Why Women Are Training Wrong: Fix Hormones, Build Strength & Recover Smarter w/ Dr. Andy Galpin Part 1

Ep. 165: How do you define peak performance? Today Dr. Andy Galpin, world renowned human performance scientist, joins us to explore what it means to optimize your body and mind - whether you’re an elite athlete or just starting your health journey. We discuss how to remove performance anchors, the surprising overlap between athlete and non-athlete needs, and why systems and sustainability matter more than perfection. This episode is so packed with insights that we split it into two parts. This episode is so packed with insights that we split it into two parts—don’t miss part one now and stay tuned for part two this Thursday!

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Topics Discussed

• 00:00 Introduction
• 01:06: Welcome
• 03:21: What interests you most about performance and optimization?
• 05:32: Coaching program
• 10:39: Training recommendations for athletes and general population
• 12:30: Goals for their athletes
• 15:23: Can you lose fat, gain muscle without suffering?
• 17:53: No unrealistic expectations 
• 22:17: Cooks and bakers analogy 
• 26:40: Advice for someone starting fitness journey 
• 29:54: Optimal time of day for training?
• 31:36: Schedule for fighters
• 33:01: Training in the evening 
• 35:14: Exercise snacks
• 37:20: Fidgeting 
• 39:00 N.E.A.T (Non-exercise activity thermogenesis)
• 41:30: Figure skater’s training and diet
• 42:34: Equestrian as client 
• 43:56: Advice for women who want muscle, but are afraid of weight training