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Healthcare has traditionally focused on treating problems after they arise. Keith Bozeman, the founder of MEDgevity, believes the model is shifting toward something more proactive: helping people understand, monitor, and improve their health before problems become more serious. In this episode, we sit down with Keith to explore the growing field of longevity medicine and the movement toward more personalized, data-driven healthcare. Founded from Keith's own experience as a patient, MEDgevity was created around the idea that people need more than a doctor they see when they're sick — they need a team helping them stay healthy in the first place… Hit play to learn about: How longevity medicine is changing the traditional healthcare model. The importance of preventive and proactive healthcare. Why personalized health requires more than a single medical perspective. The roles of physicians, registered dietitians, and exercise scientists. How diagnostics such as bloodwork, DEXA scans, and genetic testing can inform personalized care. As healthcare continues moving toward prevention, personalization, and continuous health management, the boundaries between medicine, fitness, nutrition, and wellness are becoming increasingly blurred. Keith is here to share his perspective on where this evolution is heading and what a more proactive approach to healthcare could look like. Connect with Keith: MEDgevity LinkedIn

For decades, women with low bone density were told to take it easy; Professor Belinda Beck's research proved the opposite: high-intensity resistance and impact training safely rebuilds bone, even in women who had been told their bones were too fragile to lift heavy. Belinda covers the full arc of bone health, from how peak bone mass is set in the teenage years, to what actually happens to bone when estrogen declines through perimenopause and menopause, to why so many popular "safe" exercises, including walking, cycling, and Pilates, simply don't provide enough stimulus to protect bone. They dig into the physiology of bone remodelling, the real evidence (and lack of it) behind weighted vests, how to read a DEXA scan, and practical calcium and vitamin D guidance. Belinda also shares the story behind LIFTMOR itself, including how her research team was once considered reckless for asking postmenopausal women to lift heavy, and how those same women ended up stronger, more confident, and more independent than they'd been in decades. EPISODE OVERVIEW (00:00) Introduction & Rapid Fire (05:15) Bone 101: Structure, Types & What Determines Density (11:52) How Bone Forms: Peak Mass, Sex Differences & Sesamoid Bones (17:12) Diet Culture, Dairy Myths & Caloric Restriction (23:42) Debunking the Kids & Weightlifting Myth (28:31) Runners, Multi-Sport & Varying the Stimulus (34:51) Wolff's Law & How Bone Adapts to Load (42:22) Best & Worst Exercises for Bone, Weighted Vests & Pilates (50:08) Estrogen, Perimenopause, Menopause & Building Your Baseline (1:04:16) The LIFTMOR Trial, ONERO & Getting Your Life Back (1:16:16) The After Party: Final Thoughts with Dr. Stephanie RESOURCEShttps://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/ep483 OUR SPONSORS LMNT Stay hydrated without the sugar, food dye, and other dodgy ingredients found in popular electrolyte and sports drinks. Get a special offer when you make a purchase at https://DrinkLMNT.com/Better BEARABY Find a more natural way to support deeper, calmer sleep. Go to https://bearaby.com and use code BETTER10 for 10% off any Bearaby weighted blanket purchase. YOUNG GOOSE Skin aging isn't defined by wrinkles. It's defined by skin quality. Head over to https://drstephanieestima.com/younggoose and use code BETTER for 10% off your first purchase. TIMELINE Timeline's clinically proven formula is now available at a great price when you go to https://timelinenutrition.com/better with code BETTER. ****************************P.S. When you're ready, here are two ways Dr. Stephanie can help you:Subscribe: The Mini Pause — My weekly newsletter packed with the most actionable, evidence-based tools for women 40+ to thrive in midlife.Build Muscle: LIFT — My progressive strength training program designed for women in midlife. Form-focused, joint-friendly, and built for real results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode the guys break down 5 health foods you should probably avoid — roasted nuts and why they're one of the only whole natural foods that's hyper palatable and calorie dense enough to blow your deficit without realizing it, smoothies and juices and how blending dramatically raises glycemic index and strips the fiber that makes whole fruit satisfying, granola and how it went from an endurance athlete energy food to a widely misunderstood sugar bomb, raw vegetables and why cooking actually makes nutrients more bioavailable not less, and raw fish and the parasite data that most frequent sushi eaters aren't aware of. They also get into how celebrity Ozempic face is becoming impossible to hide, the full story of Sal accidentally buying women's Michael Kors sneakers on Amazon and wearing them to church, Arlo the dog getting Justin back in the dark during an outdoor bathroom break, Troscriptions Tro Mune and the cordycepin research on viral replication and REM sleep, the coaches responding to backlash from last episode's fat and fit post, and Paul Chek peeing in his yard mid-sentence the first time they met him. Then they coach live callers submitted through mplivecaller.com.   Mind Pump Fitness Coaching: https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.com 1.9 NASM CEUs   SPONSORS   Organifi (parasite cleanse): https://organifi.com/mindpump Code: MINDPUMP for 20% off.   Troscriptions : https://troscriptions.com/MINDPUMP Code: MINDPUMP for 10% off first order.    LMNT (electrolytes): https://drinklmnt.com/MindPump Free sample pack with any purchase, no code needed. 1,000mg sodium per serving, no sugar, no artificial sweeteners.   LINKS   Submit a live caller question: https://mplivecaller.com Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   0:00 - Intro 3:14 - 5 health foods you should probably avoid 4:51 - Health food #1: Roasted nuts — the one whole natural food that acts like a processed food 9:27 - Health food #2: Smoothies and juices — why blending raises glycemic index and strips fiber 15:00 - Health food #3: Granola — how endurance athlete fuel became a widely misunderstood sugar bomb 17:24 - Health food #4: Raw vegetables — why cooking makes nutrients more bioavailable not less 20:07 - Health food #5: Sushi — the parasite data most regular sushi eaters never see 24:29 - How to do the Organifi parasite cleanse correctly — two cycles 15 days apart 27:39 - Celebrity Ozempic face — the emaciated look that can't be hidden anymore 30:09 - Sal's Michael Kors sneakers situation — accidentally buying women's shoes on Amazon 49:09 - Troscriptions Tro Mune — cordycepin for immune support, viral replication and REM sleep 51:41 - Coaches respond to backlash from the fat and fit is better than skinny and unfit post 56:00 - Caller: Stephanie (Ohio) — gastric sleeve, 95 pounds lost, skin removal surgery, DEXA showing body fat up 1:08:41 - Caller: Fabian (Florida) — bulging disc after long drive and squats, gets MAPS Symmetry 1:23:54 - Caller: Renee (Hawaii) — hysterectomy recovery, cannabis sobriety at 15 days, feeling isolated 1:45:34 - Caller: Susan (Australia) — chronically overtrained, multiple recurring injuries, up at 3am for the call  

1 in 4 people have insulin resistance, which quietly raises your risk of heart disease and cancer, often without any change in your blood sugar. And most of those who have it have no idea. It can remain completely hidden for years, with no obvious symptoms and no warning signs… But it can be reversed. Today, Professor Rob Semple, a world-leading expert on insulin resistance, explains what insulin does in your body, why you need it to live, and what happens when it stops working properly. By the end of this episode, you will understand how to spot the warning signs and have practical steps you can take to protect yourself. If your last blood test came back "normal," how confident are you that it tells the whole story? Are you overlooking one of the biggest drivers of chronic disease?

MAPS Bogo Sale: https://mapsbogo.com   You just found the world's number one fitness, health, and entertainment podcast. And today, Sal, Adam, and Justin are calling out one of the biggest blind spots in traditional strength training: you can be genuinely strong, genuinely fit, and still tear your hamstring racing your teenage daughter or blow out your pec minor behind a wakeboard boat. That's not bad luck. That's a training problem, and this episode breaks down exactly why it happens and what to do about it.   The guys get brutally honest about their own regrets. Sal shares how deadlifting 600 pounds meant nothing when his hamstring couldn't relax fast enough during a 50-yard sprint. Adam breaks down how years of sagittal-plane dominance left him racking up injuries doing the exact sports he loved as a kid. The common thread: explosive strength, unilateral balance, and multi-planar movement are almost completely absent from traditional training, and that gap is what gets you hurt.   Here's the part that'll actually make you act on this: fixing those gaps does NOT cost you your aesthetics. The guys lay out exactly how to inject explosive training, dedicated unilateral blocks, and lateral and rotational work into what you're already doing. DEXA scan data from real MAPS Symmetry clients shows people gaining three to four pounds of muscle in two months, in the exact spots that were lagging. Real-world strength and a better-looking physique are not a trade-off. They're the same goal.   Chapters: 0:30 MAPS BOGO Deal Announcement 0:47 Sponsor: ZBiotics 1:53 Episode Hook: Gym Strength vs. Real World 2:09 Topic Overview: Speed, Power, and Injury Prevention 4:31 Adam and Sal's Personal Injury Regrets 6:10 The Engine vs. Frame Analogy 10:09 The 3 Training Gaps Most People Ignore 10:59 Unilateral Training: Why It Belongs as a Focus 11:59 Lateral and Rotational Plane Training 19:04 How to Structure a Unilateral Block 25:18 Explosive Training: Practice Speed Without Fatigue 29:12 Play as the Ultimate Functional Maintenance Tool   Products:MAPS Bogo Sale: ⁠https://mapsbogo.com⁠ Sponsors: ZBiotics: https://zbiotics.com/mindpump26 (code: MINDPUMP26)   Mentioned: Joe DeFranco: Sal credits Joe DeFranco as one of the really good trainers who taught him that if you stop practicing explosive movement, your body prunes that ability away entirely.  

