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.<br><br>You’ll learn how to:<ul><li>Train smarter—not harder—through hormonal changes</li><li>Optimize fat loss and body composition with science</li><li>Build strength and energy in your 40s, 50s, and beyond</li><li>Use creatine and strength training to support longevity</li><li>Improve performance through personalized nutrition</li></ul>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. 

In this episode, Hailey is joined by friend and business partner Dr. Stacy Sims to answer three of the most common questions from their <i>Power Happens</i> community.<br><br>They break down:<br>- Optimal rep ranges for women’s strength training<br>- The science behind HIIT/SIT workouts vs. Zone 2 training<br>- The key differences between intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating <br><br><br>Whether you're training smarter, optimizing energy, or navigating nutrition timing, this episode delivers science-backed strategies tailored for women.<br><br>Listen in—and share with someone who trains like you do.

Part two of our incredible conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Kimberly Mallett. We discuss the real effects of alcohol on women’s health. From emotional well-being to long-term physical impacts, Dr. Mallett sheds light on the unique challenges women face with alcohol consumption. Tune in to understand the truth about women and alcohol, and how it affects your health, relationships, and overall lifestyle.

In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with clinical psychologist Dr. Kimberly Mallett to discuss the real effects of alcohol on women’s health. From emotional well-being to long-term physical impacts, Dr. Mallett sheds light on the unique challenges women face with alcohol consumption. Tune in to understand the truth about women and alcohol, and how it affects your health, relationships, and overall lifestyle.

In this empowering episode, Hailey interviews her client, Tammy Temple, who shares her transformative experience navigating perimenopause, weight gain, and the struggle of doing everything "right" without seeing results. Tammy reveals how small but impactful changes in her training and nutrition, combined with expert guidance and science-backed strategies, helped her overcome hormonal shifts, anxiety, and stalled progress. With persistence, she lost 17 pounds and regained confidence in her body. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on resilience, adapting to change, and finding what truly works for health after 50.

In this episode of The Body Pod, we sit down with fitness journalist and endurance athlete Selene Yeager to talk about training, menopause, and navigating the ever-evolving landscape of women's health. From her collaboration with Dr. Stacy Sims to insights on strength training, nutrition, and the science behind hormonal shifts, Selene breaks down the biggest myths and shares practical strategies for thriving through every stage of life. Whether you're an athlete or just looking to feel stronger and more energized, this conversation is packed with expert wisdom and real-life solutions.

In this episode, we delve into the importance of understanding your strength training ability level to ensure safe and effective progress. Join us as we explore how to accurately assess whether you're a novice, intermediate, or advanced athlete, and discover tailored strategies to elevate your fitness journey.

<p>We wrap up season 2 of The Body Pod with another incredible episode with Kristen Holmes, VP of performance for Whoop. We discuss GLP-1 Agonists, circadian rhythm, and hot and cold exposure specific to females. You will love this episode.</p>

<p>Join us as we dive deep into the many different data points between men and women with Whoop's Global Head of Human Performance, Kristen Holmes. We cover sleep, recovery, performance, alcohol, and everything else that affects women in their midlife. </p>

<p>Today we have the honor of talking to Dr. Amy Divaraniya, a trailblazer in women’s health and the founder and CEO of Oova. With over a decade of experience as a data scientist, Dr. Divaraniya holds a PhD in Biomedical Sciences with an emphasis in genetics and genomics. Motivated by her own fertility challenges, she founded Oova to empower women with precise, at-home hormone testing, revolutionizing the way we understand and support reproductive health. In this conversation, we’ll dive into her journey as a founder, the mission behind Oova, and how this groundbreaking tool is transforming fertility and perimenopause care. Get ready to be inspired and informed by this remarkable innovator!</p>