The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show

Dr. Gabrielle Lyon
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The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show promotes a healthy world, and in order to have a healthy world, we must have transparent conversations. This show is dedicated to such conversations as the listener; your education, understanding, strength, and health are the primary focus. The goal of this show is to provide you with a framework for navigating the health and wellness space and, most importantly, being the champion of your own life. Guests include highly trustworthy professionals that bring both the art and science of wellness aspects that are both physical and mental. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a Washington University fellowship-trained physician who serves the innovators, mavericks, and leaders in their fields, as well as working closely with the Special Operations Military. She is the founder of the Institute of Muscle-Centric Medicine® and serves patients worldwide.

  1. 1H AGO

    Hormone Replacement Therapy, What Every Woman Needs to Know in 2026 | Dr. Heather Hirsch

    I’m joined by Dr. Heather Hirsch to debunk the persistent myths surrounding hormone replacement therapy and explain why the 2002 Women’s Health Initiative data was so widely misinterpreted. We discuss how optimized estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone levels can protect your heart, bones, and brain health, helping you move past "normalized suffering" and into a proactive state of longevity. Whether you are in perimenopause or well past the ten-year window, you'll learn how to navigate personalized dosing and clinical data to reclaim your vitality and extend your health span. Want ad-free episodes? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://bit.ly/4u5VSRe Listen to “Women’s Health by Heather Hirsch, MD” on all your favorite platforms! Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4l86Mlw Spotify: https://bit.ly/4cpmiHu Get Dr. Heather Hirsch’s book, “The Perimenopause Survival Guide” here: https://bit.ly/4r2yXUd 📱Connect with Dr. Heather Hirsch: Website: https://bit.ly/4smy4qJ YouTube: https://bit.ly/3NdevSH Instagram: https://bit.ly/4sfj11P TikTok: https://bit.ly/46v6Y8s Facebook: https://bit.ly/3OLI4LA X.com: https://bit.ly/3MY4Cbm LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/4u6rjeb 🙌Thank you to our sponsors: 💪Bodyhealth - Use the code “LYON20” to get 20% off your first order! https://bit.ly/4r2ImeF 🍳Our Place - Use code “DRLYON” for 10% of sitewide. https://bit.ly/4r77SiU 😁Manukora - save 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts. https://bit.ly/4sglER1 📺Watch the “Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show” every Tuesday at 9AM EST: YouTube: https://bit.ly/4boCFC3 Spotify: https://bit.ly/4cWTbLG 📱Connect with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon: Instagram: https://bit.ly/4uk9adc TikTok: https://bit.ly/3OFK3kJ X.com: https://bit.ly/4l3YlaX Facebook: https://bit.ly/3MBrJso LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3N1nrdL Website: https://bit.ly/3NdV2kT Books: https://bit.ly/4r6ugZK Newsletter: https://bit.ly/402QCAj ⏰Timestamps: 0:00 Intro of Show 6:00 Hormone Replacement Therapy: Where Are We Now? 11:25 What is Menopausal Hormone Therapy? 13:39 How Safe is Hormone Replacement Therapy? 18:39 Access on the Studies on HRT 23:10 Risks of Hormone Replacement Therapy 27:24 Estrogen Does Not Cause Breast Cancer 31:19 Estrogen and Accelerated Bone Loss 34:51 Preventative Benefits of Estrogen 38:47 Lifespan vs. Health Span 39:22 When to Start Hormone Replacement Therapy? 45:15 Blood Markers 47:26 Progesterone: Effects, Timing, Dosage 52:38 Testosterone: Effects, FDA Approval, Benefits, Risks 1:00:44 Analysing the Numbers 1:04:13 Link of HRT and Cognitive Function 1:09:28 What Are Women Doing Wrong? ‼️Disclaimer: The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions. This episode includes paid sponsorships.

    1h 11m

  2. FEB 24

    Male Fertility and Sperm Health: What Your Sex Drive and Testosterone Really Mean | Dr. Michael Eisenberg

    Male fertility is declining, and most men have no idea why. In this episode of The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon sits down with Dr. Michael Eisenberg, Director of Male Reproductive Health at Stanford University and Chief Medical Advisor of SwimClub, to break down what truly determines sperm health and reproductive success. They discuss: How metformin, GLP-1 medications, testosterone therapy, and anabolic steroids affect male fertilityWhy sperm count is a powerful biomarker for long-term health and longevityThe role of sleep, muscle mass, exercise, diet, marijuana, and environmental toxins like microplasticsWhether platelet-rich plasma, or PRP, can help severe male infertilityDaily habits that quietly reduce a couple’s chances of conceiving If you care about fertility, hormones, metabolic health, or the future of men’s health, this conversation is essential. Want ad-free episodes? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://foreverstrong.supercast.com Thank you to our sponsors: BodyHealth - Get 20% off your first order with code LYON20 https://www.bodyhealthaffiliates.com/73L4QL3/7XDN2/Carol Bike - Visit https://carolbike.com/ and use code LYON for $100 off your CAROL BikeOneSkin - Get 15% off at https://www.oneskin.co/ with code DRLYON Find Dr. Michael Eisenberg at: Eisenberg Lab: https://med.stanford.edu/eisenberglab.htmlLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-eisenberg-9230a429X: https://x.com/DrMEisenberg Find Dr. Gabrielle Lyon at: Instagram:@drgabriellelyonTikTok: @drgabriellelyonFacebook: facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonYouTube: youtube.com/@DrGabrielleLyonX (Twitter): x.com/drgabriellelyonApply to become a patient – https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Join my weekly newsletter – https://institute-for-muscle-centric-medicine.ck.pageOrder my new book - https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1668085623 Chapters: 00:00 Sex habits, libido, GLP-1s, and what counts as male infertility 01:46 Metformin and male fertility, what the Denmark study found 07:27 How long sperm take to regenerate after meds, illness, or chemo 09:24 GLP-1 medications, weight loss, and semen quality in men 10:52 Testosterone therapy, anabolic steroids, and why sperm shuts down 16:41 Sperm as a vital sign, fertility as a window into long term health 19:14 Microplastics and environmental toxins found in semen 22:21 Paternal age and sperm quality, DNA fragmentation and pregnancy risk 26:03 Supplements and nutrients for sperm quality, what matters and why 30:00 Sex frequency, masturbation, libido, and fertility myths 35:38 Male infertility guidelines and medications that quietly lower fertility 48:41 Semen quality and future disease risk, diabetes, cancer, mortality 54:45 Anabolic agents, sperm banking, and how long frozen sperm lasts 1:04:14 PRP for severe male infertility, azospermia and real outcomes 1:16:41 New frontiers in male fertility, immune profiles, genomics, omics Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships. The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

    1h 19m

  3. FEB 17

    Why You Don’t Believe in Yourself (And How to Fix It) | Dr. Shadé Zahrai

    Want ad-free episodes? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://foreverstrong.supercast.com Self-doubt holds more people back than lack of skill or intelligence. In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon sits down with Dr. Shadé Zahrai to explore the science of confidence, self-trust, and peak performance. They break down why confidence comes after action, how self-image shapes success, and the four psychological drivers that determine whether you thrive or stay stuck. You will learn how body language influences perception, why high performers plan for failure, how perfectionism leads to burnout, and the subtle communication habits that undermine credibility. Most importantly, you will discover how to build what Dr. Zahrai calls Big Trust so you can back yourself before you feel ready. If you struggle with overthinking, imposter thoughts, or feeling capable but not fully confident, this conversation will give you practical tools to change how you show up. CHAPTERS00:00 Confidence science: feeling vs appearing 00:51 The opposite of self-doubt and why confidence comes after action 01:53 Self-trust before confidence 03:03 Nonverbal confidence cues: posture, eye contact, smile, pace 07:30 Body language feedback loop: posture and recall 09:26 Shadé’s PhD on self-doubt under pressure 12:22 What makes people successful: self-image 12:30 Self-image blueprint and why change does not stick 14:29 The Four A’s: Acceptance, Agency, Autonomy, Adaptability 20:26 The self-awareness gap and changing personality traits 22:30 Expectation bias and the scar experiment 25:54 Self-doubt types: signal vs verdict 28:30 Visibility, influence, and the people around you 31:16 Which traits are easiest to change 35:56 Why capable people still stay stuck 40:25 Michael Phelps and visualizing failure recovery 42:30 Stop rumination: stimulus control for worry 47:45 Self-improvement vs perfectionism vs burnout 56:53 The 4 inner deceivers: Judge, Protector, Neglecter, Ringmaster 1:11:22 Peak performance and Big Trust 1:19:19 Communication habits that kill credibility 1:24:18 Stop over-apologizing and reframe emotion 1:29:47 Daily habits to build Big Trust and audit your circle Thank you to our sponsors: Timeline - Get 35% off a Mitopure subscription at https://www.timeline.com/drlyonBodyHealth - Get 20% off your first order with code LYON20 https://www.bodyhealthaffiliates.com/73L4QL3/7XDN2/Four Sigmatic - Go to http://foursigmatic.com/gabrielle for a free bag of their dark roast ground coffee with a subscription (just pay for shipping & handling). Find Dr. Dr. Shadé Zahrai at: IG: https://www.instagram.com/shadezahrai/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/shadezahraiBig Trust by Dr. Shadé Zahrai gives you the tools to quiet self-doubt and step forward with clarity, agency, and confidence. Get your copy here: https://www.amazon.ca/Big-Trust-Self-Doubt-Confidence-Success/dp/0063378159 Find Dr. Gabrielle Lyon at: Instagram: @drgabriellelyonTikTok: @drgabriellelyonFacebook: facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonYouTube: youtube.com/@DrGabrielleLyonX (Twitter): x.com/drgabriellelyonApply to become a patient – https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Order my new book - https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1668085623 Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships. The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

    1h 35m

  4. FEB 10

    How to Eat for Strength, Metabolism, and Longevity

    Want ad-free episodes? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://foreverstrong.supercast.com This episode brings together standout moments from The Forever Strong Experience, packed into one powerful episode. Featuring highlights from: Dr. Mark Hyman – Founder of the Cleveland Clinic Center for Functional Medicine, co-founder and CMO of Function Health, director of The UltraWellness Center, host of The Dr. Hyman Show (300M+ downloads), and 15x New York Times bestselling author, including Young Forever and Food Fix Uncensored.Layne Norton, PhD – Nutritional scientist, 4x USA Powerlifting National Champion and 2024 IPF M1 World Champion (93kg), record-setting deadlifter, coach to 1,700+ clients, and founder of Outwork Nutrition.Michelle Shapiro, RD – Integrative/functional dietitian who helps clients reverse anxiety, heal complex gut and immune issues, and approach weight with compassion. Host of the Quiet the Diet podcast.Alan Aragon, MS – Veteran nutrition researcher, co-author of 30+ peer-reviewed papers (including JISSN’s most-viewed article), ISSN Position Stand lead author, and founder of Alan Aragon’s Research Review and the Fit Advancement Mentorship (FAM). In this mashup, they break down: How to eat for long-term metabolic and muscle healthWhy protein and resistance training are non-negotiables as you ageThe role of stress, mindset, and past experiences in how you eat and feelWhat it really means to be “forever strong” in body and mind Perfect if you’re tired of conflicting nutrition advice and want clear, evidence-based guidance you can actually use. Thank you to our sponsors: Our Place - Visit https://www.fromourplace.com/DRLYON and use code DRLYON for 10% off sitewide. Four Sigmatic - Go to http://foursigmatic.com/gabrielle for a free bag of their dark roast ground coffee (just pay for shipping & handling). Cozy Earth - Go to https://www.cozyearth.com/DRLYON for up to 20% off! Chapters: 00:00:00 The truth about nutrition 00:01:06 Why is it so hard to follow health advice? 00:03:07 What actually holds people back from progress? 00:05:26 When “clean eating” backfires 00:05:57 The nutrition “rule” that does more harm than good 00:06:37 Why medicine got obsessed with BMI and fat 00:08:47 Body composition fundamentals: what to do first 00:10:53 “Rules” for better body composition (practical guidelines) 00:13:20 Do you have to lift heavy to build muscle? 00:16:24 Strength vs hypertrophy: what matters most as you age 00:17:46 Sponsor: Our Place + What if muscle were taught as an organ system? 00:20:14 Is obesity actually the root cause? 00:21:24 Midlife: why “nothing’s working” (what’s really happening) 00:23:21 Is it metabolic change or lifestyle, sleep, and stress? 00:28:40 The most impactful shift for a muscle-centric nutrition plan 00:30:44 Food anxiety: can you scare yourself into being fit? 00:32:41 Digestion and absorption: making a muscle-centric lifestyle work 00:33:42 The truth about nutrition: eat real food, food is medicine, personalize 00:36:23 Sponsor: Four Sigmatic + Biggest myths in training and nutrition 00:44:06 One thing to stop doing immediately 00:45:31 Stress and the nervous system: how it affects digestion 00:46:29 Practical tips for staying consistent under high stress 00:48:09 The danger of sarcopenia (where we’re headed) 00:50:14 Midlife expectations: slower progress, better strategy 00:53:52 The long-term impact of eliminating food groups 00:55:04 Healing vs cutting foods: what to do instead 00:57:15 Sponsor: Cozy Earth + The myth you wish would die 01:01:21 Travel: how to create “safety” and stay fed 01:02:37 The airport backup plan (the “oh no” foods list) 01:04:49 Expected challenges: planning so you don’t act surprised 01:06:03 Boundaries and resistance training: what’s the standard? 01:07:43 Mindset, trauma, and wellness (ACE questionnaire) 01:13:13 Final question: What does “Forever Strong” mean to you? Find Dr. Mark Hyman: https://www.instagram.com/drmarkhyman/ Find Layne Norton: https://www.instagram.com/biolayne/ Find Michelle Shapiro: https://www.instagram.com/michelleshapirord/ Find Alan Aragon https://www.instagram.com/thealanaragon/ Find Dr. Gabrielle Lyon at: Instagram: @drgabriellelyonTikTok: @drgabriellelyonFacebook: facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonYouTube: youtube.com/@DrGabrielleLyonX (Twitter): x.com/drgabriellelyonApply to become a patient – https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Order The Forever Strong PLAYBOOK - https://drgabriellelyon.com/playbook/