➢ Message "Challenge" to Instagram @ColossusFit➢ Follow us on Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/colossusfit/?hl=enWelcome to Motivation Monday, where every Monday we answer all of your questions and have some real talks about life & fitness & get you fired up for the week! In this episode we talk about the truth about excuses, where to start in fitness and the most ideal bodyfat range.Time Stamps:0:00 Intro0:21 Q1: Are people too busy, or just not prioritizing?6:30 Look for solutions instead of ending the conversation10:31 Fitness is a sliding scale12:49 Do a time audit16:43 Quote (Josh): Want it more than you fear what it takes21:10 Quote (Kyle): Is the thing stopping you, you?22:50 Reframe: who are you jealous of?23:20 Client shout-out: Kelly Guzman25:13 Q2: Is body fat a good way to gauge progress?31:00 Why the tools disagree: DEXA, bod pod, calipers, scales35:13 The mirror is the best measurement tool38:35 Q3: Where to begin when you feel overwhelmed43:40 Wrap-upThanks for listening! We genuinely appreciate every single one of you listening.Email me/ submit a mailbox Monday question contact@colossusfitness.com➢Follow us on instagram @colossusfit➢Apply to get your Polished Physique: https://colossusfitness.com/

Heavy lifting does build bone density. That part is true. But the rule going around that women must strength training with 5 sets of 5 at 85% of your max (1RM) plus box jumps or you lose your bone density, is a much bigger claim than the evidence supports.We dismantle this claim and explain what the best studies can and cannot prove. We also share a simpler approach that still allows you to train hard, lower fracture risk, and keeps you consistent through perimenopause and postmenopause. If you want to protect your bones without training in a way that makes you hate strength training or quit altogether, hit play!Get the FREE Strength Training for Hormone Health guide, a free breakdown of how to lift in a way that supports your hormones through the menopause transition and beyond:https://witsandweights.com/freeYou'll learn:How the LIFTMOR trial was designed and what it found on spine and hip bone density, as well as heavy vs. moderate strength training over 403 problems with drawing conclusions from the LIFTMOR trialWhy heavy lifting is not inherently unsafe for older women with low bone mass How social media “telephone” turns nuanced evidence into rigid rules DEXA body fat and lean mass scan precision error and why small changes may not be detectableHeavy vs. moderate loading for bone mineral density What we know so far from perimenopause dataMenopause transition bone loss rates and the hidden "big win" with strength training for women over 404 practical tips to do insteadA 30-second test to estimate whether your sets are heavy enoughWits & Weights is the evidence-based podcast for strength training over 40, menopause and perimenopause fitness, body recomposition, metabolism recovery, and healthy aging. Hosted by Philip Pape, creator of Eat More Lift Heavy and Fitness Lab.Timestamps:0:00 - The bone density rule keeping too many women out of the gym 3:48 - Inside the LIFTMOR trial (strength training and bone density) 7:45 - Where bone and hormones are connected 9:05 - 3 gaps between the LIFTMORE trial and its interpretation 14:46 - Research on perimenopausal women over 40 16:29 - How the menopause transition affects bone loss 18:38 - 4 steps to maintain or build bone density 21:45 - Where jumping fits into your strength training protocol 25:16 - Finding your load range without attempting a 1 rep max attempt 26:20 - Bonus: 30-second test for whether you're lifting heavy enoughEpisode Resources:FREE 1RM and Strength Calculator (with Strength Standards):https://www.witsandweights.com/strength-calculatorRelated episode: Are the Barbell Squat, Deadlift, and Row Actually Unsafe After 40?

In this episode the guys break down the best machines for every body part — the legendary Hammer Strength H Squat for legs, the old school Nautilus pullover for back, the Smith machine upright row and Viking press for shoulders, the FreeMotion multi-plane chest fly, the high elbow seated curl machine for biceps, the seated skull crusher machine for triceps, and the hip thrust machine for glutes. They also tell the wild true story of a Soviet doctor who performed his own appendectomy in Antarctica in 1961, get into the trainer-client event they hosted and why it was their most emotional one yet, discuss the science and health benefits of forgiveness and what the data shows about holding grudges, share the story from Les Miserables about grace and how it transforms a person, talk PDE5 inhibitors and their anti-cancer properties, and go deep on probiotics as the next major performance supplement. Then they coach live callers submitted through mplivecaller.com.   Mind Pump Fitness Coaching: https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.com 1.9 NASM CEUs   SPONSORS   Dose for Your Liver: https://dosedaily.co/MINDPUMP Code: MINDPUMP35 for 35% off first month subscription. 95% of participants reported a positive impact on LDL levels in their clinical study. Natural ingredients: amla fruit, pomegranate, ginger, turmeric, CoQ10, lycopene, niacin and folate.   Seed Daily Synbiotic: https://seed.com/mindpump Code: 25MINDPUMP for 25% off your first month. Probiotics discussed extensively on air — emerging data on fat loss, strength gains and athletic performance.   Butcher Box: https://butcherbox.com/mindpump No code needed. Free ribeyes, NY strip steaks or filet mignons in every order for a year plus $20 off first box.   LINKS   Submit a live caller question: https://mplivecaller.com Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia   0:00 - Intro 2:10 - Best machines for every body part — the ones worth using if you see them 3:52 - Legs: Hammer Strength H Squat (leg-a-saurus) — why bodybuilders still talk about it 5:42 - Back: Nautilus pullover — why Joe DeFranco still raves about it 10:13 - Shoulders: Smith machine upright row, Viking press and standing lateral machine 12:36 - Chest: FreeMotion multi-plane fly — best range of motion of any chest machine 13:47 - Biceps: High elbow seated curl machine — the position you can't replicate with free weights 14:41 - Triceps: Seated skull crusher machine — go light and feel everything 16:05 - Glutes: Hip thrust machine — why this beats the barbell version for most people 18:02 - The Soviet doctor who performed his own appendectomy in Antarctica in 1961 27:27 - Probiotics as the next major performance supplement — fat loss, strength and endurance data 32:34 - The trainer-client event — why it was their most emotional one yet 44:06 - Dose for liver and cholesterol — 95% LDL improvement in clinical study 51:13 - The science of forgiveness — what holding a grudge actually does to your body 57:03 - Les Miserables and grace — the story Sal wants everyone to watch 1:08:37 - Caller: Kaylee (Arizona) — getting married November 11th, Hashimoto's, wants to look her best 1:17:04 - Caller: Olivia (Toronto) — burned out after 7 years, 911 dispatcher training to be a firefighter 1:30:34 - Caller: Alana (New Jersey) — disheartening DEXA scan after a cut, history of restrictive eating 1:48:00 - Caller: Joey (Tennessee) — rotating shift worker, two young kids, testosterone at 164  

There's a hidden fat that matters more for your health than your weight.  This is visceral fat: it wraps around your organs, raises your risk of heart disease and cancer, and builds up even in people who look slim and healthy.  In today's episode, Professor Jimmy Bell, a world-leading expert in measuring visceral fat, explains how we can shrink this dangerous belly fat in just 12 weeks. Jimmy explores why two people can weigh exactly the same and carry completely different amounts of this hidden fat, what it is, where it hides and why it matters. By the end, you'll have a completely new understanding of body fat, and what it really means for your long-term health. If your weight has stayed exactly the same for years, what do you think is happening underneath it?

Bone loss can happen silently for years, which is why osteoporosis isn't often discovered until you break a bone. In this episode, we explore why osteoporosis isn't simply an inevitable part of aging, plus the medications, nutrition, exercise, inflammation, and gut-bone connection that may influence your fracture risk.We'll also unpack some surprising problems with DEXA scans, including why improving your bone density score doesn't always mean your fracture risk has improved. You'll learn what else matters for building stronger bones and why protecting bone health should start long before an osteoporosis diagnosis.My guest is Dr. John Neustadt, ND, an integrative and functional medicine expert and bestselling author of Fracture-Proof Your Bones. He has published more than 100 medical articles and is internationally recognized for his work on osteoporosis and fracture prevention.⭐️Mentioned in This Episode:- See all the references

After 40, testosterone drops, muscle mass shrinks by 3 to 8% per decade, and the scale stops telling the truth about what's actually happening to your body. In this episode, Jeff sits down with Dr. Joey Munoz, a body composition coach and founder of Strong Standard, to break down what's really driving that decline and what to do about it. Why body composition, not weight, is the real marker to track The DEXA scan, waist-to-hip ratio, and at-home tools worth trusting The science of muscle protein synthesis, and why "effective reps" matter more than total reps How to build muscle without gaining weight through body recomposition Protein targets, meal timing, and the supplements actually worth taking Grass-Fed Shark: fasted cardio and the "zone two fat-burning zone" put to the test This episode is for anyone in their 40s, 50s, or 60s trying to hold onto the body they used to have, and anyone who wants a clear framework instead of gym folklore. Follow Dr. Joey Munoz across social media, or check out his podcast, "The Dr. Joey Munoz Show." Learn more about his coaching program at strongstandard.com. This episode was made possible by: CocoaVia: Use code COMMUNE2026 for 25% off at CocoaVia.com LMNT: Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase at ⁠drinklmnt.com/commune⁠. Stemregen: Get 20% off your first order at stemregen.co/commune with the code COMMUNEPOD Vivobarefoot: Try Vivobarefoot risk-free with a 100-day return guarantee, and get 25% off your order at ⁠vivobarefoot.com/commune⁠. Stripes: Visit ⁠stripesbeauty.com⁠ and use the code COMMUNE20 for 20% off our entire product line.

Episode SummaryReceiving an osteoporosis diagnosis can feel overwhelming, frightening, and isolating. In this solo episode, Debi Robinson shares the real stories she hears from women every day and explains why a DEXA scan should be the beginning of the conversation—not the end.Debi discusses common misconceptions surrounding osteoporosis, why bone health requires a whole-body approach, and how lifestyle factors such as gut health, nutrition, movement, stress, sleep, and hormone health all influence bone remodeling. She also encourages women to become informed participants in their healthcare and reminds listeners that a diagnosis is information—not destiny.What You'll LearnWhy so many women feel "newly devastated" after a diagnosisWhat a DEXA scan measures—and what it doesn'tWhy your T-score isn't your identityThe importance of evaluating your whole health, not just one testHow gut health affects bone healthWhy inflammation plays a role in bone lossThe connection between stress, sleep, and bone remodelingWhy movement and muscle matterQuestions every woman should ask after receiving a diagnosisHow lifestyle creates opportunities for stronger bonesAction StepsDon't make decisions from fear—educate yourself first.Ask your healthcare provider questions until you understand your options.Support your gut health to improve nutrient absorption.Prioritize sleep and stress management.Build strength, balance, flexibility, and daily movement.Remember that bone health is influenced by your daily habits.Debi's TakeawayA diagnosis isn't the end of your story. Your bones are living tissue, responding every day to the choices you make. Education, consistency, and hope can change the direction of your bone health journey.Resources & LinksDebi's website: https://debirobinson.com Healthy Gut Healthy Bones Program: https://debirobinson.com/healthy-gut-healthy-bones-program-v2/ Join the Community: https://debirobinson.com/the-stronger-bones-lifestyle-community/ Yoga Therapy MasterClass: https://debirobinson.com/yoga-therapy-for-bones-health-mc/ 28-Day Stronger Bones Method: https://debirobinson.com/28-day-stronger-bonesmorning-method/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debirobinsonwellness/ Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@StrongerBonesLifestyle

