The Jordan Syatt Podcast Female vs Male Strength Training Strategies, How Your Menstrual Cycle Affects Workouts, How to Eliminate Food Cravings, and More | Dr. Allan Bacon
May 21, 2025
Dr. Allan Bacon, a fitness and nutrition expert, shares his journey from dental surgery to the fitness world, inspired by personal family experiences. He dives deep into how strength training differs for men and women, highlighting the importance of individualized approaches. The conversation also covers the impact of the menstrual cycle on workouts, strategies for eliminating food cravings, and why understanding metabolic rates is crucial. Bacon debunks common fitness myths and emphasizes a balanced, evidence-based view on nutrition.
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Career Shift Inspired by Family
- Alan Bacon shared how his father's cancer and personal emergency surgery pushed him to change careers into fitness.
- Transitioning took about two and a half years, involving working two jobs before going full-time coaching.
Focus on Habits Over Outcomes
- Shift focus from outcome-based goals to habit and routine-based goals for lasting success.
- Control what you can: steps, gym visits, meal prep, to decrease reliance on willpower.
Manage Food Cravings Strategically
- Use environment adjustments and habit anatomy (reminder, routine, reward) to reduce food cravings.
- Track triggers with a food diary and experiment with moderation or detox periods.