Fitness Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All: Menopause, Metabolism & Training Science with Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan

(00:00:00) Fitness Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All: Menopause, Metabolism & Training Science with Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan
(00:07:17) How does science come into play?
(00:10:33) It's not one size fits all and here's why
(00:30:06) Women and creatine
(00:42:10) Supplements to help with brain fog

In this refreshingly honest and research-backed episode, Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan returns to The Body Pod to cut through the noise around women’s fitness, menopause, and metabolism. From fasted vs. fed workouts to creatine for women, metabolic flexibility, and the role of cardio vs. strength training, this episode delivers science-based clarity and practical advice for women navigating midlife health and fitness.

You’ll learn how to:

• Train smarter—not harder—through hormonal changes
• Optimize fat loss and body composition with science
• Build strength and energy in your 40s, 50s, and beyond
• Use creatine and strength training to support longevity
• Improve performance through personalized nutrition

Whether you're a coach, a seasoned lifter, or just starting your fitness journey, this episode empowers you to trust your body, train with confidence, and adapt with science.

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