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    Muscle Science for Women

    Muscle Science for Women is a weekly podcast for women who want to build muscle, get stronger, improve their nutrition, and understand what their bodies actually need, especially in their 40s and beyond.

    Hosted by Rachel Gregory, MS, CNS, CSCS, and Ashleigh VanHouten, each episode takes a question women are asking and breaks down what the research says, what matters in real life, and what you can actually do with that information.

    Rachel is a nutritionist, strength and conditioning specialist, and the founder of RG Fitness. Ashleigh is an author, coach, and former nationally ranked natural figure competitor and powerlifter. Together, they bring science, coaching experience, personal stories, and plenty of honest conversation to topics that are often confusing, oversimplified, or buried under a mountain of internet bullshit.

    You’ll hear conversations about strength training during perimenopause and menopause, hormone replacement therapy, bone density, body composition, and how to train now so you can still be strong at 80. Rachel and Ashleigh also dig into the fundamentals beneath it all, including protein, fat loss, maintenance phases, muscle growth, rep ranges, cardio, training zones, GLP-1s, fasting, gut health, pelvic floor health, emotional eating, and the habits that make progress sustainable.

    This is not about chasing perfection or following one rigid plan. It’s about understanding the why behind training and nutrition so you can make better decisions for your body, your goals, and the season of life you’re in.

    Have a question you want Rachel and Ashleigh to answer? Want to explore the Muscle Science for Women training programs?

    Visit https://musclescienceforwomen.com

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    Latest Episodes:
    Rob Mack | The art and science of happiness Sep 02, 2020
    Show notes

    This week's episode is one everyone can learn from and use immediately to become happier - no small claim! Ashleigh speaks with Rob Mack, an ivy-league-educated Positive Psychology expert, happiness coach, and Author. He is one of the world's leading experts on the relationship between happiness and success. He helps individuals and organizations achieve an energizing balance of authentic personal happiness and effortless professional success, based on time-tested, face-valid, empirical data and timeless, transcendental wisdom.In this episode, Rob walks us through his journey to his current work, including struggling with suicidal depression as a younger person, to dedicating his life to helping people find "peaceful aliveness."

    They talk about the importance of understanding for your self what "peace" and happiness means to you; how to balance internal and external validation and pleasure; how to reframe challenge and adversity so your struggles work for you instead of against you; and the stunning concept that your perception of your health and success matters more than quantifiable, extrinsic measurements. This episode is the best free therapy out there - if you enjoy it, please share it with someone you care about, and check out Rob's book, Happiness from the Inside Out.

    My nose-to-tail cookbook, It Takes Guts, is available now for pre-order on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and Chapters!

    Connect with Rob online at coachrobmack.com and on social media @robmackofficial, and buy his book, Happiness from the Inside Out

    Want to connect, ask questions for the podcast, or offer feedback? Drop me a note on Instagram @themusclemaven, send me an email at ashleighvanhouten@gmail.com, and sign up for my weekly newsletter at ashleighvanhouten.com

    Thanks to our show sponsor BUBS Naturals - stock up on the best quality grass fed collagen and MCT powder at bubsnaturals.com and use the code MM20 for a discount!


    Dr. Elly Michelle | Q&A about hormones, disordered eating, and the "toned" woman myth Aug 18, 2020
    Show notes

    Today Ashleigh welcomes back her friend Dr. Elly Michelle Lieppman, a licensed naturopathic doctor who specializes in individualized women's medicine, optimizing hormones, digestion, and energy. Dr. Elly Michelle is passionate about restoring balance in the body naturally and sustainably through lifestyle medicine, nutrition, and strategic supplementation, by uncovering the root cause of health concerns and understanding what is going on in your body at a deeper level. With specific expertise in eating disorders, Elly brings so much to table and the two women answer audience questions about vitamin deficiencies, overcoming body insecurity, what your cycle is telling you about your health, and misconceptions over what it takes to achieve that "toned" look so many women are after. All that and more in this info-packed episode!

    Want to connect, ask questions for the podcast, or offer feedback? Drop me a note on Instagram @themusclemaven, send me an email at ashleighvanhouten@gmail.com, and sign up for my weekly newsletter at ashleighvanhouten.com

    Thanks to our show sponsor BUBS Naturals - stock up on the best quality grassfed collagen and MCT powder at bubsnaturals.com and use the code MM20 for a discount!

