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Iron Culture presented by MASS

MASS Office Hours Episode 34 (Interpreting Research + Q&A)

May 5, 2024
Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discusses her research on the influence of ovarian hormones on muscle adaptations to exercise. Topics include interpreting scientific evidence, leveraging psychology in personal training, muscle specialization phases, caloric value of protein, abdominal skinfold thickness, training during pregnancy, intermittent fasting, and gender-specific training approaches.
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Quick takeaways

  • Proper exercise modifications can help pregnant individuals preserve muscle during pregnancy.
  • Counting all dietary protein toward daily calories simplifies nutrition tracking and adjustment.

Deep dives

Exercise During Pregnancy

For pregnant individuals interested in strength training and focusing on hypertrophy to preserve muscle during pregnancy, it is generally recommended to continue exercising if there are no contraindications. Lower intensity and higher volume training, with modifications as pregnancy progresses, can be considered. Avoiding twisting and excessive abdominal movements is advised.

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