Strong Woman Radio

Welcome to Strong Woman Radio, a sanctuary free of testosterone (except for a few special guests), where ladies who like to lift heavy things can chitchat about the struggles and success that comes with being a woman in a male dominated sport. We welcome listeners of all sports, be it strongman, Crossfit, olympic lifting or more; but be warned we don't like running very much unless we are carrying or dragging something heavy while we do it. DON'T FORGET TO download, subscribe to and listen to the previous episodes! And as you get familiar with the show, leave those reviews and ratings in iTunes, and send us your questions and comments via the comment form, which can be found here.  Enjoy the show and lift on ladies! Episode 53: Stacy's Feelin' GoodIntro (0:00) Latest & Greatest (1:16)Stacy finally had her MRI! She has an L4 and L5 herniated discs, one of which is compressing one of her nerves down her right leg. The problem has been that Stacy hasn't been in as much pain as other people, so doctors may not have been as convinced of the seriousness of her condition at the time. But when she went to get the treatment that morning, she was feeling almost completely better, so she declined the procedure. She's started taking supplements and feels much better and hopes to not ever need surgery. The injury has fundamentally changed who she is since she hasn't been able to lift. And even if she recovers completely, she worries if she'll ever feel that lifting is safe. (There's lots of people who have, however) Ironically, she didn't injure herself doing Strongman at all, but doing MAS wrestling and at a garden clean up. Stacy is definitely off to do some yoga and aerial and inversions to try to help her back! Listen to the last Paleo View for more details on her injury and her associate depression. Pokemon Go! (14:14)Viv is way into Pokemon Go! It's a perfect way to encourage people to walk and get some exercise. (Secretly, Stacy is actually now into Pokemon since our recording) Stacy prefers swimming. Vivian talks about running these days to regain some athleticism that has gone into lifting.While Stacy doesn't love running, she does love to do burpees to get that same exhausted feeling Viv's trainer Jason ended up in his first real competition and won every event. Women seem to love strongman as soon as they realize they can do the events, especially stones. Supplement discussionVital Proteins now has new supplements like Whey Protein, Collagen and Type II Collagen (Discount code: VPA-0626-97BR1-LYIQ) Stacy thinks that they have helped her recover! Vivian is still trying to decide if she wants to cut weight from Super Heavyweight to HeavyweightThis is why she's been upping the cardio and eating very clean and doing some crossfit type workouts Crossfit is in the news these days with the Games coming up and the documentary on Netflix. Vivian is trying to dateIn chatting with men online, they'll see her lifting and get excited... until she tells them how much she is lifting Men seem to be intimidated by a woman who can lift more than them. And all the Strongmen seem to be taken. Men also seem to be into being macho with her when she'd like to be treated like a girl sometimes. Stacy will be on vacation at the end of July (SUPER SECRET for the boys) Vivian will be finding pokemon and trying to find dudes. Send Stacy videos on not lifting strength endeavors! Outro (39:09)

Welcome to Strong Woman Radio, a sanctuary free of testosterone (except for a few special guests), where ladies who like to lift heavy things can chitchat about the struggles and success that comes with being a woman in a male dominated sport. We welcome listeners of all sports, be it strongman, Crossfit, olympic lifting or more; but be warned we don't like running very much unless we are carrying or dragging something heavy while we do it. DON'T FORGET TO download, subscribe to and listen to the previous episodes! And as you get familiar with the show, leave those reviews and ratings in iTunes, and send us your questions and comments via the comment form, which can be found here.  Enjoy the show and lift on ladies! Episode 52, Vivian's USS Nationals RecapIntro (0:00) Latest & Greatest (1:16)Vivian survived her whole trip traveling from home to Louisville and back all by herself with no backup at all! When Stacy competes, she brings a giant entourage of support, so going alone seems so daunting Vivian was staying at the same hotel as the people attending the Muhammed Ali funeral, too! Vivian's friend Glenda was selling Lularoe at the show as well. The hardest part for Stacy was that there was no feed on Instagram or Facebook so no one could follow along! Vivian did exactly what she planned on doing in each event. She finished second in the show! The winner was much, much bigger than Vivian, but that's how super heavyweight (200+) goes. Most women in the class are going to be taller and weigh more than Vivian. See the comparison here. Samantha Coleman, the winner, is a world record holding powerlifter. She's new to Strongman, so we look forward to seeing her at Worlds! Vivian feels so much less stress now that she's no longer defending champion. The hardest event for her was the fingal fingers, which she was unable to train on. Overall, the event was a lot of "cardio" because of all the reps and all the moving events. Huge event! 314 people competed overall! Vivian was only 3 points from first, and now feels like last year wasn't a fluke. Unfortunately, Sarah from Primal Bites was injured and couldn't make it to the show. Stacy finally got her MRI and so hopefully is closer to recovery! Kalle Beck's seminar was last week as well. The Rock, Dwayne Johnson eat 2.3 pounds of cod per day, according to his diet report. Or 821 pounds per year. Vivian is now deciding if she should cut 20 pounds to get under the heavyweight limit for her next show. Jen Sinkler is coming to the east coast! Stacy and Viv are planning on stalking her. See her on Snapchat! Go see Vivian at LoCo Crossfit on July 2 for a Strongman seminar as well! Stacy and Viv are looking into how to get rid of clothes they no longer use, especially their Lularoe and workout clothes. Wesley wants to create his own version of Batdad. Coming soon because we can't figure it our yet! Not to sound like a douche, but Stacy is good at almost everything. But she'll throw a temper tantrum if she finds something she's not good at. Ricky Bobby: If you're not first, you're last! Miss Congeniality playing the cups Outro (36:01)

Welcome to Strong Woman Radio, a sanctuary free of testosterone (except for a few special guests), where ladies who like to lift heavy things can chitchat about the struggles and success that comes with being a woman in a male dominated sport. We welcome listeners of all sports, be it strongman, Crossfit, olympic lifting or more; but be warned we don't like running very much unless we are carrying or dragging something heavy while we do it. DON'T FORGET TO download, subscribe to and listen to the previous episodes! And as you get familiar with the show, leave those reviews and ratings in iTunes, and send us your questions and comments via the comment form, which can be found here. Enjoy the show and lift on ladies!   Episode 51, How to Train When You Don't Have an Implement Intro (0:00) Latest & Greatest (1:16) Welcome back Stacy! She's back from vacation with her sisters and dad! She visited her relatives on her dad's mom's side. And they're pig farmers! How interesting! Stacy saw a Contiki tour bus, reminding her of Viv's trip. Super long flight back, wrecking her body and her jet lag is intense. Stacy would have returned to Strongman at Crossfit Burke this week, but the trip wiped her out. Instead, she attended a seminar with Calle Beck. Vivian is training for United States Strongman Nationals! (7:01) She hates everything. Up until the competition starts, Vivian is always unhappy. Which is the opposite of all other times. Let's talk about Vivian's preparations! (8:57) She's lifting intense every day now and extremely tired, but after her week off before the competition she'll be anxious to lift heavy again! You're much less likely to have a bad day after that rest. She's very excited to compete because there are over 300 competitors coming, including 8 Superheavyweight Women! How do you train if you don't have the implements? (10:57) This competition, she's doing Fingal Fingers (essentially flipping a giant telephone pole). She improvised by turning a yoke into a finger. Viv should put this on YouTube! Look for similar events you can train. A Conan's Wheel is a Zercher hold Farmers' Carry! If you can, you'd want to visit the gym where the competition is and train on your actual competition equipment! You can substitute almost anything for anything, really, with creativity. Work with what you have and just feel yourself getting stronger! Vivian is looking forward