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Why Women Shouldn’t Train Fasted — And Why It Gets Riskier After 40

Most “train fasted for fat loss” advice comes from studies done on men. Female physiology treats an empty stomach as...
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Why Zone 2 (Aerobic Training — Running, Hiking, Biking) Alone Won’t Get Women The Results...

Most women are told steady-state cardio is the secret to fat loss and long-term health. Zone 2 (aerobic training —...
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Struggling With High Stress or Cortisol? Strength Training May Help, Not Hurt.

Most of the busy professionals, parents, and business owners I train are convinced lifting weights will spike their stress hormones....
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