    Try Sweet Apricity's Paleo and AIP friendly sweets, like amazing caramels and marshmallows, for a treat that won't make you feel gross. Use the code MUSCLEMAVEN at sweetapricity.com for 15% off!

    Follow Dr. Elly Michelle on Instagram @dr.ellymichelle and check out her website, www.drellymichelle.com


    Ep 12: Eating organ meat, thriving on a low carb diet, and making decisions with facts rather than emotion: chatting with Paul Saladino Aug 11, 2020
    Show notes

    This week Ashleigh chats about organ meat, optimizing health, and the carnivore diet with the carnivore MD himself, Paul Saladino, author of the Carnivore Code. They break down listener questions about the healthiest animals to eat, how to eat them, how to optimize immune and gut health, how to train on a low carb or carnivore diet, using a carnivore approach as a health reset, insulin sensitivity, and a lot more. If you're interested in the benefits of a nose-to-tail diet, optimizing your animal protein intake, and possibly upgrading your health, you'll want to listen all the way through to this one!

    Want to connect, ask questions for the podcast, or offer feedback? Drop me a note on Instagram @themusclemaven, send me an email at ashleighvanhouten@gmail.com, and sign up for my weekly newsletter at ashleighvanhouten.com

    Thank you to my awesome show sponsor, Santa Cruz Medicinals, offering high-quality, third-party-tested CBD products including MCT-based tinctures, CBD-infused coconut oil, skincare, and so much more! Head to scmedicinals.com and use the code MUSCLEMAVEN15 for a 15% discount.


    Ep11: Talking skincare, sex, and stem cells with Dr. Amy Killen Aug 04, 2020
    Show notes

    In today's episode Ashleigh speaks with anti-aging expert Dr. Amy Killen about all the fun stuff: sexual health, skin health, and longevity, for men and women. They talk about stem cell therapy, peptides, hormone therapy, and all the ways Dr. Killen is researching and implementing bio-optimization with her clients. Often, addressing sexual health or even cosmetic anti-aging treatments can be a gateway into a deeper understanding of true health and longevity, so this is a fun intro into all the ways we can look at our health and address the myriad challenges or questions we all have.

    This is a great chat about anti-aging with an expert in the field, and a good reminder that we shouldn't be trying to "stop" the natural process of aging; rather, we can address some of the negative aspects of getting older that we take for granted are inevitable, when they don't have to be. We can have beautiful skin, great sex, and robust health as we age - listen to this episode to find out how to do it!

    Want to connect, ask questions for the podcast, or offer feedback? Drop me a note on Instagram @themusclemaven, send me an email at ashleighvanhouten@gmail.com, and sign up for my weekly newsletter at ashleighvanhouten.com

    Want the health benefits of organ meats but not ready to eat them? I use Ancestral Supplements grass-fed desiccated organ supplements. I love the company and the quality of their offerings - check them out at here, use the code MAVEN10 for a discount and let me know if you have any questions about their products before you buy!


    Ep 10: The science of stress and stress mitigation with Dr. Andrew Huberman Jul 28, 2020
    Show notes

    Today on Muscle Maven Radio, Ashleigh speaks with Dr. Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist and a professor in the department of neurobiology at the Stanford university school of medicine. He studies brain development, brain plasticity, neural regeneration as well as things like controlling your brain state, tangible ways to manage fear, stress and anxiety, and at his lab he also works on strategies for halting and reversing vision loss ad how visual perceptions and autonomic arousal states impact behavioral responses.

    In this episode we dive into practical ways to immediately control brain state and help mitigate acute stressors, rewiring your brain for positivity, we talk about neurotransmitters, breath work, and even how your vision impacts your stress response. All that and much more, you might want to take notes on this one!

    Want to connect, ask questions for the podcast, or offer feedback? Drop me a note on Instagram @themusclemaven, send me an email at ashleighvanhouten@gmail.com, and sign up for my weekly newsletter at ashleighvanhouten.com

    Thanks to our show sponsor BUBS Naturals - stock up on the best quality grassfed collagen and MCT powder at bubsnaturals.com and use the code MUSCLEMAVEN for a discount!

