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Dr. Stacy Sims: Female-Specific Exercise & Nutrition for Health, Performance & Longevity

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Jul 22, 2024
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Stacy Sims
Dr. Stacy Sims, an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist, shares her expertise on female-specific health and fitness. She discusses the unique nutritional needs of women, emphasizing tailored strategies for different life stages. Key topics include how the menstrual cycle affects exercise and nutrition, the importance of protein intake post-training, and the risks of caloric restriction. Dr. Sims also addresses the impact of supplements, sleep, and recovery techniques on women's performance and longevity, challenging common misconceptions in fitness.
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ADVICE

Fasting and Women

  • Avoid intermittent fasting or time-restricted feeding if not aligned with circadian rhythm, especially for women.
  • Women have more oxidative fibers and are already metabolically flexible.
INSIGHT

Fasting and Obesity

  • Fasting until noon and eating from noon to 6 p.m. has more obesogenic outcomes than eating earlier.
  • This is likely due to misalignment with cortisol rhythms and other hormonal fluxes.
ADVICE

Fasted Training and Caffeine

  • Women should avoid training fasted, especially with caffeine, as it exacerbates stress response.
  • This combination can hinder intensity and adaptations from training.
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