to hanging out with her friends! Former guests Meg Squats and Sarah did a couple of YouTube videos about strongman! (and there's shoutouts to both Stacy and Vivian!) Meg was pretending she didn't know Strongman and Stacy was like "But I met you at a Strongman competition!" It's a great fun video to watch! The week before a big competition, Vivian isn't fun to be around She's in her head about all the negative possibilities But when the competition starts, she already will know how she can work it out. Vivian feels like she has something to lose now, since she's the defending champion And the competition is stiffer this year, so she doesn't know how it will go this year. Viv's looking forward to the bourbon and fun later, after the competition. We promise we won't skip for a month, but we're off next week Vivian is going to be in Louisville next week! Check out her Instagram! Outro (23:50)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:16)Welcome to episode 50!Stacy and Vivian are also on Periscope while recording this episodeStacy is preparing to leave for a place that doesn't speak english, and the only other place outside of the US that she has been is CanadaShe can't remember a time where she has ever fully disconnected from work or social media, and she thinks it will be really good for herShe will have to learn to relaxWhen Stacy returns she will begin training at a local CrossFit gym, joining their Strongman training classesVivian and Stacy will also be attending this upcoming Strongman SeminarCome on out to the seminar if you are in the areaStacy survived Vivian's birthday partyThis week on The Paleo View (Stacy's other podcast), they are covering this article from the New York TimesWhat you need to remember about this study and what it teaches us about weight loss and maintenanceStacy is not surprised by what the study revealed, it is information we have been told for yearsHow food and lifestyle effects hormones - this study only supports thatStuff Happening on the Internet (13:15)I Survived 6 Weeks Of CrossFit As A Plus-Size, Body-Positive PersonStacy's similar postYou do you LauraEveryone has to start somewhereKnowing Your 'Why'When strength training isn't always funCreating your tribeUtilizing Starting StrongmanA pro Strongwoman division was recently created and it is a big thingThe weight classesPowerlifting (26:20)Taking steroids to get betterA video from Meg Squats on the presence of steroids in body building and competitive liftingStacy and Vivian's thoughts on a fair fightMake safe and informed choicesFeeling the feelsStay strong everyone!Outro (35:48)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:16)Welcome back everyone and welcome Sarah of Primal Bites and Sarah Lifts!Her second appearance on Strong Woman Radio (listen to her first appearance here)Sarah taught Stacy SnapchatSarah just competed in her first NAS competition, and she did a USS competition in FebruaryShe won both of themMore on Sarah (4:35)She is a graduating senior in collegeSarah use to Crossfit, but then transitioned to powerlifting full-timeIn the fall Sarah began to miss the variety she use to get with Crossfit, so she decided to try StrongmanShe found a Crossfit and Strongman gym in New YorkTo prep for a powerlifting competition she focused on powerlifting, but then after her competition she shifted her attention to StrongmanSarah still does a little bit of everything - but views it that she will have powerlifting seasons and Strongman seasonsQualifying for nationalsBelt etiquetteTips for People Looking to Transition (11:12)Utilizing Crossfit gyms, they may have Strongman implementsUse the map feature on Starting StrongmanConsider your goals when planning out your trainingSuggestions for blending powerlifting and strongman trainingLook into strongman classesSigning up for a show as a novice, and the doors a show will openSarah's thoughts on the competitionHad few expectationsThe weight class groupSarah's strategyHow the events wentThank you everyone for tuning in!You can find Sarah:BlogPrimal Bites InstagramSarah Lifts InstagramOutro (33:30)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:16)Welcome back everyone!What Vivian and Stacy have been doing on Friday nights as of lateStacy just started physical therapy and she is hoping it is helpfulThe current plan is two times a week for six weeksCan't tell if she feels improvement yetWhat she sees in the PT roomWhat her two appointments have looked like so farThe homework that she is suppose to be doing in between appointmentsGetting back to yoga, inversions and swimmingVivian got into programmingHer next show is nationals and she has 12 weeks of programming to help her prep for thatShe is doing a lot of conditioningThe incorporation of ROMWODDrinking a gallon of water dailyStacy uses the Healthy Human water bottle to help her get all her water in and she loves itVivian can't record an episode next week, but there will be a stand in for the showThe upcoming weight lifting shows that Stacy and Vivian will be attendingThe crazy gainz that Sarah has madeQuestion & Answer (18:05)Molly - Do you have any tips for Whole30ers or new Paleo eaters who are struggling to get acclimated to their new way of eating? Especially those in strength sports?Any pointers for strongma'ams? I like powerlifting, but I am starting to LOVE strongman implements more and more.The Paleo/carb fluProtein powders that are Paleo friendly (Stacy's preferred protein powder)Stacy likes caffeine as a pre-workoutCombining cold brew with protein powderHaving almond milk with a banana as a preworkoutYour body is missing sugarPlantain chips and sweet potatoes would be good post workout optionsFocus on nutrient dense food optionsCheck out 3 Phase Paleo or Real Life Paleo for more suggestions on how to handle the transition into PaleoStick to your basic lifts to keep up with your foundational strength buildingAdd in weekend stuff, conditioning stuffVivian's suggestion on how to schedule her workoutsThings Happening on the Internet (29:04)Lifting princessesHeavy bubblesStarting StrongmanOutro (35:48)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:16)Drunk cast - it is the Friday before spring break and the Friday of the start of March MadnessThank you everyone who participated in the LuLaRoe fundraising eventWhat's Happening on the Internet (4:19)Reebok changes policy on the food and drinks available at work16.4 for the CrossFit openA cool reflection from a first time competitorThis week Viv deadlifted 500 pounds - mic dropViv is now a sponsored athlete for Thick-to-ThinLet us know what is happening in your life and on the internet, please share those through the contact form here or through our social media accountsCome see us at May QueenWe will be back next week - stay strong everyone! Outro (23:25)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:16)Welcome back to Strong Woman Radio where we are showing up twice in a row!This week Noelle from Coconuts & Kettlebells is joining the showShe does fitness Periscope videos on the regularHer and Stacy met at Paleo f(x) last yearShe is somewhat local to Stacy, so they have met up at a handful of eventsAnd Stacy thinks Noelle is gorgeous and says to be sure to check her out on Instagram and PeriscopeAnd Noelle also hosts an amazing podcast, which you can find hereStacy's struggle finding proper chest support for her inversion workThe weirdo comments that happen on PeriscopeMore from Noelle (6:15)Noelle use to do a lot on endurance training, but wore herself out eventuallyUsing exercise as a form of punishmentLetting go of all of that four/five years ago and changing her perception of fitnessAt that time she got into a Crossfit gym and got into liftingFitness is now incorporated to bring health and longevity to her lifeSupporting her body in the long term and doing things that she actually enjoysThe home based workouts that Noelle does nowHer free home workout guide, which you can find hereMaking time for fitnessStacy's struggle with bulimia years agoThe amazing support within the female lifting communityThings Happening on the Internet (17:54)CrossFit OpenCrossFit comparisons gone badFeeling good about yourself and finding your best selfThe ArnoldDonna Moore, female winnerOther happenings from The ArnoldEmpowered women, empower womenBrian Shaw dramaThe latest big UFC fights, 196Exercise is not punishmentThank you so much Noelle for joining the show this week!Be sure to check out Noelle's site here and all of her channels!Stay strong everyone - we will be back soon!Outro (48:18)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:16)Vivian and Nicole were recently at the Strongest Southern Bell competition in Kentucky and Nicole is on this week's podcast to share an update from the competition along with some feedbackNicole had decided to compete in this competition somewhat late in the process and went about training a little differently