Is your doctor listening to you?Because you deserve to be heard.In this episode, we sit down with OB/GYN, menopause specialist, and longevity physician Dr. Jila Senemar to discuss how menopause care is changing. The good news? It's NO LONGER something you need to just get through. Wait out. Hot flashes?Weight gain?Poor sleep?Brain fog?Low libido?We have answers. No more merely accepting your fate! In this episode, we talk about:The currency of longevity.GLP-1s and HRTHow to check your body composition.What biomarkers to demand. The surprising leading causes of death among women.How to get your insurance to cover your tests.When to get a DEXA bone density scan and a CAC scan. If you've ever wondered whether you're "too young" for perimenopause, or you've felt dismissed by your healthcare provider, this conversation could completely change how you think about your current and future health. Listen and learn how to build the healthiest decades of your life. Because YOU are in charge!Connect with Dr. Jila Senemarhttps://www.instagram.com/drjilasenemar/Website: https://www.jilamd.com/Her Time, Her Health Podcast(00:00:50) Welcome Dr. Jila Senemar to the podcast(00:04:30) The Women's Health Initiative and why women were told "no hormones"(00:10:33) GLP-1s for weight loss in women in midlife(00:14:33) Body composition vs weight, and the importance of muscle for longevity (00:17:56) GLP-1s, HRT and muscle mass (00:22:42) PMOS and treatment of hormone imbalances with GLP-1s (00:26:07) Visceral fat loss, mortality in women and GLP-1s(00:29:00) Microdosing GLP-1 medications explained(00:34:00) Blood work every woman should ask for(00:39:45) What longevity really means and what to optimize today(00:47:25) Can you naturally boost your own GLP-1s?(00:52:57) When should women start preparing for perimenopause and menopause?(01:00:24) Where to find Dr. Jila SenemarWant to leave the TTSL Podcast a voicemail? We love your questions and adore hearing from you. https://www.speakpipe.com/TheThickThighsSaveLivesPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The CVG Nation app, for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iPhone⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The CVG Nation app, for Android⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Fitness FB Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thick Thighs Save Lives Workout Programs⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Constantly Varied Gear's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Workout Leggings⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. The views expressed are those of the hosts and guests and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, treatment, or advice. Always consult your physician or qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, exercise routine, medications, supplements, or healthcare plan.Guest opinions are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or producers. 

Join Dr. Pinkston as she sits down with John Goldman, founder and CEO of Rebel Health Alliance. John shares his journey from feeling chronically exhausted, pre-diabetic, and dependent on a CPAP machine to revitalizing his metabolic health and training to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Together, they discuss the limitations of traditional primary care, the power of deep-dive diagnostics, lifestyle medicine, and alternative models like high-performance primary care paired with community health sharing. Key Topics Covered: The Broken Primary Care System: Why traditional insurance-driven models fail to catch early markers of metabolic dysfunction, visceral fat, and inflammation. Deep Diagnostics: How comprehensive testing—including DEXA scans, VO2 max, DNA analysis, and coronary calcium scores—forms the foundation for long-term vitality. Overcoming Obstructive Sleep Apnea: John's personal experience transitioning to a CPAP/BiPAP and eventually resolving his condition through weight loss and metabolic restoration. The Rebel Health Model: Combining full-time physicians, strength coaches, registered dietitians, and genetic counselors into a seamless, accessible care team. Ejecting from Insurance: How direct primary care paired with community-based health sharing offers financial protection without corporate middleman restrictions. Project Unreasonable: John’s public journey at age 50 to qualify for the Boston Marathon while showcasing human potential. Rebel Health Alliance: Explore high-performance primary care and longevity protocols at rebelhealthalliance.io Visit drpbetterlife.com to access show archives, guest links, and integrative health resourcesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Menopause Mastery | Perimenopause vs. Menopause: What Most Women Never Get Told | Episode 290

Gray divorce after 50 can affect your health, strength, bone density, muscle, and independence. Learn practical ways to rebuild stronger.When we talk about gray divorce, we usually talk about the house, retirement accounts, Social Security, spousal maintenance, and the fear of beginning again. But we do not talk nearly enough about the body carrying us through it all.In this solo episode of Doing Divorce Different, Lesa Koski shares why physical strength deserves a place in every woman's gray divorce plan. Drawing from her own breast cancer recovery, osteopenia diagnosis, menopause journey, and experience with OsteoStrong, Lesa explores how small, sustainable choices can help women care for their bones, preserve muscle, support balance, and protect their independence.You'll hear a thoughtful discussion about bone-density screening, strength and weight-bearing exercise, nourishment during stressful seasons, and questions to ask your healthcare provider—especially if you are postmenopausal, have cancer-treatment history, or use a GLP-1 medication such as Ozempic, Wegovy, or Zepbound.Gray divorce can make the future feel uncertain, but caring for your body is one place where you can begin reclaiming agency. You do not have to transform everything at once. One walk, one nourishing meal, one appointment, or one conversation can become the next strong step in your comeback.This episode is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult your physician or another qualified healthcare professional about your personal health, medications, nutrition, exercise, and bone-density screening.If this episode encourages you, please follow the show, save it for later, and share it with a woman navigating gray divorce, menopause, weight loss, cancer recovery, or another major midlife transition.Timestamps (approximate):(00:00) Why physical strength matters during gray divorce(02:35) Bone loss, osteopenia, and the hidden risk to independence(05:10) Reclaiming agency through small, healthy choices(07:45) Lesa's breast cancer recovery and bone-health wake-up call(11:05) Lesa and her mother's personal experience with OsteoStrong(15:35) Bone-density screening, DEXA scans, and questions for your doctor(19:10) How divorce stress can disrupt sleep, food, and exercise(22:30) GLP-1 weight loss, muscle loss, and bone-health conversations(27:10) Five ways to support strength, mobility, and independence(33:20) Why nourishment and community belong in your comeback plan(37:40) Choosing one strong next step after divorceKey Takeaways:Physical strength supports mobility, balance, confidence, and independence during and after gray divorce.Bone loss can be silent, so women should ask a qualified healthcare provider whether bone-density screening is appropriate for them.Small, repeatable actions—walking, resistance training, nourishing meals, rest, and medical appointments—can restore a sense of agency.Women experiencing significant weight loss, including those using GLP-1 medications, should discuss muscle, nutrition, and bone health with their healthcare providers.Community is part of strength; supportive groups, friends, faith communities, and wellness spaces can help women feel seen during major transitions.Guest Bio:This is a solo episode featuring Lesa Koski, a divorce mediator, divorce coach, attorney, educator, author, breast cancer survivor, and host of Doing Divorce Different. Lesa helps women approach divorce with clarity, dignity, and hope while creating a strong, meaningful life on the other side. Her guiding message is: Midlife is not your crisis—it's your comeback.Resource Links:Explore OsteoStrong Minnesota through Lesa's affiliate link: https://osteostrongmn.com/affiliate-referral-koski/Learn about Soberlink for divorce and family law through Lesa's affiliate link: https://www.soberlink.com/divorce/family-law?utm_source=affiliatelink&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=lesa-koski-affiliatelinkLearn more about Lesa, divorce coaching, mediation, and her community: https://lesakoski.comAffiliate disclosure: Lesa may receive compensation if you use an affiliate link. This does not increase your cost. OsteoStrong is not medical treatment, and individual experiences vary. Consult an appropriate healthcare professional before beginning a new health or exercise program.Tags/Keywords:gray divorce, gray divorce after 50, divorce after 50, women and divorce, bone health for women, bone density after menopause, osteopenia, osteoporosis prevention, strength training after 50, menopause bone health, GLP-1 muscle loss, GLP-1 bone health, Ozempic and bone health, Wegovy and muscle loss, Zepbound and strength training, women over 50 health, midlife comeback, divorce recovery, rebuilding after divorce, healthy aging for women, independence after divorce, Doing Divorce Different, Lesa Koski, divorce coach, divorce mediator, OsteoStrong Minnesota

Are you worried about your bone health but can't seem to get enough exercise in? Or maybe you have a parent or loved one in their 80s who you're watching lose strength and you feel completely helpless? Here's what you can do. We cover: The landmark study that reduced hip fractures by 46% using just three everyday foods Why calcium supplements alone are missing a critical piece of the puzzle What happens to your muscles and bones when protein intake drops too low The truth about vegans, vegetarians, and fracture risk based on the actual data Why chasing your DEXA score might be the wrong goal entirely   Dr. Sandra Iuliano is a nutritionist and internationally renowned researcher from the Department of Medicine at the University of Melbourne, Australia. Her research focuses on nutrition and exercise across the lifespan; specifically, to improve musculoskeletal health including studying the effects of exercise and calcium in bone growth in children, vitamin D supplementation to prevent bone loss in adults and food-based approaches to prevent falls, fractures and malnutrition in older adults in aged-care. Former World Age Group Triathlon Champion. Over 50 years of competitive sport participation.  Effect of dietary sources of calcium and protein on hip fractures and falls in older adults in residential care: cluster randomised controlled trial https://www.bmj.com/content/375/bmj.n2364   Healthy Ageing Project    Contact Sandra Iuliano: Email: sandraib@unimelb.edu.au    Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try MitoQ for optimal mitochondrial health. Code ZORA for 20% off https://mitoq.com/zora   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠   Biohacking Menopause Women's Only Group Coaching: https://membership.hackmyage.com/sales-page Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

Send us Fan MailThe fitness industry has made women's health feel unnecessarily complicated. We're told to cycle-sync our workouts, avoid training fasted, wear weighted vests, track every body-composition metric and constantly adjust our routines based on hormones, cortisol and the latest wellness trend.In this episode, Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, PhD,  joins us to separate fitness fact from social media fiction. We break down whether women actually need to train differently than men, what cycle syncing gets wrong, whether walking counts as exercise, and what strength training and cardio should realistically look like.We also get into creatine, protein needs in midlife, HRT and muscle loss, body recomposition, DEXA scans, smart scales, grip strength, weighted vests, fasted workouts and the growing and concerning-world of unregulated wellness peptides.Use code GGW20 for 20% Stay Above Nutrition products (US & Canada)!You can check them out hereSHOP OUR MERCH HERE

