Ep. 198: This week’s mashup brings together powerful insights from Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, Dr. Andy Galpin, and JJ Virgin on one of the most talked-about topics in fitness: creatine for strength training. We’ll unpack why muscle is your most important organ for longevity, clear up the biggest myths holding women back from using creatine, and explore how building strength can transform your body, mind, and confidence. You’ll hear practical strategies for getting started at any age, from first squats to advanced lifting, along with surprising benefits for mood, bone health, and aging powerfully. Tune in for expert advice that will leave you inspired to get stronger and feel unstoppable.

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Topics Discussed

00:08 - Welcome & episode overview

00:58 - Why creatine matters for women (Ep. 133: JJ Virgin)

02:20 - Water retention concerns explained

04:30 - Finding the right creatine dosage

06:15 - Creatine & strength training for pregnancy and healthy aging

08:40 - Encouraging parents to lift weights

12:26 - Beginner strength training progression & foundational exercises

14:30 - Muscle quality vs. muscle size

18:24 - “Muscle mommy” movement & cultural shifts in women’s strength training (Ep. 165: Dr. Andy Galpin)

26:19 - “Strengthspan”, muscle mass benefits & brain health

30:15 - Creatine safety & performance vs. health

34:55 - Debunking bloating concerns for women

38:36 - Creatine for women: cycle, pregnancy & brain health (Ep. 163: Dr. Gabrielle Lyon)

42:30 - When to start & who benefits most from creatine

44:20 - Protein and training as muscle foundations

45:27 - Muscle’s metabolic role & chronic disease prevention

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