than usualThe long break Nicole took after nationals and the injuries she was working to recover during that timeWhat led Nicole to want to jump back in to competing with Strongest Southern BellNeeding to make a last minute weight cut and seeking advice from Gabby, and how a last minute weight cut wentHow Nicole rehydrated after cutting weightHow the competition went for Viv and NicoleCheck out Danielle Curry on InstagramThis competition was the USS's 100th show and it was the largest all women's show everNow Nicole and Vivian quality for USS Nationals and USS Women's WorldWhat happens when doubt hits during a competitionThings Happening on the Internet (46:14)Crossfit Open just started, and Stacy's thoughts on a reset on the leaderboardThe Arnold took place the weekend the podcast was recorded and some amazing records were setA woman named Bonica squatted six hundred poundsHow to do Kegels Without Getting a Bulky, Manly VaginaTop 100 Plus Strongest Coaches to Learn FromMeeting podcast listeners at competitionsThank you Nicole for joining on this week's show and congratulations to both you and Vivian on your competitionStay strong everyoneOutro (55:32)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:16)We are back! And welcome to this week's guest, Andrea, who runs Thick-to-Thin apparelThick-to-Thin works on apparel for sizes from XS to 5XL, because everyone should be included in one shop and not have to go to a plus sized store to find clothesTheir mission is to empower women and to promote self-love and body positivity, and to do it through apparel and to show love to their customersHow Stacy and Andrea connectedHow Andrea used her frustration in the lack of clothing available to those with athletic builds to launch her own line of productsWhy Andrea prints the kind of statements on her tops that she does - we are all athletes in one way or anotherHow CrossFit impacted Andrea's confidenceThe incredible support and encouragement that exists amongst female liftersAndrea is giving Strong Woman Radio listeners 15% off with the code 'StrongWomen15' - so be sure to check out her site and take advantage of this great discount!You can even customize your favorite articles of clothing with your favorite sayingsVivan's favorite shirt from Thick-to-ThinWhat is Happening on the Internet (13:18)Ronda Rousey's apology on an image that was edited without her approvalHer return to the media circuitAshley Graham First Plus-Sized Model on Cover of SIThe complete revival of body acceptance in the last year Barbie's body size changeThe newly added junior division to Strongman eventsTeenage girl athletes, and all the changes that are happening within this younger generation The StrongMom division added to lifting competitions Be sure to check out Thick-to-Thin apparel and use the code 'StrongWomen15' for 15% off some great workout gearThank you Andrea for joining this week's show! Stay strong everyone - we will be back again soon! Be sure to submit those questions via the blog HERE, or on social mediaOutro (39:30)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:16)Jen and JVB are on this week's show - welcome!Loved having Jen on the show last time, listen hereThis duo just released the program Unapologetically PowerfulThe program was a blast to launch, it felt like such a feminist move to focus a program on getting stronger and to not make it about weight loss at allWhat Unapologetically Powerful is?A power lifting programCreated with the goal of making the three power lifts very approachable and accessible for anyone interested in getting stronger working with free-weightsAnybody can be a powerlifter, and spreading that message was the goal of this programThe program is 12 weeks long, with both a beginners and intermediate level, and people can chose their own trackBiofeedback, the method of training used at Movement Minneapolis, is incorporated into the program, and this is the only program to incorporate that elementJVB shared more on what biofeedback isStacy had the chance to train with biofeedback testing and was able to feel the difference it makes with your liftsBiofeedback is great for learning to listen to your body, and to push it to gain strength in the direction that is right for youFor more information on biofeedback, see hereThe risks of strongman training What happened after JVB competed in her first power lifting meet and the flame that it lit in herStuff Happening on the Internet (15:44)Vienna Teen Lifts Car Off FatherMolly Galbraith body image post gone mega viralWomen's Health banned the phrases "bikini body" and "drop 2 body sizes" from their publicationHealthy weight checks on models in Paris'Weight Loss Rage Found' articleStacy's similar experience losing 100 poundsStacy is no longer staying silent about the crap and this is why!What Else is Going On? (30:03)Jen just got back from Philly working on a shoot for a speed and athleticism program, geared towards womenVivian's latest competition, Ice Queen, and all that happened at the competitionBe sure to check out Unapologetically PowerfulYou can find Jen on her site, Facebook, Instagram, TwitterYou can find JVB on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter We won't be back next week, but we will be back with a new show two weeks from nowThanks everyone for tuning in - stay strong! Outro (48:38)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:16)Welcome back to Strong Woman Radio! (listen to Meg's previous appearance here)Megan recently relocated to New York and has been hitting it hard on the YouTube gameShe is able to work from home for her job, so it keeps her life flexible so she can focus on these other projects that she hasOn YouTube she documents her life, and has also been able to feature many other awesome strong peopleShe is essentially interviewing people and learning about how they got strong to share those tips with othersMeg lifting with Sarah since they are both in New YorkStacy's second back treatment worked!It was a sprained jointShe will go in for a third treatmentShe currently has a low level of painWill take things slow getting back into liftingVivian has a contest the day after this show airsVivian's new boyfriend Brian the BarThings Happening on the Internet (7:27)Woman who is competing in the California's Strongest Woman who yoked her two friendsThe series premiere of 'My Diet is Better Than Yours'The SkimmThe updated health guidelinesPower lifting grannyDaisy Ridley's quote, "I don't know if #fitnessfriday is a thing(?!) but HERE'S MINE! Lifting 80 kilos/176 pounds feeling like an absolute boss. Initially I had to pack on some muscle to look like a desert scavenger, but have continued working out because it makes me feel really good. The female form is beautiful in all shapes and sizes, whether that's athletic, straight up straight down or curvy; you just have to do what makes you feel good, try not compare yourself to other people and LOVE YOURSELF!!! As it stands I'm of the athletic variety so I'm gonna keep pumping those weights"All About Meg (28:00)How Meg found a new lifting crew and gymFinding a location that was convenient to her locationAsking for feedback via InstagramAttending open gym at a CrossFit facility and powerlifting at CrossFit SolaceNothing will beat Balance Gym in DCMeg is currently training for the ArnoldBarely snuck in her qualification to competeTraining has been roughThe feels that come from moving and how it impacts you to leave your coaches and lifting partnersHer method for evaluating her progress during this period in her lifeDropping weight class and Meg's strategy when dropping weightMeg's plans for an off season and possibly toying with strong woman training What are your favorite eats these days? Home ChefFocusing on getting in meats and vegetablesStacy recommends Meg checks out Pizza Boats and Twice Baked MacaroniMeg will be back in DC for Black and Red BarbellUsing the YouTube offices to film and edit, and what other YouTube projects she is working on Meg thanks for coming back on the show! Stay strong everyone, thanks for tuning in! And don't forget to find Meg on Instagram here and YouTube hereOutro (56:25)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:16)We are back!Understanding the ways of SnapchatVivian is lifting all the lifts, snapchating, periscopeingThe lifting schedule is three days on, one day offStacy had to get back treatment, which wasn't a magical wandHowever, she did stop eating inflammatory foods to facilitate healing through food; she is also walking while at work on her tread deskYou can find out more about Stacy's dietary protocol on The Paleo View hereWhat is Happening on the Internet (7:54)CrossFit invitationalsCamille with the stoneArticle by Amanda Price on The Barbelle Club blog, "What is You're Already 'Bulky'?"Body image issuesJen Sinkler and JVB released Unapologetically PowerfulThe resources shared surrounding the launch of this