You've been showing up. Doing the workouts. Putting in the time. And still, nothing is giving back — no strength, no visible muscle, no change in your body composition. In this episode, Melissa breaks down why muscle is the single best investment you can make in your midlife body, why so much of what women call "strength training" isn't actually building muscle, and why you can't build muscle on top of a body that isn't recovering. This is Strength — the fourth S in the 6S Method inside Well Nourished.IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL LEARN:Why your muscle is your 401k — the investment that compounds slowly and pays off for decadesWhat muscle is actually doing for you in midlife: regulating blood sugar, keeping your metabolism healthy, and keeping you mobile and independent as you ageHow muscle changes everything if you're on a GLP-1 — lower doses, fewer side effects, better outcomesThe truth about the fear of getting "bulky" (and why it's nearly impossible for most women)Why Pilates, hot sculpt classes, and grabbing the familiar weight in a group class are not strength trainingWhy cardio is a taking exercise and strength training is a giving-back exerciseCreative ways to apply progressive overload beyond just lifting a heavier dumbbell — sets, reps, rest time, and tempoHow to measure your progress in the data of your workouts while you wait for the mirror to catch upWhy women who already know progressive overload still lose muscle — and the other S's that make strength training actually workTIMESTAMPS:00:01 — Well Nourished waitlist + welcome 01:14 — Where Strength fits in the 6S Method 01:46 — Your muscle is your 401k 02:38 — The good news: you're not starting from zero, and muscle has memory03:10 — What muscle actually does for you (blood sugar, GLP-1, mobility, independence) 03:56 — Nobody is taking my dog from me 04:15 — The fear of doing "too much" and getting bulky 05:30 — Nobody wants to be skinny fat — what body composition change really means 06:00 — When your workouts aren't giving anything back 06:33 — Pilates vs. traditional strength training 07:15 — Hot sculpt classes: leaving strength on the table 08:15 — Grabbing the familiar weight is movement, not strength training 08:58 — Cardio: a taking exercise vs. a giving-back exercise 09:58 — How to measure if your training is working 10:30 — Progressive overload beyond heavier dumbbells: sets, reps, rest time, tempo 11:12 — Measuring body composition: InBody, DEXA, photos, trends 12:44 — Let the data motivate you while the mirror catches up 13:30 — Client story: you don't need to be good at working out, you just need a plan 15:07 — "I already do all of this and it's still not working" 15:30 — You can't build muscle on a body that isn't safe 16:45 — Why all the S's are foundational to each other 17:05 — Join the Well Nourished waitlist + what's nextRESOURCES:

A methods-focused episode about how muscle and body-composition measurements can mislead you when reading the research. The main event is a new Balshaw and colleagues paper concluding that ultrasound muscle thickness is a poor index of MRI-measured muscle growth. Trexler and Helms argue this shouldn't be read as "throw out all ultrasound research" — the real culprit is that muscle thickness is a crude one-dimensional snapshot with measurement error large enough to swamp the small changes seen in typical short studies, whereas MRI captures growth in more dimensions with better fidelity. They walk through why comparing across different dimensions and different devices matters, what researchers can do about it (bigger doses, larger samples, multiple measurements), and use the famous "sleep restriction kills your gains by 60%" study as an example of over-reading a tiny difference in ten people. The second half turns to DEXA. Prompted by someone confused that DEXA fat mass didn't line up with the 3,500-calorie rule, they explain DEXA's three-compartment model, why it measures fat mass rather than adipose tissue, and why lean soft tissue readings are so sensitive to hydration. The practical upshot: don't build your worldview on a kilogram of day-to-day DEXA noise, be cautious using DEXA to estimate energy status, and understand that flattening a three-dimensional body into a two-dimensional scan introduces real limits. They close with an extended, tongue-in-cheek bit about trademarking "muscle journey" dimensions. Iron Culture is proudly presented by the MASS Research Review. Mostly because Helms and Trex are co-owners. massresearchreview.com If you're in the market for some new (ultra-high-quality) gym gear or apparel, be sure to use code "MRR10" for a 10% discount over at elitefts.com If you'd like to submit a question for a future episode, head over to: massresearchreview.com/ironculture Chapters 0:00 Intro 5:57 The paper: is ultrasound a poor muscle-growth measure? 18:04 What muscle thickness actually captures 25:38 Measurement error vs. a tiny signal 31:16 Different dimensions, different devices 37:52 What researchers should do about it 39:26 Case study: does sleep loss "kill gains"? 47:28 On to DEXA: where this started 53:26 How DEXA works & why fat mass ≠ adipose tissue 1:02:15 Why methods don't always agree 1:11:06 Water weight & the whooshing scale 1:16:43 Estimating energy status from DEXA 1:19:36 Wrap-up

5 Midlife Screening Tests That Give You a well deserved Unfair AdvantageWhere to get a DEXA scanWhere to get a Continuous Glucose Monitor  I've used Ageless Rx and had a good experienceWhere to get a VO2 max testFeeling overwhelmed by “all the guidelines”? In this episode, I narrow it down to five screening tests that are actually worth your time in midlife.  Especially if you want to feel strong, independent, and fully alive in your 70s and beyond. We start with the biggest threat to long-term health (metabolic dysfunction) and why tracking your glucose (ideally with a continuous glucose monitor) can change everything. Then we cover the DEXA scan for bone density, muscle, and visceral fat, plus the VO2 max test as the #1 predictor tied to all-cause mortality. We also talk smarter cardiovascular risk screening (beyond basic cholesterol, plus blood pressure) and cancer screenings that still matter: colorectal, breast, cervical, and skin. The theme: don't aim for normal.  Aim for optimal.00:00 Why Screenings Matter00:32 Show Intro And Mindset03:06 What Counts As Screening04:42 Aim For Optimal07:39 Test One Glucose Tracking09:41 Test Two DEXA Scan11:59 Test Three VO2 Max15:21 Test Four Heart Risk Labs20:16 Test Five Cancer Screening23:30 Wrap Up And Next WeekAre you ready to give your cells their best chance to not have to stop living before they die by allowing them access to physiologic levels of hormones, but aren't sure how to even get started?  Join the waitlist for my new beta program here and help me figure out how best to help wonderful women like you get the hormone care they deserve!Join the Waitlist HereCome visit me: www.healthcouragecollective.comemail me: healthcouragecollective@gmail.com

Everyone on a GLP-1 is watching the scale; almost no one is watching their bones. Bone loss isn't an inevitable part of aging; it's a reversible signal that something deeper is going wrong, and it starts far earlier than most people are ever warned.In this episode, Dr. Gabrielle Lyon sits down with Dr. Douglas Lucas, a former Stanford-trained orthopedic surgeon turned bone-health specialist, to discuss:Why bone loss begins around 45 during perimenopause, not 50, and why waiting for your first DEXA scan at 65 is far too late to prevent itThe blind spots in the standard DEXA scan: a scan-to-scan margin of error near 6% and no read on bone quality, only quantityBone turnover markers (CTX and P1NP) you can test from blood to see whether you're building or breaking down bone in real timeWhy the "protein is bad for bones" and "alkalize your diet" beliefs are myths and why protein, minerals, and adequate calcium matter more than calcium aloneWhat rebuilds bone at home: resistance training, real impact like heel drops, and vertical vibration plates used ~10 minutes a dayUnderstanding your bones as a living, changeable organ system means you can catch loss early, measure it honestly, and reverse the trajectory, instead of accepting decline as your fate.Thank you to our sponsors:Head to https://bit.ly/4ftfObn and use code DRLYON for 25% off sitewide. That is K-E-T-T-L-E and Fire dot com slash DRLYON, code DRLYON for 25% off. Also available at select Sprouts, Whole Foods, and Kroger locations nationwide.BodyHealth - Use the code LYON20 to get 20% off your first order https://bit.ly/4vZs75jOneSkin - Get 15% off at https://bit.ly/44XXQYy with code DRLYONExplore More from Dr. Gabrielle LyonPremium Podcast Subscription: Ad-free episodes, key takeaway summaries, exclusive Q&A, and behind-the-scenes content https://foreverstrong.supercast.comWeekly newsletter: Recipes, podcast updates, and practical weekly insights https://drgabriellelyon.com/sign-up/Apply to become a patient: Personalized care with Dr. Lyon's clinical team https://drgabriellelyon.com/new-patient-inquiry/Find Dr. Doug Lucas at:Website: https://drdouglucas.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr_douglucas/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/doug-lucas-b0243522/Connect with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgabriellelyon/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drgabriellelyonX (Twitter): https://x.com/drgabriellelyonFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/doctorgabriellelyonChapters00:00 - Introduction: Why a Stanford surgeon quit02:00 - The 3 a.m. case that changed everything04:35 - Bone as a dynamic organ system06:14 - When bone loss begins08:20 - Rejecting age-related bone loss09:27 - Why the conventional playbook fails10:55 - The two classes of bone drugs14:38 - Bone quantity vs. bone quality17:23 - Best tests for bone quality20:52 - T-score vs. Z-score explained26:59 - Hormones directed at bone27:08 - Bone turnover markers P1NP and CTX34:57 - Bone loss starts at 45, not 5039:23 - Calcium myths and what to eat45:42 - How to destroy your bones50:12 - Medications that weaken bone54:46 - Why an ultra-runner still lost bone55:53 - Heel drops and impact training57:54 - Vibration plates and osteogenic loading1:12:38 - Know your starting pointIf you found this episode valuable, share it with someone who would benefit from it.Disclaimers: This episode includes paid sponsorships.The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Podcast and YouTube are for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, YouTube, or materials linked from this podcast or YouTube is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professional for any such conditions.

Join us for a live Q&A with Dr. Ben Bikman here.For the 100th episode of The Metabolic Link, Ben Bikman, PhD, professor of cell biology and physiology at Brigham Young University and author of Why We Get Sick, returns for a milestone conversation with co-hosts Dominic D'Agostino, PhD, and Victoria Field. Together, they examine what clinicians are measuring, what conventional approaches may be missing, and how the science of metabolic health continues to evolve.Bikman argues that the clinical picture of metabolic health remains glucose-centric and lipid-heavy while the earliest signal, elevated insulin, goes unmeasured. He explains why women stay insulin sensitive at far higher body fat than men and what menopause takes away, why visceral fat is misunderstood, and how a fatty liver can be miscounted as lean mass on a DEXA scan. That last point is why he now says he was wrong about GLP-1 drugs, and why he thinks they should be prescribed as something other than weight loss medication.Questions Answered in This Episode:• Why does standard bloodwork detect metabolic dysfunction so late?• Why are women more insulin sensitive than men at the same or higher body fat?• What actually changes metabolically during menopause?• Is visceral fat inherently dangerous, or is something else going on?• Why did Dr. Bikman change his position on GLP-1 medications?• Should GLP-1 drugs be prescribed as weight loss drugs at all?This milestone episode offers a rigorous, physiology-first look at where metabolic science stands today, and what researchers and clinicians may need to examine next.Thank you for listening, watching, sharing these conversations, and helping us reach 100 episodes. We're incredibly grateful to have you as part of this community.Special thanks to the sponsors of this episode:Genova Connect: Get 15% off any Genova Connect test kit with code METABOLICLINK here.Cowboy Colostrum: Get up to 25% off with code METABOLIC here.iRestore: Get a special discount on the iRestore Illumina face mask with code LINK here.More LinksDr. Ben Bikman's website: benbikman.comInsulin IQ: insuliniq.comYouTube: youtube.com/@benbikmanInstagram: @benbikmanphdFeatured study: White Matter Lipids as a Ketogenic Fuel Supply in Aging Female Brain: Implications for Alzheimer's DiseaseIn every episode of The Metabolic Link, we'll uncover the very latest research on metabolic health and therapy. If you like this episode, please share it, subscribe, follow, and leave us a comment or review on whichever platform you use to tune in!You can find us on all your major podcast players here and full episodes are also up on our Metabolic Health Summit YouTube channel!Find us on social: InstagramFacebookYouTubeLinkedInPlease keep in mind: The Metabolic Link does not provide medical or health advice, but rather general information that does not serve as a substitute for a licensed healthcare professional. Never delay in seeking medical advice from an appropriately licensed medical provider for any health condition that you may have.

