbiome might hold the biggest key to feeling better.

If you’ve ever wondered why eating healthy doesn’t always feel healthy, this conversation will give you the clarity and hope you’ve been missing.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:02:59 - Introduction of Brigid Tegemeier

00:05:08 - The three biggest nutrition myths.

00:05:56 - Myth 1: Just eating a variety of whole foods is enough for improving overall health.

00:07:04 - Myth 2: A low carb lifestyle works well for every single person.

00:07:32 - Myth 3: The obsession with protein is always beneficial.

00:08:24 - Why individuals might not see results even if they're doing everything for their health.

00:15:09 - How long it should take to see results 

00:18:15 - GLP1 medications for weight loss.

00:22:59 - Establishing a good baseline for diet, focusing on fiber diversity and prebiotic sources.

00:29:36 - Recommendations for protein intake for women.

00:30:35 - Carbohydrate intake and its impact on female hormones and stress response.

01:09:54 - Seed oils and the balance of Omega 6s to Omega 3s.

Guest’s socials + website

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brigid-titgemeier-b437574b 

Website: https://beingbrigid.com/ 

Instagram: @beingbrigid

Kayla's social + website:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femalelongevity

Twitter: https://x.com/femalelongevity 

Website: https://www.kaylabarnes.com/

Follow Her Female Protocol: https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.com/

Become a Member of Kayla's Female Longevity Membership: https://kayla-barnes-lentz.circle.so/checkout/become-a-member

Brigid Titgemeier, a functional medicine dietitian and founder of Being Brigid Nutrition, has seen countless women walk into her clinic exhausted, bloated, and frustrated despite eating all the right foods. She knows that feeling firsthand, too. Instead of blaming willpower or cutting out everything you love, Brigid discovered how simple, personalized nutrition changes could completely shift energy, hormones, and mood.

In this episode, she shares why common advice like “just eat clean” or “go low-carb” often backfires, and what really moves the needle when it comes to gut health, hormone balance, and long-term vitality. We also talked about the hype around weight-loss drugs, overlooked biomarkers that reveal hidden stress in the body, and why your microbiome might hold the biggest key to feeling better.

If you’ve ever wondered why eating healthy doesn’t always feel healthy, this conversation will give you the clarity and hope you’ve been missing.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

00:02:59 - Introduction of Brigid Tegemeier

00:05:08 - The three biggest nutrition myths.

00:05:56 - Myth 1: Just eating a variety of whole foods is enough for improving overall health.

00:07:04 - Myth 2: A low carb lifestyle works well for every single person.

00:07:32 - Myth 3: The obsession with protein is always beneficial.

00:08:24 - Why individuals might not see results even if they're doing everything for their health.

00:15:09 - How long it should take to see results 

00:18:15 - GLP1 medications for weight loss.

00:22:59 - Establishing a good baseline for diet, focusing on fiber diversity and prebiotic sources.

00:29:36 - Recommendations for protein intake for women.

00:30:35 - Carbohydrate intake and its impact on female hormones and stress response.

01:09:54 - Seed oils and the balance of Omega 6s to Omega 3s.

Guest’s socials + website

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brigid-titgemeier-b437574b 

Website: https://beingbrigid.com/ 

Instagram: @beingbrigid

Kayla's social + website:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femalelongevity

Twitter: https://x.com/femalelongevity 

Website: https://www.kaylabarnes.com/

Follow Her Female Protocol: https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.com/

Become a Member of Kayla's Female Longevity Membership: https://kayla-barnes-lentz.circle.so/checkout/become-a-member

What if aging wasn’t just something that happens to us, but something science could actually slow down? That’s the question at the heart of today’s conversation with Dr. Matt Kaeberlein, who’s a leading scientist and longevity researcher at the University of Washington.

Dr. Kaeberlein has spent decades decoding the biology of aging, from cellular mechanisms to practical strategies that could extend not just how long we live, but how well we live. In this episode, we talked about surprising connections between aging and brain health, and looked into the research around lithium and Alzheimer’s to see what the latest science is telling us about extending healthspan.

It is an informative discussion on whether aging itself can be slowed or reversed. If you’re curious about how close we really are to changing the rules of aging, this could be worth a watch.

