Dr. Sarah Court is an advocate for heavy lifting among older women, while Laurel Beversdorf specializes in strength training for this demographic. They discuss the transformative power of strength training, particularly for women during menopause, emphasizing its benefits for bone density and overall empowerment. Their conversation tackles cultural misconceptions around weightlifting and the negative media narratives that perpetuate fear around exercises like deadlifts. Listeners are encouraged to embrace strength training as a core element of health and well-being.

Laurel Beversdorf and Sarah Court discuss movement dogmas, debunking health claims, and fallen gurus in the fitness industry. They emphasize science-based content, challenging alignment dogmas, and the dangers of conspiracism. The conversation dives into back pain management controversies, the impact of social media on pain perception, and the nuances of movement science and pain management. They also explore gender stereotypes in yoga marketing, societal beauty norms, and evolving beliefs around alignment in yoga practice.