In this video, Dr. Doug Lucas explains what it means when a DEXA scan shows osteoporosis at the wrist, but not at the hip or spine. He breaks down when the one-third radius should be measured and why an isolated wrist T-score may require more investigation. You'll also learn how bone density at different scan sites relates to fracture risk and what information to consider before making treatment decisions.Study Linkshttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/8634613/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39403961/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2404146/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/14606506/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35478046/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21810530/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19723465/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/3213623/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7762910/https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16699736/

Break through your keto or low carb plateau. Book a free call with Robert Sikes: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/callGLP-1 drugs, HRT, and a low carb diet can change your health, but using them the wrong way can cost you muscle, energy, and time.In episode 904 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes talks with Amanda Decker, a low carb nurse practitioner, about metabolic health, weight loss, psoriasis, menopause, testosterone, and HRT. Amanda shares how low carb and a 30-day carnivore diet changed her health. She explains when GLP-1 drugs may help, why protein and strength training matter, and how poor dosing can cause muscle loss. They also cover fasting insulin, body composition, HRT risks, sardine fasting, and why real health is more than a lab number.Follow Amanda on IG: https://www.instagram.com/deckerlesscarbs/Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters0:00 - How Amanda Decker Discovered Low Carb3:06 - What Happened to Her Psoriasis After 30 Days of Carnivore?4:45 - How a Nurse Practitioner Became a Keto Specialist7:30 - How She Built a Low-Carb Medical Practice8:46 - Are GLP-1 Drugs Worth the Risks?12:17 - The GLP-1 Side Effects Patients Rarely Hear About12:57 - How to Prevent Muscle Loss on GLP-1 Drugs15:12 - Has the Keto Movement Lost Its Momentum?18:49 - Why Community Makes Keto More Sustainable23:58 - Is Bioidentical HRT Safe for Men and Women?28:44 - What Are the Side Effects of HRT for Women?30:47 - Does Menopause Accelerate Bone and Muscle Loss?32:51 - Why Women Should Stop Chasing Scale Weight36:46 - Can Low Carb Improve Women's Hormonal Health?39:16 - Why “Optimal” Lab Numbers Can Mislead You42:52 - DEXA vs InBody: Which Body Fat Scan Is Best?46:29 - The Sardine Fast Experiment That Backfired48:30 - Does Extended Fasting Cause Muscle Loss?51:59 - What Makes This Low-Carb Conference Different?54:21 - Should Kids Eat Low Carb?57:52 - The Low Carb for Better Health Conference

Are you overwhelmed by all the things you need to do to make your bones stronger? Doing the right kind of exercise, eating more protein, getting your vitamins and minerals, hormones, sleep…how are you supposed to fit it all in? Would you like to know how…in just 3 minutes a day?  We cover: Why the exercises you think are building bone probably aren't The one type of movement that can grow bone density in just minutes a day What your DEXA scan is telling you and, more importantly, what it's missing Why osteopenia doesn't have to be a diagnosis you fear The free app built directly from clinical trial research that makes this stupidly easy to start   Dr Tracey Clissold has over 30 years of academic experience as a lecturer and researcher in Exercise Science, Sports Nutrition and Women's Health. She is currently a lecturer at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology in New Zealand and is a nutrition consultant for national and international athletes and coaches. Tracey completed a PhD at Auckland University of Technology and created OSTEO-GAINS - a women's bone health app. Tracey previously represented New Zealand in distance running, winning several national and international marathon titles, including winning the New Zealand Auckland Marathon four times.   Contact Tracey Clissold: Website: https://osteo-gains.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/osteogains Email: info@osteogains.com   Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - https://www.oxfordhealthspan.com/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try MitoQ for optimal mitochondrial health. Code ZORA for 20% off https://mitoq.com/zora   Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠     Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠   Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠    Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠    For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/  Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

Testosterone, not GLP-1s, is what finally let Chalene Johnson lose body fat and build real muscle after 40, and she's laying out exactly how in this episode. Chalene explains why her total testosterone always looked normal on paper while she still felt exhausted and stuck in the gym, until a clinician finally tested her free testosterone and SHBG (sex hormone binding globulin) and found the real problem. In her words, total testosterone is the money in the bank, free testosterone is the cash in your pocket, and SHBG is the bank teller deciding how much you actually get to spend. She also gets into why she skipped the growth peptides everyone's talking about (tesamorelin, ipamorelin, CJC-1295) and switched from monthly testosterone injections to a daily cream instead. She talks candidly about the mold exposure that wrecked her hormones, caregiving through her father-in-law's Alzheimer's, and why she stopped weighing herself and started tracking body fat with an InBody scale instead. Topics discussed: testosterone for women, free testosterone, total testosterone, SHBG, hormone replacement therapy, perimenopause, GLP-1, tesamorelin, ipamorelin, CJC-1295, HGH, IGF-1, progressive overload, body composition, InBody scale, DEXA scan, mold toxicity, testosterone cream Midi Health testosterone for women: https://chalene.com/test Midi Health hormone and menopause care: https://chalene.com/midi   Go Beyond The Podcast Join Chalene on her private podcast

In this episode of the Working Triathlete Podcast, we sit down with Kurt Lockhart of Transformat10n Lab in Nashville, Tennessee, to discuss what they've learned from testing thousands of athletes. We explore how body composition analysis, resting metabolic rate testing, metabolic and aerobic fitness assessments, lactate testing, and sweat testing can provide valuable insights into performance, health, and longevity in endurance sports.We dive into common patterns seen among endurance athletes, including low energy availability, body composition misconceptions, fueling mistakes, and the physiological factors that often limit performance. We also discuss the practical application of DEXA scans, resting metabolic rate testing, VO₂ max testing, substrate utilization analysis, lactate testing, and advanced metabolic modeling to help athletes better understand how they produce and use energy.Whether you're chasing a Kona qualification, a personal best, or simply looking to train and fuel more effectively, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how modern performance testing can help athletes make smarter decisions and unlock their full potential.

Were you just told you have osteopenia or osteoporosis?Here's what your doctor may not have mentioned: they're the same disease, and the drugs commonly prescribed for it can actually make your bones more fragile, not stronger.In this episode, I break down the real warning signs, expose the suspicious timing between DEXA scan technology and the drug industry that followed it, and share how my own wife reversed her osteoporosis without a single prescription.For full show notes and transcript: https://drgundry.com//osteoporosis-osteopenia-symptomsOn this episode, you'll learn: Why osteopenia and osteoporosis are actually the exact same condition (01:12)Which warning signs could mean you have a hidden compression fracture you're unaware of (02:57)What Google gets wrong about "uncommon" bone loss symptoms (05:12)Why your balance problems might have nothing to do with your bones — and everything to do with your spine (5:45)The reason a sudden change in posture could be a red flag your body is sending you (06:17)What osteoblasts and osteoclasts are actually doing inside your bones every single day (011:00)The disturbing reason dental surgeons refuse to do implants on patients taking popular bone drugs (13:05)How a leaky gut could be the true root cause of your bone loss, not aging (14:48)The surprising story of how my own wife reversed her osteoporosis by changing her diet, not by medication (15:03)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome back to part 2 of this unbelievable conversation with Dr. Ramani where she is sharing with us her “cheat sheets” of all her best strategies for dealing with the relentless manipulation and games that a narcissist plays. Odds are you've encountered a narcissist before, and whether it's someone in the workplace or someone in your own home, each encounter with them can make you question your worth, ignore warning signs, and even give up your power to them. In part 2, we get into: - Why you need to learn to listen to your body for the red flags- How to effectively deal with the charm AND lack of empathy of a narcissist- Dr. Ramani's 3 steps to narcissistic resistance so you can break free from the abuse- & MORE!The reality is the narcissist will never change, so it's up to you to make a change and take your power back so you can live your life without losing confidence in who you are. Don't forget to order your copy of Dr. Ramani's new book, “It's Not You” here: https://a.co/d/7qYmF0fAnd if you're loving Women of Impact, please take a moment to leave us a review or rate the show. Your feedback is incredibly valuable!Follow Dr. Ramani:Website: https://doctor-ramani.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DoctorRamaniOrder “It's Not You”: https://a.co/d/7qYmF0fFollow Me Lisa Bilyeu: Website: https://www.radicalconfidence.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu X: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions. Go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/lisabilyeu Themes: Confidence, Relationships, Business, Mental Health, Self-ImprovementSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

