Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple and Dr. Kim SantaBarbara, new PhD graduates, share insights on menstrual cycle training for lifters. They discuss muscle protein responses, menstrual symptoms, and the impact of mindfulness-based yoga. The podcast explores challenges in researching menstrual cycle phases, individualization in programming, and the complexities of hormone fluctuations. It also touches on the effectiveness of phase-based training and advocates for tailored approaches for female athletes.

Lauren Colenso-Semple, Ph.D. student and part of the MASS research review team, discusses syncing training to the menstrual cycle. They explore the effects of hormones on performance, the limitations of data, and the use of oral contraceptives to delay negative symptoms. The conversation offers valuable insights for female trainees and dieters.

In this discussion, experts Mike Zourdos, a professor in exercise physiology, and Lauren Colenso-Semple, a muscle physiologist, delve into the fascinating world of satellite cells. They explore how these cells play crucial roles in muscle growth, repair, and even the effects of aging. The conversation highlights sex differences in muscle response and the implications of exogenous anabolics on satellite cell function. Alongside personal anecdotes, they share insights into evolving research methodologies, setting the stage for future scientific exploration.

Dr. Eric Trexler, an expert in exercise and nutrition, is joined by Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, who focuses on female hormonal issues. They dive into how hormonal contraceptives and menopause impact fat loss, revealing that hormonal changes alone aren't necessarily barriers to weight loss. The conversation flows to audience questions about dietary fiber, unique exercise techniques, and the effects of nutrition quality. They also share strategies for motivating older family members to exercise, emphasizing the role of behavior change in fostering a healthier lifestyle.

Join Dr. Eric Trexler, a nutrition and exercise science expert, and Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, a specialist in nutrition and physiology, as they delve into bulking strategies for athletes. They highlight the importance of calorie surplus for muscle growth and discuss the nuances of various diets, including plant-based and meat sources. The duo tackles a range of questions, from dairy's impact on inflammation to injury prevention in training. They even explore muscle gains with low testosterone levels, emphasizing individual variability in hormone responses.

Fitness and nutrition expert Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple discusses crash diet recovery, hormone regulation, glute hypertrophy, resistance training, calorie management, heatwave training, loose skin post-weight loss, beginner gains, and muscle soreness indicators for hypertrophy in an evidence-based podcast.

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.

In this episode, they discuss tracking muscle growth, satellite cells' role in muscle hypertrophy, intermittent fasting for muscle building, natural ways to boost testosterone, and unrealistic study designs. They also touch on the effects of microgravity, reverse vs recovery diets, protein distribution for muscle growth, and banter about bald men in movies.

Topics discussed in this podcast include regaining lost muscle, optimal caloric surplus, muscle growth for different body fat percentages, importance of hormone levels, step count targets for health, and the effectiveness of maintenance phases in fitness.

Lauren Colenso-Semple, nearly finished with her PhD, discusses the value of formal education for personal trainers and reviews research on women's rugby coaches' reliance on social media. They debunk misconceptions about female physiology, emphasize the importance of continuous education, staying informed, and challenging beliefs. They also address the flaws in traditional education for personal trainers, the significance of practical skills and understanding psychology, and the importance of gaining work experience before pursuing formal education.