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction & The Biology of Aging Across Species

10:57 – The Struggles of Change, GLP-1 Drugs & The Power of Sleep

14:33 – The Hallmarks of Aging

21:52 – Funding Issues

23:22 – The Truth About Anti-Aging Drugs

27:22 – Biological Age Testing 

48:23 – Biomarkers, Advanced Testing & The Limits of Diagnostics

01:02:50 – Micronutrient Testing and Supplements

01:07:11 –  NAD, Smarter Longevity Choices

01:18:05 –  Lithium’s Secret Role in Aging and Memory Loss

01:27:00 – Foundations of Longevity

01:57:37 - Ovarian Aging

02:01:02 – Closing Thoughts & Where to Find the Guest 

Guest’s socials + website:

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@optispan

X: https://x.com/mkaeberlein?lang=en

Website: https://www.optispan.life/ 

Kayla's social + website:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femalelongevity

Twitter: https://x.com/femalelongevity 

Website: https://www.kaylabarnes.com/

Follow Her Female Protocol: https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.com/

Become a Member of Kayla's Female Longevity Membership: https://kayla-barnes-lentz.circle.so/checkout/become-a-member

What if aging wasn’t just something that happens to us, but something science could actually slow down? That’s the question at the heart of today’s conversation with Dr. Matt Kaeberlein, who’s a leading scientist and longevity researcher at the University of Washington.

Dr. Kaeberlein has spent decades decoding the biology of aging, from cellular mechanisms to practical strategies that could extend not just how long we live, but how well we live. In this episode, we talked about surprising connections between aging and brain health, and looked into the research around lithium and Alzheimer’s to see what the latest science is telling us about extending healthspan.

It is an informative discussion on whether aging itself can be slowed or reversed. If you’re curious about how close we really are to changing the rules of aging, this could be worth a watch.

Chapters

00:00 – Introduction & The Biology of Aging Across Species

10:57 – The Struggles of Change, GLP-1 Drugs & The Power of Sleep

14:33 – The Hallmarks of Aging

21:52 – Funding Issues

23:22 – The Truth About Anti-Aging Drugs

27:22 – Biological Age Testing 

48:23 – Biomarkers, Advanced Testing & The Limits of Diagnostics

01:02:50 – Micronutrient Testing and Supplements

01:07:11 –  NAD, Smarter Longevity Choices

01:18:05 –  Lithium’s Secret Role in Aging and Memory Loss

01:27:00 – Foundations of Longevity

01:57:37 - Ovarian Aging

02:01:02 – Closing Thoughts & Where to Find the Guest 

Guest’s socials + website

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@optispan

X: https://x.com/mkaeberlein?lang=en

Website: https://www.optispan.life/ 
Kayla's social + website:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femalelongevity

Twitter: https://x.com/femalelongevity 

Website: https://www.kaylabarnes.com/

Follow Her Female Protocol: https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.com/

Become a Member of Kayla's Female Longevity Membership: https://kayla-barnes-lentz.circle.so/checkout/become-a-member

Join us in this powerful episode as we sit down with Dr. Natalie Crawford, a double board-certified OB/GYN and reproductive endocrinologist. We explore her personal journey with recurrent pregnancy loss, the rising rates of infertility, and the impact of inflammation, toxins, and lifestyle on reproductive health. Discover how Dr. Crawford is reshaping fertility care and empowering women to understand their bodies, advocate for their health, and make informed choices about their future.

Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction

02:15 – Dr. Crawford’s personal fertility journey & miscarriages

07:07 – Discovering inflammation, toxins & celiac connection

09:56 – Rising infertility rates & sperm count decline12:18 – Cycle tracking, wearables & hormone testing

15:11 – AMH testing & why it’s controversial

20:14 – Fertility testing, anatomy & semen analysis

26:26 – Patient stories & whole-body fertility approach

34:17 – Environmental toxins & endocrine disruptors

40:09 – Egg quality, biological age & lifestyle factors

46:28 – Advanced strategies: red light therapy, IVF testing, add-ons

56:00 – Birth control myths & fertility impact

01:04:09 – Menopause, genetics & shifting timelines

01:12:01 – Fertility myths & misconceptions

01:16:07 – Prenatal vitamins, folate vs. methylfolate debate

01:21:18 – PCOS explained & why diagnosis matters

01:28:36 – Closing thoughts, book & where to find Dr. Crawford

*Dr. Natalie Crawford's Socials:*YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NatalieCrawfordMD/videosIG: https://www.instagram.com/nataliecrawfordmdTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCRZamIB-DWuVPJuc0bKhwzg Website: https://www.nataliecrawfordmd.com/X: https://x.com/ncrawfordmd?lang=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/nataliecrawfordmd/Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/as-a-woman/id1449553339*Kayla's social + website:*Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femalelongevityTwitter: https://x.com/femalelongevityWebsite: https://www.kaylabarnes.comFollow Her Female Protocol: https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.comBecome a Member of Kayla's Female Longevity Membership: https://kayla-barnes-lentz.circle.so/..