 Learn about the Healing Power of Prolonged Fasting: HEREWhat if everything you've been told about muscle loss and prolonged water fasting isn't the full story?Dr. Katie Deming welcomes back Dr. Christy Kesslering, a fellow radiation oncologist who left conventional medicine to focus on metabolic health. Christy didn't just complete a supervised 14-day water fast. She tracked what happened before, during, and after it.She collected DEXA scans, body-composition measurements, toxin testing, insulin levels, cholesterol markers, and inflammation data. She wanted to understand what her own clients experience during an extended fast and see what the numbers could reveal about what was happening beneath the surface.The results challenged one of the biggest fears surrounding prolonged fasting.As a 58-year-old postmenopausal woman, Christy lost body fat while her follow-up DEXA scan showed an increase in lean mass. But the numbers are only part of the story. She also walks you through the difficult middle of the fast, including back pain, aching tissue, skin changes, shifting inflammation markers, and the gradual return to normal during refeeding.Dr. Katie and Christy also explore why rest is an essential part of a supervised fast, what happened to Christy's triglycerides and cholesterol-related markers, and why changes during fasting need to be interpreted differently from routine lab results.Chapters:00:05:00 - Escaping the Workaholic Hamster Wheel00:05:42 - The Health Data She Tracked00:09:21 - What Happened to Her Muscle Mass00:11:07 - Losing Fat While Gaining Lean Mass00:16:11 - Why Fasting Differs From Calorie Restriction00:23:53 - Disconnecting From Fight or Flight00:28:13 - What Hunger Felt Like After 14 Days00:28:56 - The Detox Symptoms Began00:30:25 - Her Inflammation Markers Rose00:31:24 - Why Triglycerides Changed00:33:30 - What Fasting Can Do to Cholesterol00:36:54 - Temporary Inflammation During Healing00:39:11 - Healing Can Look Messy First00:41:14 - What Her Toxin Testing Revealed00:45:01 - How Insulin Shifted During the Fast00:46:36 - The Possible Autophagy Turning Point00:48:59 - What Happened to Her Liver MarkersThis conversation offers a rare look at prolonged fasting through the experience of two physicians examining both the physical process and the laboratory data.You'll learn why rest may matter as much as not eating, why temporary lab changes can be misleading without context, and what Christy's results suggest about the fear of losing muscle during a properly supervised fast.Press play to hear the data that challenged the muscle-loss narrative.Connect with Dr. Christy Kesslering: https://www.kessrx.com/Which Fast Is Right for You? - Take the FREE QUIZ:https://www.whichfastisrightforyou.com/Join Dr. Katie's 3-Day Guided Fast, for expert support, daily live calls, and a community to fast alongside: Sign-Up Follow Dr. Katie Deming on InstagramWatch on YoutubeDISCLAIMER: The Born to Heal Podcast  is intended for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for seeking professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Individual medical histories are unique; therefore, this episode should not be used to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease without consulting your healthcare provider.A thought-provoking podcast explores cancer through the lens of holistic medicine and functional medicine, discussing causes of cancer, metabolic health, and unconventional approaches like water fasting, fasting and autophagy, and detox, while weighing fasting benefits against chemo side effects and radiation side effects, sharing stories of a cancer survivor navigating chemotherapy, natural medicine, holistic healing, and even spiritual healing on the path toward cancer remission and holistic health. 

Welcome to another amazing episode of Women of Impact! I'm Lisa Bilyeu and today we're tackling how to deal with narcissists in all sorts of situations, from the workplace and professional settings, to family, friendships and romantic partners. The amazing world renowned psychologist and narcissist expert Dr. Ramani is back and she's got even more wisdom to share from her 20+ years of experience studying narcissists and working with narcissistic abuse survivors. With sooo much love and compassion, Dr. Ramani is giving us the advice we need, but might not WANT to hear when it comes to THAT narcissist in our lives. In Part 1, we're going deep into:- Why you MUST DISENGAGE with the narcissist when they are playing the victim- How “soul distancing” can protect your well-being when the narcissist is gaslighting and invalidating you- The counter-intuitive way to take your power back & ending a narcissistic relationship - Why you WANT to explain & defend yourself to the narcissist, but NEVER, EVER should- & SOOOO much more!!! Let's be real guys, we'll all have to face a narcissist at some point or another, and this episode will arm you with the strategies you need to come out of each encounter without losing yourself. Be sure to order your copy of Dr. Ramani's new book, “It's Not You” here: https://a.co/d/7qYmF0fFollow Dr. Ramani:Website: https://doctor-ramani.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DoctorRamaniOrder “It's Not You”: https://a.co/d/7qYmF0fFollow Me Lisa Bilyeu: Website: https://www.radicalconfidence.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabilyeu/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisabilyeu X: https://twitter.com/lisabilyeu If you want to dive deeper into my content, search through every episode, find specific topics I've covered, and ask me questions. Go to my Dexa page: https://dexa.ai/lisabilyeu Themes: Confidence, Relationships, Business, Mental Health, Self-ImprovementSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Another Q&A episode in the books - ty to everyone who asked q's as always. Topics discussed: -Does pure barre count as resistance training?-Thoughts on taking unplanned rest days when your body is feeling beat up. -Workout ideas to do with a broken foot / in a walking boot.-Are lettuce wraps really that much healthier than eating a regular bun?-Are DEXA scans worth it?!?+ so much more in-between. Where to find me:IG: @lukesmithrdFill out a 1:1 Coaching Application HERETIA for listening!!

How do I find a preventive cardiologist in northern New Jersey?What is the best supplement for dissolving bone spurs?What is the half-life of vitamin D, either by supplement or sun exposure?What do you think about mushroom coffee? Does it have any health benefits?Please discuss how strontium affects DEXA scan results

The Erics sit down with bone health expert Dr. Lora Giangregorio, a professor of kinesiology at the University of Waterloo, to unpack what's actually known about how bone adapts to resistance training. The conversation covers why bone changes so slowly, the many sources of measurement error in DEXA scans, and why so much of the exercise-and-bone literature is underpowered and hard to interpret. Dr. G makes a central practical case: for building bone, the message shouldn't be "lift heavy" but rather "work hard." Emphasizing high effort over intimidating absolute loads lowers the barrier to entry, especially for older and osteoporotic populations, while still driving progressive overload. She argues the best current bet is combining moderate-to-high-intensity resistance training with impact work, introduced gradually on a foundation of strength. Along the way she debunks popular but weakly supported interventions, including weighted vests and whole-body vibration platforms, and discusses the difference between biological aging and simple chronic inactivity in bone loss. Iron Culture is proudly presented by the MASS Research Review. Mostly because Helms and Trex are co-owners. massresearchreview.com If you're in the market for some new (ultra-high-quality) gym gear or apparel, be sure to use code "MRR10" for a 10% discount over at elitefts.com If you'd like to submit a question for a future episode, head over to: massresearchreview.com/ironculture Chapters 0:00 Intro 4:13 Meet Dr. Lora Giangregorio 7:44 Why bone adapts so slowly 11:42 DEXA error & why to be skeptical 23:07 Does load matter? 33:58 "Heavy" vs "hard" & barrier to entry 42:42 What is impact training? 47:31 The science communication problem 52:55 The weighted vest myth 58:13 Muscle pull, compression & light loads 1:06:48 Do vibration platforms work? 1:09:54 Aging vs. inactivity 1:15:46 Drugs & HRT for bone 1:20:24 How the medications work 1:24:27 Wrap-up & where to find Dr. G

Struggling to break through your keto or low carb plateau? Book a free consultation call with Robert Sikes here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/callYour love handles are not just stubborn fat. They are a warning sign of the visceral fat hiding deep inside your body, and it could be quietly making you sick. In episode 901 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with Dr. Sean O'Mara to break down what MRI scans really reveal about visceral fat, deep subcutaneous fat, and the fat around your heart. Dr. O'Mara shares how one man reduced his heart fat by 60 percent in just five days, why fasting and sprinting beat long cardio, how gut bacteria and fermented foods change your body, and why your blood work may be lying to you. If you care about fat loss, longevity, and looking and performing your best, watch the full episode now.Follow Dr. O'Mara on IG: https://www.instagram.com/drseanomara/Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters0:00 - The MRI Experiment: Scanning a Natural vs. Enhanced Bodybuilder2:00 - Natty vs. Steroids: What Do MRI Scans Actually Reveal?3:35 - Do Steroids Cause Visceral Fat? A Doctor's Prediction4:37 - What Are Love Handles Really? The Deep Subcutaneous Fat Problem7:46 - Why Fascia Is a Bigger Deal Than Your Doctor Told You9:32 - Good Fat vs. Bad Fat: The Membrane That Separates Them11:54 - Why the Future of Healthcare Is Trainers, Not Doctors12:55 - Superficial vs. Deep Subcutaneous Fat: What Drives Each?14:21 - The Longevity Molecule Bodybuilders Are Starving Themselves Of15:53 - How To Burn Deep Subcutaneous Fat (Without Losing the Good Kind)18:06 - The Muscle You've Never Trained: Why Blood Flow Beats Hypertrophy20:38 - Can You Have Low Visceral Fat But Stubborn Love Handles?22:17 - How Fast Does Heart Fat Disappear? An NFL Player's Scan24:15 - The 60% Heart Fat Reduction in Just 5 Days26:23 - The 39-Hour Body Transformation That Shocked a Doctor29:06 - The Secret Probiotics That Supercharge Fat Loss30:57 - A Word on Keto Brick31:43 - Do You Need Fermented Foods on a Carnivore Diet?32:35 - How Gut Bacteria Create Natural GLP-1 (Ozempic Alternative?)34:00 - The Probiotics That Gave Him "Superhuman" Senses41:22 - The "Living Diet": Why You Should Chew Meat With Ferments43:05 - Why the Government Now Recommends Fermented Foods45:00 - DEXA vs. MRI: Which Is Accurate for Visceral Fat?47:09 - Why an MRI Scan Changes Your Life (And a Number Doesn't)53:03 - Why Blood Work Lies: The Case for Structural Health Markers58:07 - The Danger of Extreme Fasting (And How To Do It Right)1:00:31 - Why You Should Only Work Out in a Fasted State1:02:37 - Where To Find Dr. Sean O'Mara

What does it really take to build a healthier life without getting lost in trends, misinformation, and quick fixes? In this episode of I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman, host Luis Guzman sits down with entrepreneur, author, and wellness expert Sam Tejada for a deep conversation about modern wellness, preventive health, and the discipline required to create lasting change.Sam shares his incredible journey from becoming a certified lifeguard at just 14 years old to serving as a firefighter and paramedic before launching Liquid Vita, a company focused on helping people take control of their health through data-driven care. Along the way, he explains how his experiences inside emergency medicine completely changed the way he viewed the healthcare system and why he became passionate about prevention instead of simply treating illness after it appears.Luis and Sam dive into the growing movement toward functional medicine, discussing why so many people are questioning traditional healthcare, how lifestyle choices affect long-term health, and why understanding your body is one of the greatest investments you can make. They also unpack the role of toxins, inflammation, nutrition, recovery, and exercise while separating solid information from the hype that often floods social media.The conversation doesn't stop at science. It becomes personal as Luis opens up about his own transformation after losing more than 120 pounds. He shares the mental battles that continue long after the weight comes off, including body dysmorphia, fear of slipping back into old habits, and the daily choice to stay disciplined. Sam offers practical advice for building healthy routines that become part of your identity instead of temporary resolutions.The episode also explores the growing interest in peptides, longevity medicine, biohacking, and advanced health testing. Sam explains how tools like DEXA scans, VO2 Max testing, blood analysis, toxic load testing, and metabolic assessments can provide a clearer picture of overall health instead of relying on guesswork. He also discusses why personalized treatment plans often produce better long-term results than one-size-fits-all wellness trends.Throughout the conversation, both Luis and Sam emphasize that knowledge alone isn't enough. Real change comes from applying what you learn consistently, making better choices every day, and building habits that support the life you want to live. Whether you're an artist, entrepreneur, business owner, or simply someone looking to improve your health, this episode offers practical insights that extend far beyond fitness.In this episode, you'll hear about:Sam Tejada's journey from firefighter to entrepreneur and founder of Liquid VitaThe difference between reactive medicine and preventive healthcareWhy discipline outlasts motivation when building healthier habitsFunctional medicine, biohacking, peptides, and modern wellnessThe importance of DEXA scans, VO2 Max testing, blood work, and personalized health dataNutrition, inflammation, toxins, recovery, and metabolic healthLuis Guzman's personal weight-loss journey and lessons learned after losing over 120 poundsBuilding a sustainable lifestyle instead of chasing short-term resultsIf you enjoyed this episode of I'm an Artist, Not a Salesman, be sure to subscribe so you never miss a conversation with entrepreneurs, creatives, and industry leaders who share the real stories behind their success. Leave a rating and review on your favorite podcast platform, share this episode with a friend who could benefit from the conversation, and follow Luis Guzman and the podcast on social media for behind-the-scenes content, upcoming guests, and new episodes. Your support helps the show reach more creatives who want to build successful careers without sacrificing who they are.