    Try Sweet Apricity's Paleo and AIP friendly sweets, like amazing caramels and marshmallows, for a treat that won't make you feel gross. Use the code MUSCLEMAVEN at sweetapricity.com for 15% off!


    Ep 9: Strength takes many forms: powerlifting through a cancer diagnosis with Nikki Balkau Jul 21, 2020
    Show notes

    Today's episode is about the many forms that strength can take, the power of perspective, and ultimately the story of a pretty remarkable human being who has been through more than most and has come out of it all a stronger, wiser person. Nikki Balkau is a powerlifter, but like all of us she's a lot more than that. We discuss her experience being diagnosed with Leukemia has an otherwise healthy twenty-something, and how she dealt with that diagnosis physically and mentally (including continuing to train, literally, while undergoing chemo).

    We talk about her background with and recovery from an eating disorder, and how different sports throughout her life have shaped her attitudes towards her body and her self-worth and identity. Her openness and willingness to share the good and the bad of her deeply personal story with the world is incredibly inspiring, and may help anyone who's listening and going through something tough - it's a reminder that whatever you're going through, you're not alone, and there are lessons to be learned even in our darkest times.

    Want to connect, ask questions for the podcast, or offer feedback? Drop me a note on Instagram @themusclemaven, send me an email at ashleighvanhouten@gmail.com, and sign up for my weekly newsletter at ashleighvanhouten.com

    Thanks to our show sponsor BUBS Naturals - stock up on the best quality grassfed collagen and MCT powder at bubsnaturals.com and use the code MUSCLEMAVEN for a discount!


    EP 8: Hormones, fertility, and strength with Dr. Fit and Fabulous, Jaime Seeman Jul 14, 2020
    Show notes

    On this episode of Muscle Maven Radio, Ashleigh speaks with Dr. Fit and Fabulous, Dr. Jaime Seeman. A functional OBGYN and surgeon, she also calls herself the vagina doctor so it only makes sense that they talk about nutrition and health for pregnancy and women who wish to become pregnant; what your monthly cycle can tell you about your health; metabolic flexibility, carbs, and keto for women; and hormonal health in general. They also discuss Dr. Seeman's participation in the Titan Games, and is The Rock really as cool in person as he seems? This is a must-listen for any woman looking to learn more about health and hormones.

    Thanks to our show sponsor BUBS Naturals - stock up on the best quality grassfed collagen and MCT powder at bubsnaturals.com and use the code MUSCLEMAVEN for a discount!

    Want to connect, ask questions for the podcast, or offer feedback? Drop me a note on Instagram @themusclemaven, send me an email at ashleighvanhouten@gmail.com, and sign up for my weekly newsletter at ashleighvanhouten.com


    EP7: Talking sex and pull-ups with Untrue author Wednesday Martin Jul 07, 2020
    Show notes

    Because sexual health is an important part of overall health and wellness, In today's episode Ashleigh speaks with writer Wednesday Martin about her groundbreaking book Untrue.

    They dive into complex topics like women's sexuality and how stereotypes about women's sexuality are created and perpetuated. They talk about the historical and anthropological bases for a lot of our ideas about sexuality; why common tropes about women and sex and relationships tend to be vastly different from how women speak about these thing amongst themselves; and how female autonomy, rather than attempting to define the "best" way to be a sexual person in this world, is a more practical and helpful goal for all of us.

    And, because this is Muscle Maven Radio, we also talk about pull-ups. Don't miss this provocative and eye-opening conversation!

    Want to connect, ask questions for the podcast, or offer feedback? Drop me a note on Instagram @themusclemaven, send me an email at ashleighvanhouten@gmail.com, and sign up for my weekly newsletter at ashleighvanhouten.com

    Thank you to my awesome show sponsor, Santa Cruz Medicinals, offering high-quality, third-party-tested CBD products including MCT-based tinctures, CBD-infused coconut oil, skincare, and so much more! Head to scmedicinals.com and use the code MUSCLEMAVEN for a 15% discount.


    EP 6: Trusting yourself over technology: the future of wellness tracking with the founders of MetriLife Jun 30, 2020
    Show notes

    The problem with most health tracking apps is that they tend to influence people to rely more on external data than their own thinking. Today's guests are Paul Oneid and Jay Nera, the founders of MetriLife, a mobile app that teaches you how your daily behaviors affect your life and provide you with actionable feedback to improve your mental and physical health and performance. They join us on the show to talk about their app, but also the idea that all health goals are contingent on mindset, behaviors, and our ability to understand and be honest with ourselves. We begin by hearing how our two guests met before diving into a fascinating conversation about what mental health is all about and how to approach it. Jay and Paul talk about journaling, the need for reflection along with introspection, and the freedom of being in the present. We also discuss how to get past faddy understandings of conscious living and what we can learn about growth from a place of self-love rather than insecurity and obsession. We touch on defining what being good means for ourselves and how to start the process of breaking bad habits that are self-serving. From there, we take a deeper dive into MetriLife and how it differs from other tracking apps by holding an up a mirror based on feedback you give it, thereafter providing tools to form associations between where you are and want to be. Join us for all these amazing philosophical insights into the role of accountability and technology in health today!

    Want to connect, ask questions for the podcast, or offer feedback? Drop me a note on Instagram @themusclemaven, send me an email at ashleighvanhouten@gmail.com, and sign up for my weekly newsletter at ashleighvanhouten.com

    My favorite CBD is Santa Cruz Medicinals; their products are third-party tested and the most effective I've used. They offer flavored CBD tinctures, CBD-infused pain lotion, coconut oil and soaps, and a bunch more - check them out at scmedicinals.com and use the code MUSCLEMAVEN for a discount.

    Key Points From This Episode:

    • Jay and Paul's background in the fitness space and cofounding 1-Life Inc.
    • How our guests met through powerlifting and combined strengths in a business partnership.
    • Lessons about mental health Paul takes from his job and applies in the business.
    • How Jay got into stem journaling leading to writing Sisyphus is Smiling.
    • Journaling practices and the use of them for achieving better mental health.
    • The fad of living consciously and the deep introspection this habit really involves.
    • Leveling up without becoming neurotic by learning from Sisyphus and powerlifting.
    • Learning that freedom and growth are about being present in the moment, even if it's difficult.
    • The challenge of approaching growth from a place of loving, not hating yourself.
    • Moving past stoicism to define your version of good using broader philosophy.
    • Our tendency react to problems by depressing and never taking action.
    • Getting past self-serving negative habits by being aware of the need they serve.
    • How MetriLife works by holding up a mirror and helping users reflect on their feelings.
    • The problem with many fitness tracking apps' data gathering methodology.
    • A story where a user's bad attitude caused him to give MetriLife a bad review.
    • Overall positive responses that MetriLife receives from the fitness community.
    • The value of being open with struggles and taking initiatives to change them.
    • The age range and demographic of users who are downloading MetriLife.
    • The ins, outs, and benefits of Paul's get shredded program!
    • How Paul and Jay are training at this time where everybody is staying at home.
    • Free resources from Jay and Paul, and new projects in the pipeline!

    Tweetables:

    "Living consciously is becoming a fad phrase and I honestly haven't heard one person talk about it on a non-superficial level. It involves a lot more things than, 'Oh, living consciously means not operating on a subconscious level." — @jay_nera [0:15:12]

    "If I'm working and I'm busy, I don't have to think about my problems, but the reality is that those problems and that friction within your life is where all of your personal growth is going to be. You need to take time to reflect." — @pauloneid [0:26:10]

    "Our tagline for MetriLife is that it's an intelligent approach to living healthier, living happier, and living stronger, and the reason why it is an intelligent approach is because you're the one in the driver's seat." — @pauloneid [0:52:36]

    "This is a reality check and look in the mirror to see where are you today, and then it's a helping hand to guide you along a journey that you're creating for yourself." — @pauloneid [0:53:47]

    "Through technology, we're inundated with so many external connections that we lose this connection with the inside. We don't look inside and that's where the revolutionary act is." — @jay_nera [0:55:05]

    Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:

    Paul Oneid

    Jay Nera

    MetriLife

    Sisyphus is Smiling

    'Is it OK to Not Be OK?'