    1h 18m

  5. FEB 3

    Protein First: How the New Dietary Guidelines Shift Nutrition

    Want ad-free episodes? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://foreverstrong.supercast.com In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon sits down with Dr. Donald Layman, one of the world’s leading protein researchers and a key contributor to the newly released U.S. Dietary Guidelines. They explore why the old food pyramid failed, how nutrition science became driven by ideology instead of evidence, and what the updated guidelines finally get right about protein, fats, and carbohydrates. Dr. Layman explains why the long-standing protein recommendation of 0.8 g/kg was never intended for optimal health and how higher protein intake supports body composition, metabolic health, and nutrient adequacy. The conversation also dives into controversial topics including saturated fat, carbohydrate tolerance, animal versus plant protein, and the limitations of epidemiology in nutrition research. Gabrielle and Dr. Layman discuss how dietary guidelines shape school lunches, hospitals, and public institutions, and why a protein-first framework empowers individuals to make better nutrition decisions, especially as we age. This episode offers a clear, science-backed roadmap for understanding modern nutrition — cutting through misinformation and outdated dogma to focus on strength, longevity, and real-world application. Thank you to our sponsors: Timeline - Get 35% off a Mitopure subscription at https://www.timeline.com/drlyon Bon Charge - Save 15% at https://boncharge.com/ with code DRLYON Manukora - Go to https://www.MANUKORA.com/DRLYON to save 31% plus $25 worth of free gifts. Chapters: 00:00 Why Dietary Guidelines Exist and Why This Moment Matters 01:20 The Hidden Origins of the Food Pyramid (World War II + Public Health) 02:55 The Original Protein RDA: A Basement Number, Not Optimal Health 05:50 Why the Old Guidelines Focused on What Not to Eat 07:25 Why Protein Was Avoided for Decades 08:50 Nitrogen Balance: Why It Never Predicted Health Outcomes 11:10 Epidemiology vs Controlled Trials in Nutrition Science 13:05 How the Protein Evidence Was Evaluated for the New Guidelines 14:15 Why Higher Protein Improves Weight, Fat Loss, and Lean Mass 15:35 Is “Too Much Protein” Actually Dangerous? 16:40 Nutrient Deficiencies Risk on Low-Protein Diets 17:35 Animal vs Plant Protein: Bioavailability and Amino Acids 18:45 Why 0.8 g/kg Was Never Better Than Higher Protein 20:15 Empowering Consumers Instead of One-Size-Fits-All Nutrition 21:10 How Guidelines Shape School Lunches, Hospitals, and the Military 23:05 Protein-First Meal Planning Explained 24:50 Why the First Meal Matters More as You Age 27:15 Does Protein Distribution Matter After 50? 30:00 Protein, Satiety, and Appetite Control 31:05 Why “Ounce Equivalents” Between Plant and Animal Protein Don’t Work 34:05 The Saturated Fat Myth and Why the 10% Rule Persists 38:30 Where Saturated Fat Really Comes From in the Modern Diet 39:45 Updated Fruit, Vegetable, and Grain Recommendations 40:45 Carbohydrate Tolerance and Energy Needs 42:45 Why RDAs, DRIs, and Guidelines Create Confusion 44:20 Politics, Institutions, and Resistance to Change 46:10 Why These Guidelines Are Different This Time 47:25 Science Over Ideology: What the Report Gets Right 48:35 Where to Find the Full Guidelines and Supporting Evidence 50:50 Final Takeaway: Protein as the Organizing Principle of Nutrition Find Dr. Layman on X: https://x.com/donlayman Find Dr. Gabrielle Lyon at: Instagram: @drgabriellelyon TikTok: @drgabriellelyonFacebook: facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonYouTube: youtube.com/@DrGabrielleLyonX (Twitter): x.com/drgabriellelyonApply to become a patient – https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Order The Forever Strong PLAYBOOK - https://drgabriellelyon.com/playbook/ Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships. The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

    51 min

  6. JAN 27

    The Forever Strong PLAYBOOK: Your 6-Week Field Manual for Muscle-Centric Longevity

    Order The Forever Strong PLAYBOOK: https://drgabriellelyon.com/playbook/ Want ad-free episodes? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://foreverstrong.supercast.com In this solo episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon shares the deeper mission behind The Forever Strong PLAYBOOK and the philosophy that has guided her work for decades. This conversation is not about trends, quick fixes, or aesthetics. It is about building strength as a lifelong responsibility and understanding why skeletal muscle is the foundation of health, resilience, and independence across the lifespan. Dr. Lyon introduces the Forever Strong ethos and walks through the four foundational pillars that support a strong life: how to think, how to eat, how to move, and how to recover. She explains why information alone does not change behavior and why clarity, discernment, and disciplined action are the true drivers of lasting health. Throughout the episode, Dr. Lyon challenges conventional narratives around aging, nutrition, exercise, and recovery. She reframes longevity through the lens of muscle span, the length of time a person lives with healthy, functional skeletal muscle, and explains how physical strength supports metabolic health, emotional regulation, and cognitive resilience. This episode is an invitation to step out of confusion and into a clear framework for living with intention. Strength is not something we inherit. It is something we build, choice by choice, day by day. Thank you to our sponsors: Timeline - Get 35% off a Mitopure subscription at https://www.timeline.com/drlyonFour Sigmatic - Go to http://foursigmatic.com/gabrielle for a free bag of their dark roast ground coffee (just pay for shipping & handling). Find Dr. Gabrielle Lyon at: Instagram:@drgabriellelyonTikTok: @drgabriellelyonFacebook: facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonYouTube: youtube.com/@DrGabrielleLyonX (Twitter): x.com/drgabriellelyon Timestamps: 00:00 – The Forever Strong Mission 01:15 – The Forever Strong Ethos 06:00 – Muscle as the Organ of Longevity 09:40 – How to Think 10:24 – Using the Body to Train the Mind 19:41 – Discernment and Mental Strength 28:43 – How to Eat 38:10 – Protein, Carbohydrates, and Metabolic Health 48:04 – Food Quality and Nutrient Density 51:30 – How to Move 57:59 – Training for Strength and Sustainability 1:06:39 – How to Recover 1:12:00 – Forever Strong Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships. The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