Bone health is one of those midlife topics that many women don't think about until a DEXA scan shows osteopenia or osteoporosis — and suddenly they're handed a prescription, told to take calcium, and left wondering, "Wait… is that it?" In this episode of Living Life Naturally, Lynne is joined by functional medicine nutritionist Cindy Dupuie for an eye-opening conversation about bone density, menopause, estrogen, DEXA scans, osteoporosis medications, and why women need to become stronger advocates for their own health. Cindy brings more than 20 years of experience in functional medicine, nutrition, digestion, thyroid health, lab work, and menopausal support. Together, Lynne and Cindy discuss why waiting until age 65 for a first DEXA scan may not be ideal for many women, especially because significant bone loss often occurs in the first decade after menopause. They also explore important risk factors for early bone loss, including family history, low body fat during key bone-building years, eating disorders, intense athletic activity, long-term steroid use, low vitamin D, and other pieces that are often overlooked. In This Episode: Lynne and Cindy talk about why bone density matters so much for long-term independence, mobility, and quality of life. They also discuss why Cindy recommends women consider getting a baseline DEXA scan earlier than the standard recommendation, especially if they have risk factors. You'll also hear about two important bone-turnover markers — CTX and P1NP — and how they may help provide a clearer picture of whether bone loss is being driven more by breakdown or lack of formation. Cindy shares why resistance training, muscle maintenance, and certain types of movement can be so important for bone strength. Lynne and Cindy also discuss estrogen's role in bone protection, why the Women's Health Initiative study created lasting confusion around hormone therapy, and why individualized conversations with a knowledgeable provider matter. This episode also includes an honest conversation about osteoporosis medications, including bisphosphonates, how they work, why they're commonly prescribed, and why women may want to ask informed questions about risks, benefits, duration of use, and monitoring before making decisions. Most importantly, this conversation is a reminder that you deserve more than rushed answers. You deserve to understand your options, ask better questions, and participate fully in decisions about your bone health, hormones, and future mobility.  

"A wrist fracture is a marker of increased risk for a hip fracture later in life. I tell women: that is a wake-up call. Don't wait until you're 65 to have your bone density checked." — Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein  KEY LINKS  Subscribe to Age Better Cheat Sheet newsletter on Substack — where I go deep into the research behind every episode – HERE  Learn more about Dr. Wittstein's book, The Complete Bone and Joint Health Plan HERE  Follow Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein on Instagram HERE  Get more info about the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation HERE  ABOUT THIS EPISODE  I'm replaying my conversation with Dr. Jocelyn Wittstein — orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist at Duke University and author of The Complete Bone and Joint Health Plan — because since it first aired, I've received more questions about bone density, joint pain, and osteoporosis than about any other topic. This episode answers them.  WHAT YOU'LL LEARN  Why bone loss accelerates after menopause — and why it's never too late to build bone, at any age  The landmark LIFTMORE trial: how women in their 60s and beyond gained bone density in just eight months of heavy lifting  How heavy is "heavy"? The difference between lifting that builds bone and lifting that doesn't  Can you jump if you have arthritis? Dr. Wittstein's surprising answer — plus her simple swelling rule  What your DEXA scan may be missing, and the one add-on test to ask about  The truth about calcium: why spinach doesn't count, and the best non-dairy sources  Prunes, vitamin K, magnesium — which supplements and foods have real evidence behind them  Why a wrist fracture in your 50s or 60s is an early warning sign you should never ignore  Dr. Wittstein's top three daily habits for stronger bones and joints after 60  Aging isn't the problem. Losing strength is — and that's something you can change.  Follow AGE BETTER so you never miss an episode. Would rather watch than listen? Episodes can be found on the Barbara Hannah Grufferman YouTube channel (Playlist: AGE BETTER) by clicking HERE.  

MOPs & MOEs is proudly sponsored by Teamworks — the performance operations platform trusted by elite military units and professional sports organizations worldwide. Teamworks brings your scheduling, communications, athlete monitoring, and readiness data into one unified system — so your leaders stay informed, your people stay connected, and your unit stays ready. No more scattered spreadsheets or missed messages. Just one platform built for organizations where performance is the mission. Learn more at teamworkstactical.comWe are also supported by TrainHeroic — the coaching and programming platform built for strength and conditioning coaches who train serious athletes. Whether you're programming for a military unit, a tactical team, or individual athletes, TrainHeroic gives you the tools to build and deliver professional training programs, track athlete progress, and communicate directly with your people — all through one app. Your athletes get world-class programming on their phone; you get the visibility to actually coach them. Start your free trial at trainheroic.comThe Army Just Changed Body Composition Standards. Here's What It Means.Army Directive 2026-13 dropped on the seventh. Drew and Alex break it down — what changed, what was lost, who's affected, and why some very fit people are about to have a very bad time.What we get into:Waist-to-height ratio is now the only authorized standard. Height-weight screening tables are gone. Secondary methods like DEXA, BodPod, and InBody are gone. The AFT fitness exemption is gone. If your waist divided by your height is 0.55 or above, you are out of compliance. Everyone. No exceptions.Why the research actually supports waist-to-height ratio — as a population-level screening tool, not an individual-level diagnostic. The same literature that backs it up also says it should trigger further assessment, not be the final word.The fitness exemption was one of the most progressive things the Army had ever done on body composition. If you performed above a certain threshold, your body composition didn't matter. That's gone now.Commander's discretion replaces the old progression model. No more monthly measurements, no more defined progression requirements. Whether you're making progress and how long you stay enrolled is entirely up to your chain of command.Who's getting tripped up: postpartum women, shorter stockier men with wide torsos, and apparently some serious competitive athletes in very military-relevant sports.Alex's hot take: this feels like malicious compliance by the Army. They spent years and serious money on the Army Comprehensive Body Composition Study. This directive undoes a lot of that work with a two-page memo.No separations will be completed for 180 days while the Army conducts an assessment. Drew and Alex are collecting stories — if this new standard is catching fit soldiers, they want to hear from you.Mentioned in this episode:Secretary Hegseth memo — Military Fitness Standards, September 30 2025 → https://api.army.mil/e2/c/downloads/2025/09/30/9c939542/military-fitness-standards-osd010715-25-fod-final.pdfUnder Secretary memo — Additional Guidance on Military Fitness Standards, December 18 2025 → https://media.defense.gov/2026/Jan/12/2003855613/-1/-1/1/ADDITIONAL-GUIDANCE-ON-MILITARY-FITNESS-STANDARDS.PDFArmy Directive 2026-13 — Army Body Composition Program → https://home.army.mil/carson/8117/8345/8209/ARMY_DIR_2026-13_ABCP.pdfArmy DVIDS video — Army Updates Body Composition Program → https://www.dvidshub.net/video/1013878/army-updates-body-composition-program-abcpLong and Strong / Workhorse — the Mops and Moes training program on TrainHeroic → https://marketplace.trainheroic.com/workout-plan/team/leg-tuck-nation

The Ultimate Health Assessment: 400 Biomarkers That Could Save Your Life www.Over40FitnessHacks.comOver 40 Fitness Hacks SKOOL Group!Get Your Whoop4.0 Here!Dr. Clint Phillips - MediciMedici Website:Personal Website: Instagram: @medicihealthDr. Gabi AppIn this episode of Over 40 Fitness Hacks, host Brad Williams sits down with Dr. Clint Phillips, founder of Medici Health, to discuss the future of personalized medicine, AI-driven health optimization, peptides, and preventative healthcare.Dr. Phillips shares his deeply personal journey into longevity science, explaining how losing multiple family members at a young age inspired him to dedicate his career to helping people live longer, healthier lives. After building a successful chiropractic and rehabilitation practice in Aspen, Colorado, and later co-founding a medical second-opinion company following his daughter's stroke, he launched Medici Health with one mission: prevent disease before it starts.The conversation dives into Medici's comprehensive annual health assessment, which collects over 400 health data points through advanced blood testing, DNA analysis, DEXA scans, vascular imaging, skin AI analysis, cancer screening, balance testing, and more. Rather than treating disease after it develops, Medici focuses on identifying each person's unique risk factors and creating highly personalized strategies based on genetics, biomarkers, and lifestyle.Brad and Dr. Phillips discuss why personalized medicine is replacing the "one-size-fits-all" approach to health, highlighting examples where simple lifestyle changes—guided by genetic testing—can dramatically reduce disease risk. They also explore the growing role of artificial intelligence in healthcare, including Medici's AI assistant, Dr. Gabby, which helps users interpret health data, evaluate supplements, scan food products, and even estimate cardiovascular risk using only a smartphone camera.The discussion also covers the rapidly growing field of peptides. Dr. Phillips explains why peptides show tremendous promise for longevity and recovery but emphasizes that they should always be paired with proper laboratory monitoring rather than taken blindly. Brad agrees that objective testing is essential since feeling better doesn't always mean your body is responding positively.Throughout the interview, both emphasize that true health isn't simply avoiding illness—it's building resilience through exercise, nutrition, preventative testing, personalized care, and consistent habits. Dr. Phillips also praises personal trainers as some of the most influential professionals in preventive healthcare, reinforcing Brad's philosophy that fitness coaching remains one of the best investments people over 40 can make.Whether you're interested in biohacking, longevity, AI-powered healthcare, preventative medicine, or simply maximizing your healthspan, this episode provides an insightful look at where the future of healthcare is heading and how personalized data may soon replace generic health advice.If you're interested in online personal training or being a guest on my podcast, "Over 40 Fitness Hacks," you can reach me at brad@over40fitnesshacks.com or visit my website at:www.Over40FitnessHacks.comAdditionally, check out my Yelp reviews for my local business, Evolve Gym in Huntington Beach, at https://bit.ly/3GCKRzVDisclaimer: The information provided on this podcast, including interviews and recommendations, is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It does not constitute medical, nutritional, or professional fitness advice. The hosts and guests are not your personal doctors or trainers. Always consult a qualified medical professional before changing your diet, starting a new exercise regimen, or implementing any advice heard on this show. Use of any information provided is solely at your own risk.