    'Behaviors to Monitor and Practice'

    Shane Church

    Nathaniel Branden

    Secrets of the Millionaire Mind

    Tony Robbins

    Seneca the Younger Marcus Aurelius

    Lost Connections

    Johann Hari

    Atomic Habits

    James Clear

    simonhybrid

    Unplugged

    Dr. Andy Galpin

    Brian Mackenzie

    Muscle Maven Radio on YouTube

    Ashleigh VanHouten

    Ashleigh VanHouten Email

    Ashleigh VanHouten on Instagram

    Santa Cruz Medicinals

    Santa Cruz Medicinals on Instagram


    EP 5: Q&A: Deep dive on the carnivore diet, and learning to love organ meats Jun 16, 2020
    Show notes

    Covering all aspects of the carnivore movement, today's episode is flipped on its head with Muscle Maven Radio host Ashleigh Vanhouten as today's guest! Beth Lipton, chef, recipe developer, and wellness writer is today's host and asks Ashleigh all the questions you've ever wanted to ask about a carnivorous diet. We cover health, safety, and sustainability, especially for women interested in following this lifestyle, and Ashleigh shares how a carnivorous diet can work as a tool for building muscle and living a longer, healthier life. We also talk about convenience and where to source what some would consider unusual animal proteins, including organ meat, which Ashleigh endorses as a delicious and nutrient-rich source of protein, as well as some personal stories about cooking with animal protein and recipe development from both Ashleigh and Beth. For all you've ever wanted to know about the carnivore movement, and to find out more about Ashleigh's upcoming book, Nose-to-Tail, tune in today!

    Want to connect, ask questions for the podcast, or offer feedback? Drop me a note on Instagram @themusclemaven, send me an email at ashleighvanhouten@gmail.com, and sign up for my weekly newsletter at ashleighvanhouten.com

    Thanks to our show sponsor BUBS Naturals - stock up on the best quality grassfed collagen and MCT powder at bubsnaturals.com and use the code MUSCLEMAVEN for a discount!

    Key Points From This Episode:

    • What the carnivore movement means to Ashleigh.
    • Whether a carnivorous diet is safe and sustainable for women.
    • Beth's experience of a carnivorous diet as a reset method, not something permanent.
    • Ashleigh explains how and why a carnivorous diet can work as a tool for women specifically.
    • Beth weighs in on why stressing about food is unhealthy and counterproductive.
    • Protein in meat as the most satiating macronutrient for Ashleigh, preventing overeating.
    • How a carnivorous diet can be simpler and easier while traveling.
    • Women, muscle, body composition, and a protein first approach on a carnivorous diet.
    • Losing fat versus building muscle and the importance of muscle for health and longevity.
    • What Ashleigh's process is for recipe development, prioritizing health and familiarity.
    • Ashleigh relates to how scary working with new ingredients can be, especially organ meat.
    • Where Ashleigh's interest in organ meat and a carnivorous diet came from.
    • Ashleigh's advice for someone interested in this lifestyle but is struggling to get started.
    • Beth suggests asking your butcher to integrate organ meat into your regular order.
    • Ashleigh describes the process of sourcing ingredients for her recipes.
    • Ashleigh's experience of having difficulty with organ meats and how she got through it.
    • Beth's experience of cooking with organ meats or unusual animal proteins.
    • Why Ashleigh will or won't eat specific animal proteins, focused on safety and ethics.
    • Ashleigh summarizes what she wants to impart about animal protein and organ meat.

    Tweetables:

    "For me, the carnivore approach is someone who is deciding to eat animal products only" — @Ashleigh_VH [0:07:47]

    "The point is to find an approach to diet that best suits your goals, your physiology, how you want to live" — @Ashleigh_VH [0:18:42]

    Links Mentioned in Today's Episode:

    Bubs Naturals Website

    Ashleigh Vanhouten on Twitter

    Ashleigh Vanhouten Website

    Ashleigh Vanhouten Instagram

    Beth Lipton Website

    Beth Lipton on Twitter

    Beth Lipton on Instagram

    Michaela Petersen Website Mark Bell Website

    Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Website

    Paul Saladino Website

    Diana Rodgers: Sustainable Dish Website

    Tara Couture: Slow Down Farmstead


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