programStanding Tall: How Powerlifting Builds Mad Confidence180 Pound Situation, i.e. the ban of heavy weight woman at a contest in Huntington Beach, CaliforniaSame Team mentalityMotivation (28:50)How to factor in workouts when your schedule is hecticMaking a planIf you aren't feeling inspired, find a new activity and take a break from what isn't feeling rightFind a lifting buddy Everyone have a wonderful holidayStay strong and we will be back in January with some awesome guests! Outro (39:58)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:16)Vivian has a case of the feels because she just started her new training program and is tiredStacy has a case of the feels because she has been listening to Adele's new album a lotWhat is Happening on the Internet (2:27)Ronda Rousey's fight - from the weigh in to the aftermath of the resultsRonda's mother's concerns over how Ronda was being coached and managed pre-fightWhat Ronda did for female fightersNew York Times article on strength training and brain functionThe article on how being overweight can protect your healthHeidi Powell making gainsMaking Gains (15:37)Vivian is getting smaller, but making muscle gains because her weight is staying the same, but her body is shrinkingThe role that protein plays with building muscleVivian and Stacy's Top 5 Favorite Easy Forms of ProteinQuest Peanut Butter Protein ShakeM + H Chocolate ProteinLiquid Egg WhiteMini FrittatasRibeyeFishStacy has canned tuna or canned salmon with Chosen Foods avocado oil mayo over a bed of greensAnchovies on Caesar saladOystersGreat sources of carbsPotatoes (both white and sweet)PlantainsAdding weight to the barVolume versus max repsThe role that recovery playsWorking hard to avoid over training, you have to sleep and rest in order to build muscleHow Stacy and Vivian structure their training schedules for gainsQ & A (41:20)Thank you note from SusanOlivia - how to eat more, do less cardio, and work on making gainsReplacing cardio with body weight movements, like yogaCheck out Jen Sinkler and Nia's programs for more helpAlso listen to Jen's appearance on the podcast hereAnd Nia's appearance on the podcast hereHeidi Powell's appearance on Dr. Oz and her body building tipsHave a wonderful Thanksgiving everyone!Don't listen to Adele while trainingOutro (50:31)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:16)Throwing shade at Vivian's hairWelcome Natcha!Stacy and Natcha met in Canada while on the Real Life Paleo book tourNatcha is a biomedical researcherWhen she had began dealing with ongoing back injuries she started doing a bit of investigation which got her more into healthNatcha can be found on her site hereNatcha's interest in hormones and how they impact general health and functions Today Natcha will be joining Stacy and Vivian to discuss injuries - prevention and recoveryStacy did go see a spinal specialist M.D. and determined than an MRI is needed at this pointStacy is feeling a lot better, and is considering doing a bit of exercise to aid in her recoveryWhat is Happening on the Internet (7:45)Vivian's latest competition and competing with menWhat competition will be next for VivianVivian's favorite take away from competing with men was seeing women's reaction to knowing that women could compete with men - and how serious the men were during the competitionCheck out Vivian's Periscope and YouTube to see more from the competitionHow Vivian is feeling and recoveryInjury Prevention Ideas (19:47)Moving screen and assessment before a competition or taking on a new routineWhy the 'no pain no gain' mentality is always bad and learning to identify what pain feels like in your own bodyThe vital role that warming up playsStretchingRecovery (30:50)Supplementing to speed up recoveryStacy's prioritization to reduce pro-inflamatory foodsMore on how diet can impact inflammationAdditional supplements to help with inflammation from injuriesBiofeedback (45:05)Seeing if something is right for your body by testing a movementWhat you are looking for when testingRecognizing when you aren't feeling 100% heading into the gym and what that means for your workoutThank you Natcha for coming on this week's show!You can find Natcha here for more information or to work with herYou can also download a free report on injury prevention hereStay strong everyone, we will be back next week!Outro (53:17)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:16)A live Periscope-cast took place for episode 38A recap of what happened to Stacy recentlyWas feeling better and worked out twiceWent to a volunteer event and was helping move rocksStacy wanted to show off her strength by picking something up that was very heavy, and despite proper lifting form, she injured her back againVivian has been training a lot, and she has been sharing more of her workouts on PeriscopeVivian also found out that in her next competition she will be competing against menA reminder to listeners to take advantage of the Why Our Way straps discount, exclusive to listeners, type in SWR at checkout to receive 10% offWhat Has Benn Happening on the Internet (9:23)Vivian found out that a USS show in Detroit, that is an all women's show before the new year, is now a pro world champion qualifier event - and this will happen on December 12 if anyone wants to do this show - find more details hereBumper plates versus metal plates - do they make your lifts easierThe hercules holdKeg pressesQuestions (15:09)What is happening with Stacy's back?Stacy went and talked with an ortho person and found out that she has a dislocated, twisted tailboneThere is only one way to fix that, other than surgery, and that is to have someone manually turn her tailbone the same way you would pop-in a dislocated shoulder...but in a very different region of the bodyShe is planning to have her tailbone popped back into place, but has been mentally preparing for the fixApparently once it is back in place, everything feels back to normal in about five minutesKnee wrap preferences?Stacy has only used Reebok knee sleeves to date, she has never tried knee wraps or straps, and she has only used them when she feels like she is needing some support or to feel a little sturdierVivian doesn't use any knee straps or wrapsHow do you fix a squat when you are lopsided?Stacy thinks that it tends to be an ankle mobility problem for most people, or you could have misalignment from quad squattingStacy recommends getting back to basics, making sure you are mobile and loose before you squat, dropping weights and really focusing on form, and seeing if you can fix that - working up in weight as you correct thatYou can also see a medical professional for more guidanceVivian suggests using butt engaging warm-upsVivan's grip-tember goalWhat Heather and Stacy were working on in the gym recentlyPrior to her recent injury, Stacy was working body-weight exercises, wall balls, Bulgarian split squats, and pressesQuestion (27:07)How to balance the 5-3-1, Wendler program with WODs?Cycle it in so you don't over do itVivian would do three strength days, and factor in WODs on the other days, keeping her metcons very shortHow best to incorporate will vary from box to box based on the programingStacy reminds people to really focus on formVivian reminds people to take your time and focus on your lifts and recovering in between setsDon't forget about mobility and core workThe contact form on the site was broken, so previously submitted questions were lost, please resubmit here and we will get to them on a future showIf you like this live Q&A periscope show format, please let us know and we will schedule more on Friday eveningsThank you for tuning in - we will be back soon!Don't forget to get the Why Our Way straps at a 10% discount with the code SWROutro (33:45)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Welcome back to Strong Woman Radio!This week we have a special guest - welcome Julie RaderStacy discovered Julie through her Instagram account while she was competing in nationalsStrongman Nationals were incredibleMore on how Julie found her way into StrongmanCompetition with training partnersThe Crossfit movements that are difficult for JulieWhat Julie is focusing on for the ArnoldsDiversifying your training, and how to select what movements you focus on and whenThe agility that Crossfit teachesThis week's show is sponsored by Why Our Way, lifting straps that Vivian and Stacy crazy loveTake advantage of the discount code exclusive to Strong Woman Radio podcast listeners by entering code SWR at checkout for 10% offAn invitation to Julie to come lift at House of GainzThe events at nationals and how they went for JulieThe new convertibleLifting carsQuestions:Frank the Pegasus - what is the best way to learn olympic lifts?Find a good coachOr find someone you can send a video to so they can critique your technique and movementsTire flipsThe starting positionA decent squatWhat are some of your tips for proper squat?How