View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) episode, Peter dives deep into the topic of muscle mass and strength, examining their essential roles in both lifespan and healthspan. Drawing from over 30 hours of prior discussions with experts including Layne Norton, Andy Galpin, and Mike Israetel, this episode distills the most important insights into one comprehensive and up-to-date conversation. Peter explores why muscle matters for longevity, metabolic health, and injury prevention, and clarifies the differences between muscle mass and strength, including which is more vital for aging well. He breaks down practical strategies for building muscle safely and effectively, including progressive overload, training intensity, rep ranges, and the importance of explosive power. Peter also covers key nutrition strategies—like protein intake, timing, and creatine supplementation—and offers practical advice for everyone from beginners to seasoned lifters on building and maintaining muscle safely and sustainably. We discuss: Peter's humorous experience talking nutrition with a second grader [3:00]; Overview of topics, episode structure, and reasoning for focus on muscle mass and strength [6:30]; Defining key terms: muscle mass, strength, hypertrophy, power, and more [8:45]; The importance of muscular strength, muscle mass, and cardiorespiratory fitness for longevity [11:00]; Grip strength as a simple yet powerful predictor of all-cause mortality [17:15]; Is muscle strength causal or just a marker of health? [20:30]; Why VO2 max, strength, and muscle mass are powerful health markers: a reflection of long-term consistent effort [23:00]; How muscle mass and strength enhance healthspan by supporting metabolic health, inflammation control, recovery from illness, mobility, and fall prevention [24:15]; How muscle mass and strength decline with age, and why it's essential to act early to slow decline and preserve function later in life [31:00]; The foundational principles of building muscle strength and size through resistance training [36:00]; How to apply "progressive overload" for long-term strength and muscle gains [40:00]; The difference between concentric and eccentric muscle contractions and how each impacts strength, hypertrophy, and injury prevention [45:15]; The differences between muscle fiber types, and how aging disproportionately affects fast-twitch fibers responsible for power [50:45]; How to effectively train for power [52:30]; Training intensity: the benefits and safety of using the "reps in reserve" method [53:30]; How to balance compound and isolation exercises in a workout routine, and why compound lifts are foundational [56:15]; Can bodyweight exercises build muscle as effectively as weight training? [58:15]; How women can effectively build strength and muscle: key considerations [59:45]; Effective methods for tracking progress in strength [1:01:45]; Effective methods for tracking progress in muscle mass, and how to interpret results from a DEXA scan [1:05:00]; How to balance workout frequency with recovery for optimal results [1:07:15]; How to recognize signs of overtraining and when to consider taking rest days [1:10:45]; Avoiding injury: how beginners or returning lifters can start resistance training safely [1:15:45]; Protein: recommended intake, quality sources, timing of consumption, and more [1:18:00]; How fasting and calorie restriction affect muscle mass and what can be done to minimize muscle loss [1:24:45]; Key nutritional factors beyond protein that support muscle growth: hydration, creatine, and recovery [1:28:15]; The impact of hormones, sleep, stress, and consistency on muscle building and recovery [1:29:15]; How to structure an effective workout routine for a younger person who is new to resistance training [1:32:00]; How to modify beginner resistance training programs for older individuals to prioritize safety and gradual progress [1:36:00]; Should beginners start with machines or free weights when resistance training? [1:37:00]; How experienced lifters should modify their training to support healthspan and performance in later life [1:38:30]; and More. Connect With Peter on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

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In this episode of The Work, Greg and I kick things off with a tongue twister, stair master etiquette, and a pretty cool reminder not to judge people too quickly.We also talk through the upcoming posing seminar, Natural State Savages updates, Keto Brick showing up in the natural bodybuilding space, July launches, DEXA scan takeaways, high fat nutrition experiments, fireworks chaos, Diesel's recovery, and a few flavors that may or may not make the cut.It's a little bit bodybuilding, a little bit business, and a whole lot of real life as we keep putting in the work.Greg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ketogreg80/Register For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQ

In this episode, Doug Larson, Dr. Mike Lane, and Coach Travis Mash break down the real-world science of training for aesthetics: getting leaner, building muscle, and looking better without losing sight of performance, health, and longevity. Mike opens with a wild DEXA scan story about breast implants and body composition testing, explaining how implants can skew lean mass and bone density numbers. The takeaway is simple: body composition tools are useful, but only when you understand what they are actually measuring. The crew then moves into the big rocks of physique change: nutrition, training volume, cardio, consistency, and choosing a style of training you can actually sustain. Travis shares how endurance work, reduced alcohol, better hydration, and family-wide nutrition habits helped him get leaner, while Doug and Mike explain why diet is usually the fastest lever for fat loss and lifting is the signal that helps preserve or build muscle. Whether you love bodybuilding, powerlifting, CrossFit, martial arts, climbing, or just want to look good and feel capable, the message is clear: train most days, eat mostly whole foods, and build habits you can repeat for years. Links: Doug Larson on InstagramCoach Travis Mash on Instagram

View the Show Notes Page for This Episode Become a Member to Receive Exclusive Content Sign Up to Receive Peter's Weekly Newsletter In this "Ask Me Anything" (AMA) episode, Peter explores the effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists—including drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Zepbound—with a particular focus on their impact on muscle. He examines how much lean mass people actually lose during treatment and how those changes compare to weight loss achieved through other methods, while explaining why measurements of lean mass on DEXA scans can sometimes be misleading. Peter discusses the effects of these medications on bone mass, fracture risk, strength, and physical function, highlighting why functional outcomes may be more important than body composition metrics alone. He also explores how GLP-1–based therapies affect different fat depots throughout the body, identifies who may be most vulnerable to muscle loss, and outlines practical strategies for preserving muscle and bone health while using these medications. Finally, Peter reviews early insights into retatrutide, a next-generation weight-loss therapy, including what current evidence suggests about its effects on weight loss and muscle mass. If you're not a subscriber and are listening on a podcast player, you'll only be able to hear a preview of the AMA. If you're a subscriber, you can now listen to this full episode on your private RSS feed or our website at the AMA #86 show notes page. If you are not a subscriber, you can learn more about the subscriber benefits here. We discuss: The evolution of GLP-1 receptor agonists from diabetes drugs to breakthrough weight-loss therapies [1:45]; Early concerns about lean mass loss with GLP-1 receptor agonists and the limitations of clinical trial data [3:45]; How newer research has changed the understanding of lean mass loss on GLP-1 receptor agonists and why DEXA measurements can misrepresent muscle loss [6:15]; Comparing lean mass loss across semaglutide, tirzepatide, and traditional weight-loss interventions [10:30]; Comparing lean mass loss from GLP-1 receptor agonists with bariatric surgery, and whether these drugs cause muscle loss beyond normal expectations from substantial weight loss [13:15]; The limited evidence regarding the timing of lean mass loss during GLP-1 therapy and the implications for exercise and nutrition strategies [16:00]; Body composition changes after stopping GLP-1 receptor agonists: weight regain, fat regain, and lean mass recovery [17:45]; Why lean mass measurements are an imperfect proxy for muscle health and function [21:45]; The effects of GLP-1 receptor agonists on bone mineral density, fracture risk, and the importance of resistance training [23:00]; Do GLP-1 receptor agonists directly cause muscle loss or simply mimic the effects of calorie restriction? [26:00]; Why strength and physical function often improve despite lean mass loss on GLP-1 receptor agonists [28:00]; Who is most at risk for lean mass loss during GLP-1–induced weight loss? [34:45]; Intramuscular fat (IMAT), DEXA limitations, and the challenge of measuring true muscle loss [37:00]; Preserving muscle while losing weight: resistance training, protein intake, and emerging research on preserving muscle during GLP-1–induced weight loss [39:00]; Resistance-training principles for preserving lean mass during GLP-1–induced weight loss [43:45]; Managing side effects and prioritizing protein intake while training on GLP-1 receptor agonists [46:15]; Retatrutide: early evidence on its effects on weight loss, lean mass, and muscle function, as well as the limitations of the data being collected in ongoing clinical trials [48:00]; The risks of using gray-market retatrutide before FDA approval [52:15]; Key takeaways [54:30]; and More. Connect With Peter on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube

In this episode of The Work, Greg and I catch up on everything from coffee enemas and parasite cleanses to business updates, Brick mishaps, vlogging gear, Father's Day, fireworks, dog cones, DEXA scans, and the itch to get back on stage.We've got a lot cooking heading into Q3 with the apparel launch, Keto Brick projects, Keto Bodybuilding updates, Natural State Savages, and plenty of behind the scenes chaos along the way. As always, it's a little bit business, a little bit bodybuilding, and a whole lot of real life.Greg Mahler is also a lifetime natural bodybuilder, and can be followed on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ketogreg80/Register For My FREE Masterclass: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQ

I'm joined by Doug Lucas for a rapid-fire myth-busting conversation about what women need to know about bone health, osteoporosis, fracture risk, and aging powerfully. Doug explains why calcium alone is not the answer, why walking is not enough to rebuild bone, and why a normal DEXA scan does not always mean you are safe. Most importantly, we talk about why bone loss is not something you simply have to accept and how the right lifestyle strategy can help you protect your strength, independence, and longevity. (00:00) Why calcium alone may not prevent fractures and can come with potential heart-health concerns. (00:33) Why walking may slow bone loss but is not enough to reverse osteoporosis. (01:07) Why osteoporosis risk is not limited to thin elderly women and can affect a much wider range of people. (01:55) Why GLP-1s are not necessarily the direct cause of bone loss, but severe calorie restriction and low protein intake can be a concern. (02:39) Why a normal DEXA scan does not automatically mean you are safe from fragility fractures. (03:59) How family history, previous fractures, and other risk factors can reveal a higher risk for future fractures. (05:38) Why osteoporosis medications can be useful in some cases but may not be the only or best first option for everyone. (07:39) Why Doug believes bone loss can be reversed when the underlying causes are addressed and lifestyle changes are sustained. Watch full episode: https://youtu.be/fNfa91MO9cM?si=PNZx_lzpP3TcI_sW Full show notes (including all links mentioned): https://jjvirgin.com/drdoug Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices