Movement Logic: Strong Opinions, Loosely Held

Dr. Sarah Court, PT, DPT and Laurel Beversdorf

Welcome to the Movement Logic Podcast, with yoga teacher and strength coach Laurel Beversdorf, and physical therapist Dr. Sarah Court. With over 30 years combined experience in the yoga, movement and physical therapy worlds, we believe in strong ideas, loosely held – which means we’re not hyping outdated movement concepts. Instead, we’re here with up-to-date and cutting-edge tools, evidence and ideas to help you as a mover and a teacher. Music: Makani by Scandinavianz & AXM

  1. Fact-Checking Female-Specific Training & Nutrition Advice with Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, PhD

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    Fact-Checking Female-Specific Training & Nutrition Advice with Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, PhD

    In this episode, Laurel and Sarah sit down with  muscle physiology researcher and science communicator Lauren Colenso-Semple to take a hard look at some of the most popular and problematic claims circulating in women’s health and fitness. Together, they unpack the slogan “women are not small men,” and the idea that women need completely different training and nutrition approaches than men. Lauren explains where the evidence actually stands on topics like muscle loss at 30, lifting to failure, cardio recommendations for women, bone density changes at menopause, training fasted versus fed, cycle syncing, cortisol “hacks,” and more. This conversation is a deep dive into separating women's physiology from marketing ploys. Learn why overcomplicating women’s training does more harm than good. You'll gain clear, evidence-based guidance for women in perimenopause, post-menopause, and beyond. Sign up for the Bone Density Course Interest list Follow us @MovementLogicTutorials on Instagram 04:30 Why Naming Sources Matters 08:15 “Women Are Not Small Men”: What’s True and What’s Branding 16:00 How Much Research on Women Actually Exists 29:30 Training to Failure, Heavy vs. Light Loads, and Age-Specific Claims 31:00 The Case for Keeping Moderate-Intensity Cardio 36:15 Bone Loss Myths and What Exercise Really Helps 46:30 What “Challenging Sets” Mean in Research 49:00 Cortisol, Fasted Training, and Breakfast Timing 52:30 Low Energy Availability vs. Simply Skipping Breakfast 01:08:00 Cycle Syncing and Monthly Program Overhauls 01:15:00 Rapid-Fire Q&A: Creatine, Weighted Vests, Collagen, Protein Targets, Electrolytes 01:23:30 How Overcomplicated Rules Keep Women Out of Exercise 01:24:00 Has Stacy Sims Done More Good or More Harm? 01:26:30 Why Simple, Progressive Training Works for Everyone Dr Lauren Colenso-Semple on Instagram Front Page Fitness Podcast Study Menstrual cycle phase does not influence muscle protein synthesis or whole-body myofibrillar proteolysis in response to resistance Mel Robbins Podcast interview with Dr. Stacey Sims Huberman Lab Podcast interview with Dr. Stacey Sims

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  2. 109: Hot Flashes, Cold Facts: Menopause Myths That Won't Die

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    109: Hot Flashes, Cold Facts: Menopause Myths That Won't Die