    1h 13m

  7. JAN 20

    You Don’t Need Confidence, Just Do THIS | Leila Hormozi

    Pre-order The Forever Strong PLAYBOOK today to unlock over $400 in free bonuses and learn how to build the muscle, resilience, and metabolic health that actually determine how well you age. https://drgabriellelyon.com/playbook/ Want ad-free episodes? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://foreverstrong.supercast.com In this episode, Gabrielle Lyon sits down with Leila Hormozi to discuss the journey from grit to empathy in both personal and professional life. Leila shares candid stories of building her first business, the sacrifices involved, and how her experiences in fitness shaped her entrepreneurial mindset. The conversation explores the value of failure, the importance of discipline, and what it truly takes to achieve business success, reflecting on the unique challenges and rewards that women encounter in leadership roles. Gabrielle and Leila also open up about balancing ambition, relationships, and personal well-being. They address how to build trust, practice self-belief, and handle the pressures of being public figures with authenticity. You will find practical insights on navigating discomfort, the importance of continuous growth, and on creating a fulfilling life based on clear priorities and honest reflection. The episode is filled with relatable stories and actionable advice for anyone focused on self-development and leadership. Chapters: 0:00 – From Grit to Empathy: How Leila’s Perspective Shifted 1:33 – Why Fitness Built the Foundation for Business Success 3:38 – Confidence, Self-Belief, and the Difference Between Rookie and Seasoned Entrepreneurs 8:23 – Discomfort, Anxiety, and Paying the Price for Growth 12:58 – Becoming Public-Facing and Outgrowing the Persona You Created 16:01 – Creating Content Without a Funnel or Ego-Driven Motives 19:32 – Why Fewer Women Teach Business at Scale 22:42 – What Actually Makes a Business Legitimate 24:23 – Trust, Relationships, and Learning to Trust Yourself 26:38 – Success vs Happiness and the Tradeoffs People Ignore 31:56 – Sacrifice by Season: Constraints, Focus, and Capacity 35:14 – Personal Trade-Offs and the Real Cost of Success 36:50 – Growth Levels Are About Exposure, Not Time 37:25 – Why You Should Stress Yourself Out More (Short-Term) 43:04 – Social Media, Authenticity, and Being Fully Human 46:15 – Reading Psychology and Understanding Culture 48:19 – Maintaining Relationships Between High Achievers 54:19 – Renegotiating Relationship Roles as Life Evolves 59:54 – Belief Is an Output, Not an Input 1:04:07 – Changing Your Relationship With Discomfort 1:04:55 – What’s Next: Expansion, Health, and Long-Term Vision Thank you to our sponsors: OneSkin - Get 15% off at https://www.oneskin.co/ with code DRLYONBodyHealth - Get 20% off your first order with code LYON20 https://www.bodyhealthaffiliates.com/73L4QL3/7XDN2/Bon Charge - Save 15% at https://boncharge.com/ with code DRLYON Find Leila Hormozi at: IG: https://www.instagram.com/leilahormozi/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@leilahormozi Find Dr. Gabrielle Lyon at: Instagram: @drgabriellelyonTikTok: @drgabriellelyonFacebook: facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonYouTube: youtube.com/@DrGabrielleLyonX (Twitter): x.com/drgabriellelyonApply to become a patient – https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Pre-order my new book - https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1668085623 Disclaimer: The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions. This episode includes paid sponsorships.

    1h 8m

  8. JAN 13

    Willpower vs. Systems: Why Your Diet Fails & How to Fix Your Relationship w/ Food | Sohee Carpenter

    Pre-Order The Forever Strong PLAYBOOK and receive exclusive bonuses: https://drgabriellelyon.com/playbook/ Want ad-free episodes, exclusives and access to community Q&As? Subscribe to Forever Strong Insider: https://foreverstrong.supercast.com In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is joined by Sohee Carpenter, PhD, to explore the complex intersection of psychology, eating behavior, and resistance training. Dr. Carpenter shares her personal journey from struggling with eating disorders to becoming a leading expert in sports science, offering a unique perspective on why high achievers often struggle with diet adherence. They dive deep into the science of behavior change, emphasizing that willpower is a finite resource and that true success lies in building automatic, cognitively effortless habits. Dr. Carpenter debunks common fitness myths, including the necessity of "lifting heavy" and the supposed ineffectiveness of circuit training, while providing practical strategies like "habit stacking" and "designing for laziness" to help listeners navigate their own health journeys. Chapter Markers - 0:00 - Intro: The finite nature of exercise vs. the 24/7 challenge of nutrition. - 1:22 - Meet Sohee Carpenter, PhD: Her academic journey from Stanford Biology to a PhD in Sports Science. - 4:33 - Personal Struggles: Overcoming anorexia, bulimia, and long-term binge eating. - 5:41 - Cultural Pressures: Growing up with the beauty standards of Korea vs. the US. - 8:38 - The Fitness Hobbyist: Discovering weights and the "clean eating" trap in 2011. - 13:10 - The Career Pivot: Choosing Psychology and Fitness over Medical School. - 17:52 - The Binge-Restrict Cycle: Why trying "harder" and being stricter backfires. - 21:54 - Defining RMR: Understanding Resting Metabolic Rate as your caloric floor. - 29:26 - Binge Eating Triggers: Emotion regulation and poor stress coping mechanisms. - 33:10 - The Freedom of No "Food Noise": Intuitive eating as a learned skill. - 36:08 - Gentle Nutrition: The "Add, Don’t Restrict" mindset. - 38:46 - The Willpower Battery: Why habits are superior to brute force discipline. - 45:47 - Habits and Environment: How to "Design for Laziness". - 50:00 - Habit Stacking: Pairing new behaviors with existing daily rituals. - 55:04 - Last Chance Syndrome: The logic of a binge and the "all or nothing" mentality. - 1:00:13 - Cognitive Distortions: Catastrophizing and the "bird's eye view" reframe. - 1:04:36 - Dichotomous Thinking: Why black-and-white mindsets lead to binging. - 1:06:48 - Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation: Finding a "why" that lasts. - 1:12:34 - Identity Change: Perceiving yourself as the person you want to become. - 1:14:27 - Resistance Training for Women: Determining the ideal frequency and style. - 1:19:16 - National Muscle Health Month: Elevating muscle as a pillar of health. - 1:21:39 - The "Heavy Lifting" Myth: Using rep ranges and reps in reserve (RIR). - 1:26:13 - The Circuit Training Study: Similar muscle gains in 25 minutes less time. - 1:29:44 - Training Fasted: Dispelling misconceptions for women’s metabolic health. - 1:30:57 - Running while Pregnant: Staying capable and medically cleared. - 1:33:34 - Final Takeaways: Incremental change and a holistic view of health. Thank you to our sponsors: Four Sigmatic - Go to http://foursigmatic.com/gabrielle for a free bag of their dark roast ground coffee (just pay for shipping & handling). Cozy Earth - Go to https://www.cozyearth.com/DRLYON for up to 20% off! Our Place - Visit https://www.fromourplace.com/DRLYON and use code DRLYON for 10% off sitewide. Find Sohee Carpenter at: - IG: https://www.instagram.com/soheefit - Youtube: @SoheeFit Find Dr. Gabrielle Lyon at: - Instagram:@drgabriellelyon - TikTok: @drgabriellelyon - Facebook: facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyon - YouTube: youtube.com/@DrGabrielleLyon - X (Twitter): x.com/drgabriellelyon - Apply to become a patient – https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/ - Join my weekly newsletter – https://institute-for-muscle-centric-medicine.ck.page - Pre-order my new book - https://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1668085623 Disclaimer: The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions. This episode includes paid sponsorships.

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The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show promotes a healthy world, and in order to have a healthy world, we must have transparent conversations. This show is dedicated to such conversations as the listener; your education, understanding, strength, and health are the primary focus. The goal of this show is to provide you with a framework for navigating the health and wellness space and, most importantly, being the champion of your own life. Guests include highly trustworthy professionals that bring both the art and science of wellness aspects that are both physical and mental. Dr. Gabrielle Lyon is a Washington University fellowship-trained physician who serves the innovators, mavericks, and leaders in their fields, as well as working closely with the Special Operations Military. She is the founder of the Institute of Muscle-Centric Medicine® and serves patients worldwide.

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