Fitness Stuff (for normal people) #169 // Men vs. Women (Training, diet, & recovery differences)
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May 19, 2025 The podcast delves into the significant differences in fitness training, diet, and recovery between men and women. It discusses how hormones like estrogen and testosterone impact muscle growth and recovery. The hosts reveal why women often benefit from higher workout volumes while men may need more rest. There's also valuable advice on adjusting training during menstrual cycles and dietary strategies for managing PCOS. Overall, it promotes a personalized approach to fitness that respects individual physiological needs.
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Sex Is One Factor Among Many
- Men and women differ biologically on many spectrums, but sex alone shouldn't dictate training or diet fully.
- Biological sex is one factor among many in health and fitness decisions, framed by a bell curve of individual differences.
Bone Density Impacts Muscle Growth
- Bone density and skeletal frame size greatly influence muscle building potential more than hormones.
- Men have 26-45% higher bone mineral content and larger frames than women, impacting strength and muscle capacity.
Women Can Lift Heavy Safely
- Women should not fear lifting heavy weights as it won't make them bulky accidentally.
- Bulky physiques usually result from long-term training and possibly PEDs, not typical weightlifting.