    In this episode of the Movement Logic podcast, Sarah and Laurel take on the most persistent—and profitable—myths about menopause and women’s health. From metabolism myths to cortisol panic, creatine hype, and new exercise “rules”, they separate marketing spin from actual science. They also unpack the nuanced role of menopausal hormone therapy (MHT)—who it helps, when it’s useful, and why menopause isn’t a medical emergency needing endless “fixes.” Sign up for the Bone Density Course Interest list Follow us @MovementLogicTutorials on Instagram 10:12 8 Menopause Myths and Misconceptions 37:08 Cortisol and Menopause 43:14 Exercise and Menopause 51:33 Muscle Loss and Menopause 55:00 Hormone Therapy and Muscle Mass: The Evidence 57:56 Debunking the Rapid Bone Loss Myth 01:04:31 The Truth About Creatine Supplementation 01:18:48 Menopause Symptoms vs. Aging: What's the Difference? 01:29:24 Menopause Hormone Therapy: Myths and Realities 01:42:25 Concluding Thoughts and Recommendations Ep 8 A Perimenopause Perspective 63: Dismantling Long and Lean Pt 2 108: Does it Have to be Heavy? Study Daily Energy Expenditure Through the Human Life Course Study Changes in Physical Activity and Body Composition in Postmenopausal Women Study  Evaluation of sex-based differences in resistance exercise training-induced changes in muscle mass, strength, and physical performance Study Changes in body composition and weight during the menopause transition Study Association Between Hormone Therapy and Muscle Mass Study Longitudinal changes in BMD during perimenopausal transition Study BMD Changes During the Menopause Transition Study  Efficacy of Creatine Supplementation Combined with Resistance Training on Muscle Strength and Muscle Mass Study  Creatine Supplementation During Resistance Training Does Not Lead to Greater Bone Mineral Density The Vajenda North American Menopause Society Dr Lauren Colenso-Semple Professor Susan Davis

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  3. 108: Breathing For Bone Density? YogaU Cannot Be Serious

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    108: Breathing For Bone Density? YogaU Cannot Be Serious

    In this episode of the Movement Logic Podcast, Dr. Sarah Court and Laurel Beversdorf critically evaluate the claims made by YogaU Online about the connections between breathing practices and bone health during a recent promotional webinar for a new workshop called “Breath As Medicine: Yogic Breathing for Vital Aging.” They meticulously analyze research studies cited by YogaU, debunking pseudoscientific assertions about nitric oxide production, VO2 max, and the impact of breathing on bone density. The hosts highlight the ethical implications of such misleading information and emphasize the importance of evidence-based practices in the fitness and yoga communities. The discussion also touches on marketing tactics that prey on the fears of older women, underscoring the need for transparency and integrity in health advice. Sign up for the Bone Density Course Interest List here! Movement Logic on Instagram 03:48 Calling Out Pseudoscience 05:19 Yoga U's Dubious Claims 17:47 The Breath as Medicine Workshop 18:39 Debunking the Claims 32:57 Understanding Breathing Pathologies 01:01:56 Lung Function and Bone Mineral Density: A Study Review 01:03:57 Debunking Misleading Claims in Yoga Marketing 01:09:38 Sleep Apnea Studies and Their Misuse 01:17:57 Hypoxia and Bone Health: Misinterpretations 01:23:23 Nitric Oxide and Aging: Separating Fact from Fiction 01:41:02 Cardiovascular Fitness: Misconceptions and Realities 01:50:47 Yoga U's Ethical Dilemma and Call for Accountability 01:59:38 Conclusion and Call to Action References: Episode 5 Does Yoga Asana Build Bone Density? Episode 38 Got Bones? Yoga Asana Isn’t Enough Episode 79 Make YogaU Make Sense Episode 92 Make Dr. Loren Fishman Make Sense Twelve-Minute Daily Yoga Regimen Reverses Osteoporotic Bone Loss Recognizing and Treating Breathing Disorders: A Multidisciplinary Approach by Leon Chaitow Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor Association between lung function and bone mineral density in children and adolescents Assessment of Bone Mineral Density and Bone Metabolism in Young Men with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Bone Mineral Density and Changes in Bone Metabolism in Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome Hypoxia is a Major Stimulator of Osteoclast Formation and Bone Resorption Molecular Mechanisms Involved in Hypoxia-Induced Alterations in Bone Remodeling Front Page Fitness podcast Yoga Meets Movement Science podcast

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  4. 107: Does it Have to be Heavy? Rethinking the Lift Heavy Shit Narrative.

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    107: Does it Have to be Heavy? Rethinking the Lift Heavy Shit Narrative.

