In a lively discussion, Cara Ocobock, an Associate Professor at Notre Dame, dives into human energetics and adaptation to extreme environments, such as those experienced by reindeer herders. She critiques BMI as a health measurement and highlights fascinating gender dynamics in hunting, revealing that women often outpace men metabolically. Challenging traditional narratives, Ocobock uncovers women's historical roles in hunting and survival, and discusses hormone influences on athletic performance, pushing for a reevaluation of gender roles in both science and society.