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Managing Early and Surgical Menopause

For some women, the transition comes early–and sometimes abruptly. Here’s what you need to know. Menopause is mainstream news these days, which is great. But the focus tends to be on women who hit the milestone during midlife, around the average age or 51 or so, which leaves women who come into ...

by Dr Stacy Sims — Oct 14, 2024 menopause

How to Fuel to Compete in the Heat

Staying on top of nutrition becomes more challenging as the temperatures rise. With much of the US stuck in sweltering late summer temps, the seasons changing in the Southern Hemisphere, and Kona right around the corner, I thought it would be a good opportunity to talk about a training and racin...

by Dr Stacy Sims — Oct 14, 2024 fueling heat hydration training

Why ChatGPT Isn’t Your Best Coach

You’re better off picking up a women’s fitness magazine from the nineties. As a scientist, I love tech. I’ve been experimenting and helping develop artificial intelligence systems, especially in the realm of women-specific exercise training, for several years. And when it comes to developing wor...

by Dr Stacy Sims — Oct 14, 2024 coaching training

Empowering Female Athletes: Part 2

Digging into the rest of the International Society of Sports Nutrition Female Athlete Position Stand. Here’s what you need to know. In the last blog, I discussed the first part of the International Society of Sport Nutrition (ISSN) Position Stand for the Female Athlete. In case you missed it, we...

by Dr Stacy Sims — Oct 14, 2024 anemia fueling hydration lea supplements

Empowering Female Athletes: Part 1

A Review of the International Society of Sports Nutrition Female Athlete Position Stand I am just back from a whirlwind trip in the US, and one of the stops was to present the new Female Athlete Position Stand at the International Society of Sport Nutrition’s (ISSN) annual conference. The ISSN h...

by Dr Stacy Sims — Oct 14, 2024 anemia creatine fueling hydration lea supplements

Are You Draining Your Body’s Battery Power?

If you’re an active female, chances are you’re at risk for low energy availability and the health consequences it brings. Here’s what you need to know. When researchers screen the nutritional intake of female athletes, a staggering percentage are not eating enough to support their performance a...

by Dr Stacy Sims — Oct 14, 2024 fueling lea nutrition

What Women Should Know About Adaptogens

How to use these powerful botanicals to feel and perform your best. From coffee to green powders to capsules, teas, and tinctures, adaptogens are ubiquitous in the wellness world right now, with promises of strengthening immunity, increasing mental focus, boosting energy, reducing stress, and m...

by Dr Stacy Sims — Oct 14, 2024 adaptogens

Women Need Strength for Life

Research shows that lighter weights and higher reps can build muscle, but it’s important that we prioritize strength and power. Anyone who follows me knows that I tell women they need to prioritize strength training in their workouts and that they need to include days where they lift heavy sh*t....

by Dr Stacy Sims — Oct 14, 2024 lift heavy muscle strength training

Sweltering Sauna or Cold Plunge?

The science behind ice baths and sauna sessions. Extreme temperature treatments have been a hot (pun intended) trend for the past few years. Long-time athlete Gabby Reece famously swears by super hot (up to 220 degrees F!) sauna treatments followed by icy cold plunges and Lady Gaga’s Instagram f...

by Dr Stacy Sims — Oct 14, 2024 cold heat

The Benefits of Explosive Training for Women

Plyometric training can improve power, speed, and agility as well as improve metabolic and bone health in women of all ages. Plyometric exercises involve explosive movements, such as jumping, hopping, and bounding, that help to improve muscle power, speed, and agility. Women often look aghast wh...

by Dr Stacy Sims — Oct 14, 2024 plyometrics strength

Creatine FAQs for Active Women

NOTE: These recommendations are for active women with no relevant medical conditions. This FAQ article answers the most common questions I get from women about creatine. If you want the full science-backed guide on how creatine supports muscle, brain, and bone health across the female lifespan,...

by Dr Stacy Sims — Oct 14, 2024 creatine menopause muscle perimenopause strength supplements

Cutting Through the Confusion of Cycle-Sync Style Training

Tracking and training with your menstrual cycle helps you dial in your fitness with your physiology. It’s well known that I advocate tracking and when appropriate adjusting training and nutrition to align with the physiology of the menstrual cycle and the individual’s responses to her hormones. ...

by Dr Stacy Sims — Oct 14, 2024 menstrual cycle tracking

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