    In this episode of the Movement Logic Podcast, we take a hard look at one of our own core messages and ask: does it have to be heavy to build bone? We unpack a landmark systematic review and meta-analysis that compared more than 100 exercise interventions in postmenopausal women, looking at low, moderate, and high intensities across resistance training, impact, and combined programs. We explain the big picture: resistance training works across intensities, moderate intensity often performs just as well as heavy, and impact-only isn’t the standalone solution it’s often made out to be. We also highlight how few truly high-intensity trials exist, why that matters, and what it means for interpreting the data. Along the way, we reflect on why it’s important to update your message when new evidence emerges, and how this research shifts—not our programming, but our language—around lifting heavy. You’ll come away with a clearer understanding of what actually builds bone, what the science says (and doesn’t yet say), and why there’s more than one effective way to get stronger bones. SIGN UP for the Bone Density Course Interest List FOLLOW Movement Logic on Instagram 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 09:37 New Research on Exercise Intensity and Bone-Building Exercise for Postmenopausal Women 37:08 About the Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis 52:20 Meta-Analysis Results Overview 54:16 Lumbar Spine Analysis 59:00 Femoral Neck Analysis 01:01:43 Total Hip Analysis 01:02:40 Key Takeaways and Summary 01:04:17 Meta-Regression Insights 01:09:47 Clinical vs. Statistical Significance 01:14:14 Discussion on Bias 01:17:26 Engaging with the Community and Expert Opinions 01:39:46 Debunking Myths About Women and Heavy Lifting 01:40:39 Addressing Misconceptions around Lifting Heavy 01:47:25 Cultural Shifts and Women in Strength Training 02:05:58 Practical Benefits of Heavy Lifting 02:11:44 Final Thoughts REFERENCES: LIFTMOR Trial and YouTube video Kistler-Fischbacher Systematic Review with Meta-Analysis 91: LIFTMOR, Not Less: An Interview with Professor Belinda Beck Stu Phillips IG page and post Korpelainen paper 100: The Hidden Cost of "Just Do Something" Fitness Advice

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  5. 105: Strength by Suggestion: the Placebo Effect and Exercise

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    105: Strength by Suggestion: the Placebo Effect and Exercise

    In this episode of the Movement Logic Podcast, Dr. Sarah Court explores the fascinating impact of the placebo effect on sports performance and rehabilitation. Dr. Court discusses recent studies, including a unique experiment involving a pink, calorie-free drink that boosted bench press performance among trained lifters. The episode delves into how beliefs and expectations can lead to measurable physiological changes, the historical context of the placebo effect, and its implications in physical therapy and exercise routines. Dr. Court also emphasizes the significance of positive mindsets in overcoming physical challenges and achieving fitness goals. 01:31 The Pink Drink Study: Exploring the Placebo Effect 02:36 Understanding the Placebo Effect 04:03 Historical Context and Research on Placebo 06:02 Detailed Analysis of the Pink Drink Study 10:19 Implications of the Placebo Effect in Exercise 12:08 Placebo Effect in Rehabilitation and Pain Science 14:49 Practical Takeaways for Enhancing Performance 16:49 Mindset and Belief in Physical Therapy 20:25 Encouragement and Final Thoughts Bone Density Course Interest List Sign Up Here Movement Logic on Instagram References:  The placebo effect of a pink non-caloric, artificially sweetened solution on strength endurance performance and psychological responses in trained individuals Mouth Rinsing With a Pink Non-caloric, Artificially-Sweetened Solution Improves Self-Paced Running Performance and Feelings of Pleasure in Habitually Active Individuals The Placebo and Nocebo effect on sports performance: A systematic review Placebo effects on kayak sprint performance in child athletes

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  6. 104: Can We Train Fascia?

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    104: Can We Train Fascia?