Stacy learned to keep her body upright, which was her biggest challenge - wall squatsLearning what depth isThe difference a good belt can makeThank you Julie for joining us for this week's episodeBe sure to follow Julie on Facebook here and Instagram hereJoin Julie's journey to the being the world's strongest womanJulie's eating philosophyThank you again Julie for coming on the show! Stay strong, Vivian and Stacy will be back next week, and don't forget to check out Why Our WayOutro (37:12)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)The only thing Stacy has been making time for outside of her crazy work schedule is time with a chiropractorStacy is also looking into incorporating an inversion table to help with her recoveryThe night of the recording, Vivian was at poleVivian's sister is really into pole and amazing at itWho Stacy and Vivian watch on social media for inspiration with their sportsVivian and her recent runThings Happening on the Internet this Week (6:33)The NAS Nationals womenStrong tattoosBreaking Muscle article on training strongmanRonda RouseyStacy's ankle is not healingDeadlifts (12:50)Grip-toberWhy Our Way straps to help with grip5 Tips to Improve Your DeadliftNot doing switch grip and using wrist strapsSet up rightTensionAlternate the way that you deadliftProtect your back and spineVivian's 90's dance partyHurricane is coming - ready for an excuse to relaxBoot loveFrustrations on government budgetingWhy Our Way discount code - enter code SWR for 10% off your orderLet us know if these deadlift tips help you, and be sure to check out the Why Our Way strapsOutro (36:25)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)It is the end of the fiscal year for Stacy so she walked in the door from a long day of work, unable to eat dinner yet, and grabbed a glass of wine as they set up this week's podcast recordingVivian works in a similar line of work so is also feeling a lot of pressure on fiscal year closeStacy had a birthday and they celebrated last week instead of recording a new episodeWhat all the birthday celebrations includedStacy's injury still hasn't fully recovered and she is seeking additional medical input to help her get to the bottom of itVivian is loving sharing her lifts on PeriscopeAnkle injuries and wearing shoes that support ankle mobilityThese are the ones Stacy recommends Reebok CrossFit Lite TRVivian is working on her flexibility and sticking with her usual lifting - she also decided on what lifting competitions she will be participating inCompetition discussionWhat Happened on the Internet (18:03)Gaining respect as a female lifterMemes that trash talk and compare one female lifter to the nextTrash talking, when and whereHealthy competitionFeels (28:17)Office SnacksRx BarsDark chocolateVital Protein and Matcha Powder Liquid egg whitesMr. OlympiaWomen moving up in the sportQuestions & Answers (38:17)Weight-lifting belt recommendationsWhen Stacy and Vivian wear their beltsHow to handle callusesPrimal Life Organics hand repairThanks for tuning in!Be sure to follow Vivian on Periscope and tune in on Tuesday and Thursdays for live liftsAnd email questions to paleoparentsteam@gmail.comOutro (57:09)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Protein SupplementsStacy uses M&H beef protein, and prior to that she used a egg white proteinThere is also a protein powder available through One Stop Paleo ShopThe other popular protein powders that Vivian and Stacy have heard of are About Time, SF Protein, Quest Protein Powder, and Progenex Protein PowderVivian decided not to do Harvest QueenStacy is looking for what her next program may be in light of her recent injuryThe Ladies Lift Here Events are always so much fun to attend, and they are so well orchestratedStacy won't be there, but Vivian will be there judgingStacy and Vivian are both in the busy season with their jobs , so not able to work a ton right nowStacy is still enjoying walking at her desk while at work, especially she doesn't have much time to make it to the gym right nowVivian's routine when she gets to the gymStacy's routine when she gets to the gymWhen you are super busy and tired, how should you handle working out?Stacy recommends that if you don't get at least seven hours of sleep to not lift, also take epsom salt soaks if you are noticing you aren't recovering that wellHow Vivian handles mobility before lifting competitionsThe challenges that come with falling out of a routineSend questions to paleoparentsteam@gmail.comIf you want to Periscope with Vivian, she does those on Tuesday and ThursdayIdeas on future guests for the showOutro (32:50)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Welcome back to Strong Woman Radio!Standing desksHow/why Stacy brought her walking desk to the office, and how it is promoting weight-loss for the first time in years! And all the other amazing benefits she has been experiencing sinceVivian's suggestion on how Stacy can help heal her hipThere are ways to make your own standing deskVivian's feelings on her training as of lateThe benefits of yogaThe people Stacy follows on Instagram for yoga inspirationWelcome Heather (20:54)Heather just signed up for her first strongman competitionHer experience with starting strongmanStrategy with placement in competitionsKnowing where your stability limits are at when warming up for a specific lift Emotions when lifting Thanks for tuning in! We will schedule Heather to come on the show again to share on her first competitionWhat a novice competition is and how you get an invitation to nationalsNo show next week, but we will be back again soon! Outro (52:59)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Thank you to everyone who participated in last week's Periscope session for the live lift - follow Viv at MissVFit (watch her Twitter feed for links as well)Stacy's training for her upcoming competition and her injuryHow Stacy is managing the injury and working on recoveryThe injuries Vivian has sustained over the years of trainingThoughts on the CrossFit GamesStacy and Vivian's perception on the weights and challengesCheck out Down South Paleo - such amazing food!Don't forget to submit those questions to paleoparentsteam@gmail.comOutro (37:27)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)The CrossFit GamesStacy and Vivian are toying around with Periscope and sharing their lift via this channelToday's Show - What a Schedule for Time in the Gym Looks Like (4:22)How does Stacy spend three hours in the gym?How long Vivian typically works outFueling during long lift sessionsThe difference between weekday lifts versus weekend liftsEating before a big lift and how to strategize based on your body and what you respond to - what is typical for StacyStrongman Sunday, and the pre-lift supplements and snacksTwo dinners post liftSolid chunk of time dedicated to mobilizationThe lifts and how to structure the sets and the repsHow the calendar impacts your trainings scheduleRecovery and the time post liftSend show feedback, questions and requests to paleoparentsteam@gmail.comWe will be back next week!Please be sure to leave those reviews and to share the show with others!Outro (33:46)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Welcome back everyone!And a big welcome to Nia Shanks from Lift Like a GirlMore from Nia and why she is passionate about what she is passionate about (3:51)Your health and fitness choices should empower youWhat inspired Nia to get into fitness and what inspired her to promote this message?Being positive about your focus right nowWhat other people have to say and validating ourselves through othersHow Nia launched the Lift Like a Girl brand and what happened when it took offHer training focus these daysOffers online distance coachingTips on getting started with strength trainingFavorite movements to teach and whyHer favorite forms of fuelFind Nia on her site hereYou can also find all of her resources here, including the book she mentioned on binge eatingThanks everyone, we will be back next week!Outro (43:15)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Vivian now has a very big belt - champion of USS National 2015The order of events from Vivian's latest competitionIf you are in the Indiana area be sure to check out LuLu's Coffee ShopMaking weightThe other competitorsSharing stats on social media and getting coached from a remote locationRemote Coaching (11:47)Stacy found an online coach to help her fine-tune her training and take it to the next levelStacy's recent PR winsMore from Vivian's competition (you can see pictures from the event on her Instagram)Upcoming competitions that Stacy is registered forSend questions you want Stacy and Vivian to answer to paleoparentsteam@gmail.comStacy tuned for some upcoming guests on the show, July has a great lineup!Congratulations to Vivian on her competition!Outro (41:01)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)It has been a bit since Stacy and Vivian have seen each other - Stacy has been travelingVivian has been prepping for USS NationalsThis week we will talk about how to prep for showsEveryone has a really unique process leading up to a showWhat Vivian recommends for show prep and whyStacy's process and whyFavorite foods pre, during and post competitionsSoupHeavy starch (rice, sushi, potatoes)BCAA Glutamine PowderKombucha gelatin bitesProtein shakeM+H Naturals protein powderRxBar or Epic BarYogurtMarshmallowsFavorite gear and thingsStrapsLifting shoes  (Reebok) - Stacy really likes Reebok's CrossFit Lite TR, which are 40% off this weekend!Specific clothes for stone (Vivian, Stacy)Collars Tape Belt (Vivian, Stacy)Tacky Baby oil and coconut oil Thanks all for tuning in - while we will be gone next week, get ready for some great guests in the weeks to follow!Outro (39:39)

