If you love running but feel exhausted, inflamed, or stuck in a cycle of overtraining and burnout — this episode is for you.

In this conversation, Samantha sits down with Dr. Haley Parker of VUIM Clinic to talk about women’s hormones, stress, cortisol, nutrition, and why pushing harder is not always the answer.

They discuss:

• How overtraining impacts cortisol and fat storage
• Why rest is critical for female athletes
• The hormonal effects of under-fueling
• How menstrual cycles influence energy and recovery
• What acupuncture and cupping actually do for the nervous system
• How Eastern medicine blends with modern healthcare
• The difference between symptom care and root healing

Whether you’re training for a marathon, navigating midlife hormonal shifts, or simply trying to feel better in your body, this episode reframes what strength and longevity really mean.

Your body is not working against you. It’s communicating with you.

Guest Information

Dr. Haley Parker
VUIM Clinic
Website: https://vuimclinic.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vuimclinic

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Episode Highlights

• Why high-performing women often overproduce cortisol
• The stress + HIIT trap
• Hormones, fat burn, and recovery science
• Why ancient medicine viewed menstruation as sacred rest
• What your tongue can reveal about your health
• Acupuncture for injury recovery
• How to age well while staying active