    In this episode of the Movement Logic Podcast, Laurel explores whether you can train fascia, separating myths from facts about this connective tissue. She discusses her personal journey with fascia-focused methods, including self-massage and Yoga Tune Up, and questions commonly held beliefs about fascia adaptation from exercise. Laurel critiques the metaphorical narratives versus physiological mechanisms, examining the roles of muscle, tendon, and the nervous system in recovery and training. She concludes with insights on why calling it "fascia training" might be more about branding than science. Sign up for our FREE Bone Density Mini Course: Barbell 101! Follow us on Instagram @movementlogictutorials 00:00 Can you train fascia?02:26 Personal story10:39 Questioning what I'd been taught about fascia12:02 Fascia as values, worldview, group identity16:04 How did we get here – fascia research congress16:48 The reductionism that arose out of rejecting reductionism18:02 The problem with overpromising around significance of fascia or training fascia18:59 Blurring metaphor and mechanism23:24 What is fascia?24:03 Massage mostly stimulates skin24:29 Deep fascia and tendons are different25:18 Fascia not great at force transfer26:39 Visceral massage27:04 Training fascia is not what trains proprioception – motor learning is28:14 What makes a tissue trainable?33:42 Difference between general and specific training38:22 Adhesions, trigger points, scar tissue, fibrosis40:51 Hydrating fascia42:35 Circulation improvements58:19 Wrapping it up

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  7. 103: Do Weighted Vests Do Anything For Us?

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    103: Do Weighted Vests Do Anything For Us?

    In this episode of the Movement Logic Podcast, Dr. Sarah Court, PT, delves into the trend of walking with weighted vests to improve bone density, especially among perimenopausal and menopausal women. She reviews multiple long-term and short-term studies on the subject, comparing the effectiveness of weighted vests in bone metabolism, bone mineral density, and balance improvement. Sarah argues that while weighted vests do not significantly impact bone density for most people, they could be beneficial for balance and cardiovascular endurance, especially for the deconditioned or frail.  She also discusses the importance of proper exercise regimens like progressive overload and impact training for bone growth. The episode concludes with practical advice on when a weighted vest might be suitable. 00:43 The Weighted Vest Trend in Menopause Marketing 02:38 Debunking the Myths: Evidence on Weighted Vests 06:10 Research Study: Long-term Exercise with Weighted Vests 13:08 Research Study: Walking Exercise with and without Weighted Vests 17:48 Research Study: Short-term Aerobic Exercise with Weighted Vests 23:45 Conclusion: The Real Benefits of Weighted Vests 28:51 Final Thoughts Sign up for our Bone Density Mini Course: Barbell 101! Follow us on Instagram @movementlogictutorials References: 37 Plyometrics - Get More Bang For Your Bones 38 Got Bones? Yoga Asana Isn't Enough 51 Persistent Myths About Osteoporosis 53 Your Bones Are Bored 84 Trick or Truth: 6 Ways to Spot Osteoporosis Misinformation 91 LIFTMOR, Not Less: An Interview With Professor Belinda Beck 96 Bone Density Grifters: Introducing the Grift-O-Meter! Instagram post #1 Instagram post #2 Long-term Exercise Using Weighted Vests Prevents Hip Bone Loss in Postmenopausal Women Weighted Vest Exercise Improves Indices of Fall Risk in Older Women A Comparison between the Effects of the Walking Exercise with and without Weighted Vests on Bone Resorption and Health-Related Physical Fitness in the Working Women Effects of short-term aerobic exercise with and without external loading on bone metabolism and balance in postmenopausal women with osteoporosis

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Welcome to the Movement Logic Podcast, with yoga teacher and strength coach Laurel Beversdorf, and physical therapist Dr. Sarah Court. With over 30 years combined experience in the yoga, movement and physical therapy worlds, we believe in strong ideas, loosely held – which means we’re not hyping outdated movement concepts. Instead, we’re here with up-to-date and cutting-edge tools, evidence and ideas to help you as a mover and a teacher. Music: Makani by Scandinavianz & AXM

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