Welcome to Strong Woman Radio, a sanctuary free of testosterone (except for a few special guests), where ladies who like to lift heavy things can chitchat about the struggles and success that comes with being a woman in a male dominated sport. We welcome listeners of all sports, be it strongman, Crossfit, olympic lifting or more; but be warned we don't like running very much unless we are carrying or dragging something heavy while we do it. DON'T FORGET TO download, subscribe to and listen to the previous episodes! And as you get familiar with the show, leave those reviews and ratings in iTunes, and send us your questions and comments via the comment form, which can be found here. Enjoy the show and lift on ladies! Episode 27, Ladies Lift Here Intro (0:00) Latest & Greatest (1:14) Stacy and Viv welcome Amanda from Ladies Lift Here. How Amanda got started and the bathroom incident that inspired the namesake of her women's strength movement. Woman-only shows, including the different atmosphere they provide, and why Stacy now prefers co-ed shows. Upcoming events from Ladies Lift Here. The benefits of training with other women, attending shows with women and promoted by women- especially for novice lifters. The camaraderie between men and women and the wonderfully supportive men that show up to help at women's competitions. Advice from Amanda for anyone who wants to get started in Strongman or lifting. Why watching a women-only show is a blast. Thanks to Amanda for being on the podcast, and for being a great resource for women in this sport! Connect with Amanda on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (and don't forget to use the hashtag #ladieslifthere)! Outro (45:31)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Stacy was in a deadlift groove when the show was set to record, so next week will feature a very special guestVivian is now eating with consistency and finding ways to better manage her thyroid conditionA bit on Vivian's trip to Europe and exploring on her ownThe dating app that everyone is using!Dating in the gymStacy and Matt in the gymAshley from LivinPaleo preparing for Crossfit RegionalsVivian's and Stacy's mega love for Bubba'sStacy's new favorite protein powder, made from beef and amazingly deliciousVivian's love for noodles, and Stacy's love for brothWorkout RandyVivian and Stacy are going to pair up on a challenge and will announce it once selectedOutro (35:09)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)We are BACK!!Vivian just got back from a trip to Europe and everyone is happy to have her back in House of GainzJoining Stacy and Vivian this week is Stefani Ruper, the expert on women's health and author of Sexy by NatureWill be discussing the health effects of cutting weight, and how to build body awareness to see the signs when your body is pushing back against changes you are makingStefani's experience from under eating and what happened How managing your hormones and long-term health go hand in handEvaluating your goals and making sure your actions truly match those goalsStefani's closing words on partnering with your body and enriching and nourishing itYou can find Stefani on her podcast, Paleo for Woman, her site here, and be sure to check out Sexy by NatureOutro (29:25)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Welcome back to a beverage infused show!On this week's show Nicole and Heather will be sharing on their experience from entering into trainingMore from Nicole & Heather (4:44) What was exciting when they first got into heavy lifting? Measuring your strength against your own PRs, not othersHow they have built out their own home gyms? Other workouts that Nicole and Heather do in addition to lifting and whenSeeking training and programming, especially when you are new to lifting Achieving gainsSurprises from taking on a lifting regimen Finding and creating a lifting community Thanks ladies for coming on this week's show! Don't forget to find Nicole on her blog and Heather on her'sIf this episode sparked questions, please feel free to email paleoparentsteam@gmail.com - and if you have already submitted a question and it hasn't bene answered yet, please resubmit to paleoparentsteam@gmail.comOutro (53:47)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)From keg carries to keg tosses, evaluating Strongman competitionsCongratulations to Courtney on her recent weightlifting competition win!Stacy became a cardio queen while on vacation, walking 2.5 marathonsHow to Train Alone (17:00)The challenge with finding a programWhy Stacy chose SmolovFinding jeans that fitDrinking gin and kombuchaDoing the things you don't necessarily like to doGoal setting and trackingProgram suggestionsRest timeQ & A (40:14)The question form is broken and we are fixing it, but please send questions to paleoparentsteam@gmail.comHow do you know if knee sleeves are necessary?How to prioritize lifting equipment purchases?Thanks all for joining us! More guests and great show topics to come!Outro (49:21)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Welcome back lifting loves and welcome Megan GallagherRecent Lift Big Eat Big ambassadorWelcome Sarah from Primal BitesMacro Tracking (2:35)Sarah inspired Stacy to track her macrosViv is currently toying with macro trackingFueling for performance and how macro tracking can help with thatMeg is carb cycling, and does high protein majority of the timeStacy's results from high carb daysHow Meg tracks macros without driving herself crazyQuest Bars and RxBarsStacy's lunch recommendations for proteinStacy's protein shakes have Healthy N Fit protein powder in themSarah's history with tracking and liftingShakes vs. whole food formThe confusion with flexible dietingStacy's goalsHow to handle tracking when you want to cutWhen you know it is time to change what you are doingClosing Thoughts (54:20)You can find Sarah at the blog Primal BitesMeg mostly posts on Instagram and she also vlogs - she is just joining the Lift Big Eat Big team of athletes and encourages you to follow along on InstagramJust a reminder we will not be recording for a week or two, but will be back soonOutro (56:43)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Activity trackers, Viv is thinking about getting oneRecent workouts in House of GainzOvertraining (9:08) With 15.3 coming up, now is the perfect time to talk about overloading and overtrainingWhat overtraining means and the signsThe training schedule that is conducive to Stacy's progressAdding in cardio as a form of recoveryListening to your body and what it needsRest daysDeloading Taking time off before competitions A YouTube video from Stacy and Viv - find it hereWhat would you like us to cover? What questions do you have? Email paleoparentsteam@gmail.com or leave them hereStacy is getting ready to go to Florida and Viv is getting ready to go to Europe, so the schedule will be a bit different in AprilIf you enjoy the show, don't forget to leave a review here Outro (38:31)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Welcome back Nicole, and congrats to both you and Viv on your recent win of the title Strongest Southern BellsDon't forget Beyond Bacon is at Costco, so don't forget to pick up a copy!Thoughts on The OpenViv and Nicole's road trip to the competition and the things they enjoyed along the wayHow the competition wentWhat Viv and Nicole learning about training in an unfamiliar facilityThe other competitors and the varied backgroundsThe benefit of working your weaknessDon't cherry pick contests!Nationals is June 28 in IndianapolisThank you again to Nicole for coming back on this week's show!Outro (44:44)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Welcome back Steph from Stupid Easy Paleo to talk about nutritionMore on Stephanie and the resources available on her siteThe Paleo AthletePaleo Performance CookbookStacy's review hereWhat got Stephanie interested in teaching others about food for trainingMacro tracking and Stephanie's philosophyCalories do matter, but it boils down to awarenessUnless you are trying to push your body composition, being