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The New Science of Women’s Health: Strength, Metabolism & Menopause with Dr Stacy Sims #578


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As we get older, have you ever wondered why the exercise advice we’ve been given doesn’t seem to work as well as it once did? As we move into our 40s and beyond, our physiology changes in ways that can often feel confusing and frustrating. But what if we could harness those changes to feel stronger, healthier and more resilient than ever before?

My guest this week is exercise physiologist and nutritional scientist, Dr Stacy Sims. Stacy is dedicated to helping active women – and the people who support them – take back control of their bodies, health and lives through science-based knowledge and practical tools.

She is the author of two books, including ‘ROAR: How to Match Your Food and Fitness to Your Unique Female Physiology for Optimum Performance, Great Health, and a Strong, Lean Body for Life’ and the creator of her signature course, Women Are Not Small Men, after recognising the lack of research specifically done on women in exercise, nutrition and medicine.

In this conversation, we discuss:

  • Why conventional fitness advice often fails women in midlife, and how we can move beyond outdated recommendations
  • How hormonal changes during perimenopause affect everything from metabolism and muscle strength to mood and sleep
  • The crucial role of resistance training in maintaining bone density, muscle mass and cognitive function as we get older
  • Why high-intensity interval training can boost our metabolism, balance blood sugar and reduce harmful belly fat
  • How the language around “muscle toning” can be unhelpful, and why lifting heavier weights is so important for building real strength and protecting our long-term health
  • Practical ways to start strength training safely, even if you don’t enjoy the gym, and simple strategies for fitting effective movement into a busy week with minimal time
  • How building strength now supports our independence, resilience and vitality, helping us stay active, prevent injuries and feel confident as we age
  • This conversation is an invitation for all of us to rethink what’s possible as we grow older. Stacy’s insights remind us that with the right information and support, we can build strength, confidence and better health at any stage of life.

    And if you find this episode helpful, why not share it with the women in your life – friends, family or colleagues – so they can feel empowered and informed about their bodies, too.

    I hope you enjoy listening.

     

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