super precise may not be necessaryTracking is a great thing for short term goals, but not a great way to live lifeWhole food recommendations and whyStacy's tracking and fueling methodsRecovery and how food contributes to itThanks again to Stephanie for joining us on this week's show - don't forget to check out all of her great resources!Stacy's next signing event will be at Paleo f(x), learn more about this great event hereBeyond Bacon is now available in Costco stores across the U.S.Outro (1:00:58)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Viv finished Cupid's Undie Run and reached her fundraising goal, which means Stacy and Viv will be recording some demo videos on fundamental movementsThank you everyone for the donations!It was very cold, but a lot of funThis weekend Viv is competing in Strongest Southern Bell in KentuckyBe sure to follow Viv here to follow alongStacy is hoping to go to The ArnoldMatt And Stacy just found out that there second cookbook, Beyond Bacon, just got picked up in all Costco US stores - available starting March 3Welcome Kalle Beck!Starting StrongmanHow Kalle started and got involved with strongman trainingThe related worlds of CrossFit and strongman and how the movements are running on parallel tracksStarting Strongman will be sponsoring athletes soonWhat all Kalle oversees with his athletesHow Kalle is using social media to boost strongman awarenessHow Stacy came to the sport and what made her passionate about its reputation Making time for productive training and properly fueling itThe future on Strongwoman Thanks again to Kalle for coming on today's show! Don't forget to check out his site Starting Strongman, it has lots of great resourcesOutro (58:42)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Welcome Ashley Beaver!Her protein barsHer blogHer recent guest post on the Paleo ParentsMore from Ashely on how she got into lifting and made it into her focusThe OpenAshely's training schedule and her plans for The OpenLack of weight classes in CrossFitHow Ashley decided to go from team to individual competitor with the CrossFit OpenCrossFit incorporating Strongman moves into the competitionThanks Ashley for coming on the show!Outro (36:08)

Episode 16, Welcome Diane Fu!Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Welcome from Diane Fu from FuBarbell More on Diane and how she got into lifting and why she started FuBarbellQ&A with DianeWhat is it like to train with KStar?What are your warmup and prep recommendations for mobility?Do you see a difference when training men versus women?What should people look for in a coach when determining if they are a good fit to work with?Do you grunt or not grunt in the gym?Cursing in the gym - thoughts?Solution to finding jeans that fit?Who is her favorite tattoo artist and what do you tattoos mean?What drives her as an athlete?Favorite part of your job?How to break bad habits with lifting technique?What is your favorite food? And what does your typical day of eating look like?Find Diane here along with information on how to participate in one of her seminarsOutro (1:00:00)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Back this week for episode 15, and brace yourself for episode 16 with a very big guestWelcome to this week's guests Nicole and MeganA bit on how all these ladies know each otherThis week's show will be about new year's goals and how to refine and focus them a bit as we head into FebruaryHow Nicole and Megan's goals have changed since they started strength trainingIt is OK to feed your squats!What can happen when you get too restrictiveYou can't have the goal to both lose weight and get stronger, and successfully obtain both of those goalsStacy wrapping up Smolov and thinking ahead to her next competitionLong term goals - work towards it, be patient, make good choicesAthleta is where the strong women shopMoment to soap boxBe a leader as a strength training woman, it is ok to be strong and to eatThanks Nicole and Megan for coming on this week and sharing you stories and tips!Outro (42:28)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:14)Look - they are back again!Apologies for the sound quality, since Viv and Stacy now record in person it is a little differentThe need to pull a truckStacy got sick with a stomach bugCorrecting squat formViv's weekend - visits to the museum, judging Cold War, and piloting Stacy's new Work Place Paleo programDon't forget about supporting the UNDIE RUN!http://my.cupids.org/missvfitIf she reaches her fundraising goal she will make a training video on the 9 fundamental Crossfit movementsAll the money raised goes to children with cancerWe are low on questions, so be sure to submit those here or email them to paleoparentsteam@gmail.comQuestions & Answers (27:27)Janice - how can I add in carbs without the drastic weight swings?The scienceStacy's experienceRob Wolf's thoughts on low carb part 1 and part 2Thanks again everyone for tuning in - we will be back next week!Outro (42:28)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:15)Welcome to our first male guests, Barry Von Perkins from The Edge and Dustin Payne from Nova Strongman - they will be sharing on what it is like to train women in the sport of lifting heavy thingsBarry's involvement with Ice QueenHow Barry has seen woman come into lifting as of lateIt's not I can't - it is I have not yet - how your mental approach impacts your abilitiesSpeed bumps and lady lumpsHow strength training programs differ between men and womenThe importance of making time for yourself and creating habitsWhat to do when you can't find a good strength training gym in your areaThe craziest things Barry and Dustin have encountered while training womenHow empowering lifting can beThe most difficult part to training womenThe role of recoveryPerformance in training vs. contestsTraining tactics for competitionsFind the upcoming Ladies Lift competitions hereFind many more amazing resources and information on Ladies Lift HereOutro (1:14:18)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:15)Stacy finished the Real Life Paleo book tour and got to lift with Jen Sinkler while in MinneapolisThe cat clan in Stacy's houseViv's next competition will be on February 28 and is also doing Cupid Undie Run - support her at http://my.cupids.org/missvfitIf she reaches her fundraising goal she will make a training video on the 9 fundamental Crossfit movementsAll the money raised goes to children with cancerViv also went to the recent Ice Queen Competition hosted by Ladies Lift Here - they are looking to host another one in April so be on the lookout for thatChallenges with speed bumpsDear Kates shorts and pantsQuestions & Answers (22:54)Crystal - how do I pick the right gym?Katrina - what to do after the hypertrophy cycle?Closing Thoughts (38:46)Thank you everyone for your support and engagement!Don't forget to submit those questions, feel free to send them to paleoparentsteam@gmail.com or to send them in via social mediaWe will be lining up more guests for future episodesSome posts from Stacy of note:Self respectEating challenges and disordered behavior Outro (44:36)

Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:15)First time recording in person, may start doing this on a weekly basis when they meet up to liftDealing with year end feelsLifting hungoverThe new Friday routine - lift, record, amazing food from Matt and a hot tub soakHow to break the rut, especially when you don't have a specific lifting/fitness goalUnsure of where to startSecuring support and motivationComing up with a plan/programStacy went with Smolov Self respect - read more hereViv's next competition will be on February 28 and is also doing Cupid Undie Run - support her at http://my.cupids.org/missvfitIf she reaches her fundraising goal she will make a training video on the 9 fundamental Crossfit movementsAll the money raised goes to children with cancerOutro (29:32)

Episode 10Intro (0:00)Latest & Greatest (1:15)Why the long break? Real Life Paleo was released and Stacy headed out on The Paleo View Book Signing TourVivian's fitness recommendations for Stacy while on tourHow Stacy is going to build consistency with training again and her priorities in life nowHow Stacy is going to train in a home gym for future competitionsVivian's next competition will likely be in AprilVivian is doing Cupid Undie Run - support her at http://my.cupids.org/missvfitIf she reaches her fundraising goal she will make a training video on the 9 fundamental Crossfit movementsAll the money raised goes to children with cancerVivian is CRAFTING FOR THE KIDS! This year she will be making arm knit infinity scarves!I ask that for donations of $15+ I'll finger knit ear warmer/headband for donations of $30+ you will get a scarf of my choosing. If you Donate $40+ you can pick your own colors! This would make a great gift and will helpthe kids to #endNFDiet choices to support recovery and goalsQuestions & Answers (41:08)Sylvia - how to handle cramps while lifting?Angie - how to lift despite previous back injuries?Kristy - more ideas on dealing with stinky training clothes and gearSweat SuckersSarah - how best to handle weight increase increments to build strength?Outro (1:04:44)

Welcome to Strong Woman Radio, a sanctuary free of testosterone (except for a few special guests), where ladies who like to lift heavy things can chitchat about the struggles and success that comes with being a woman in a male dominated sport. We welcome listeners of all sports, be it strongman, Crossfit, olympic lifting or more; but be warned we don't like running very much unless we are carrying or dragging something heavy while we do it. DON'T FORGET TO download, subscribe to and listen to the previous episodes! And as you get familiar with the show, leave those reviews and ratings in iTunes, and send us your questions and comments via the comment form, which can be found here. Enjoy the show and lift on ladies! Episode 9 Intro (0:00) Latest & Greatest (1:15) Vivian's thoughts on Real Life Paleo Stacy's plans for working out while on The Paleo View Book Signing Tour Love of leggings - Stacy's packing list for the tour The plans for The Paleo View Book Signing Tour Food as medicine Send us your guest requests for this show! If you have recommendations for where Stacy should eat while she is on the tour submit them through the comments form Vivian's deadlift PR Stacy's experience with her lifting ability being questioned Vivian is doing Cupid Undie Run - support her at http://my.cupids.org/missvfit If she reaches her fundraising goal she will make a training video on the 9 fundamental Crossfit movements Outro (57:23)

Welcome to Strong Woman Radio, a sanctuary free of testosterone (except for a few special guests), where ladies who like to lift heavy things can chitchat about the struggles and success that comes with being a woman in a male dominated sport. We welcome listeners of all sports, be it strongman, Crossfit, olympic lifting or more; but be warned we don't like running very much unless we are carrying or dragging something heavy while we do it. DON'T FORGET TO download, subscribe to and listen to the previous episodes! And as you get familiar with the show, leave those reviews and ratings in iTunes, and send us your questions and comments via the comment form, which can be found here. Enjoy the show and lift on ladies! Episode 8 Intro (0:00) Latest & Greatest (1:15) This week another awesome guest is on the show - Jen Sinkler! How Stacy discovered Jen and her inspiring motto Jen's Strongman training and how both Stacy's and Jen's social circles overlap More from Jen on her athletic background Jen's tips on getting involved with Strongman training and how to get educated on the topic How to get involved with additional weight lifting programs The most common challenges for those who are new to power lifting Intuitive training Vivian's favorite event Stacy's favorite event Protecting your skin while lifting Working different muscles to strengthen specific movements How to pick up an atlas stone Final Thoughts (1:04:28) Big thanks to Jen for joining this week's show! Be sure to check out Jen's site here and Lift Weights Faster as well Outro (1:05:17)

Welcome to Strong Woman Radio, a sanctuary free of testosterone (except for a few special guests), where ladies who like to lift heavy things can chitchat about the struggles and success that comes with being a woman in a male dominated sport. We welcome listeners of all sports, be it strongman, Crossfit, olympic lifting or more; but be warned we don't like running very much unless we are carrying or dragging something heavy while we do it. DON'T FORGET TO download, subscribe to and listen to the previous episodes! And as you get familiar with the show, leave those reviews and ratings in iTunes, and send us your questions and comments via the comment form, which can be found here. Enjoy the show and lift on ladies! Intro (0:00) Latest & Greatest (1:15) Back after a few weeks off with their first ever guest - Stephanie Gaudreau from Stupid Easy Paleo, who is also an olympic lifter and previously a Crossfit regional competitor Also wrote Paleo Athlete e-book and Performance Paleo Cookbook What Stephanie is up to How Stephanie got involved with lifting and what her path looked like in the beginning Lifting and How it Impacts Health (14:34) The benefits of lifting things that are very heavy More on muscles fibers and how to activate them What happens to the muscles when you are not active How to implement a lifting routine Linear progression Breaking the low weight, high cardio training mentality The value of a lifting community Stacy is focused on getting health, happy and harder to kill Paleo isn't necessarily low carb or high carb Final Thoughts (52:20) Would like to have Stephanie back on at a later date to talk about eating for performance Thank you for joining us today Stephanie! It is never too late to take on a lifting regimen Check out all of Stephanie's awesomeness here And watch Stephanie's and Stacy's AHS presentation on this topic here Outro (59:41)

Welcome to Strong Woman Radio, a sanctuary free of testosterone (except for a few special guests), where ladies who like to lift heavy things can chitchat about the struggles and success that comes with being a woman in a male dominated sport. We welcome listeners of all sports, be it strongman, Crossfit, olympic lifting or more; but be warned we don't like running very much unless we are carrying or dragging something heavy while we do it. DON'T FORGET TO download, subscribe to and listen to the previous episodes! And as you get familiar with the show, leave those reviews and ratings in iTunes, and send us your questions and comments via the comment form, which can be found here. Enjoy the show and lift on ladies! Episode 6 Intro (0:00) Latest & Greatest (1:15) Stacy has been working on the home gym and got in a workout since she last spoke with Vivian Stacy's hot tub was installed Trying to figure out the name of the home gym Real Life Paleo and its three phase approach to paleo to make it a sustainable lifestyle - comes out November 4 and Stacy will be doing a book tour with the release Halloween anticipation and excitement Vivian is the 8th strongest woman in the world! Vivian shared more on her trip to Vegas for the national strongman competition and what she experienced in the competition Checking out Mr. Olympia How the individual events at the competition went To see videos from the event check here and check Vivian's Instagram for photos here Recommendations for Recovery (38:13) Soup for recovery Hot and cold soaks or showers Sleep Movement Sunlight Making healthy choices with food and hydration Final Thoughts (56:00) Submit those questions here Lavender also helps with bruising Outro (1:05:49)

Welcome to Strong Woman Radio, a sanctuary free of testosterone (except for a few special guests), where ladies who like to lift heavy things can chitchat about the struggles and success that comes with being a woman in a male dominated sport. We welcome listeners of all sports, be it strongman, Crossfit, olympic lifting or more; but be warned we don't like running very much unless we are carrying or dragging something heavy while we do it. DON'T FORGET TO download, subscribe to and listen to the previous episodes! And as you get familiar with the show, leave those reviews and ratings in iTunes, and send us your questions and comments via the comment form, which can be found here. Enjoy the show and lift on ladies! Episode 5 Intro (0:00) Latest & Greatest (1:15) Stacy got Real Life Paleo off to the printer, but edits somehow continue Stacy's recent trip to Florida Vivian's preparation for nationals and what she expects at the event Stacy's missing cat Questions & Answers (11:16) Looking for input on portions, and are nightly desserts a bad thing? Check out this previous episode of The Paleo View with the Caltons What do you wear to work? What do you recommend for women with booties? And how about mascara and deodorant while you are working out? (20:59) http://bit.ly/gwynniebee Stacy's favorite deodorant What do you know about spinal integrity and scoliosis with lifting? (35:05) Tips on detergent for sports apparel(43:37) Win Detergent How do you deal with bruises after lifting? (44:56) Final Thoughts (56:00) Vivian's priorities before she leaves for nationals Sending Vivian all of our good luck vibes! Interaction with fans at events Watch @misvfit on Instagram and Twitter for updates from nationals Outro (1:00:45)

On this episode, Stacy talks about Saturday's competition just past and Viv and Stacy talk about the things they won't tell you will be different for females when strength training.

In this episode, Stacy and Vivian answer more questions and share their thoughts on what to look for when you're starting out.