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Rethinking Nighttime Nutrition: Dr. Mike Ormsbee on Sleep, Metabolism & Fat Loss May 08, 2025

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(00:00:00) Rethinking Nighttime Nutrition: Dr. Mike Ormsbee on Sleep, Metabolism & Fat Loss
(00:03:31) Pre-sleep feeing for females
(00:11:16) Perimenopause sleep
(00:17:16) Thoughts on protein
(00:41:12) Resistance training
Can eating before bed really help you burn fat, sleep better, and build muscle? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Mike Ormsbee joins Hailey to explore the science of nighttime nutrition, revealing how the right bedtime snacks can actually support metabolism, recovery, and weight loss—especially for active women and endurance athletes.
Tune in as they debunk common myths about late-night eating, discuss research-backed strategies for pre-sleep fueling, and share real-life success stories that challenge conventional fitness advice.
Be First in Line for Shred Happens: Our popular 6-week challenge for shredding fat and building muscle starts October 18. You get a personalized calorie/macro budget, live Q&A calls with experts, workouts for both gym and home, prize giveaways and an incredible community of women doing it along with you. Save Your Spot →
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From Frustrated to Free: How Karen Lost 15 Pounds and Reclaimed Her Health After 40 May 01, 2025

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(00:00:00) From Frustrated to Free: How Karen Lost 15 Pounds and Reclaimed Her Health After 40
(00:01:21) Karen's background leading up to how she reclaimed her health after 40
(00:08:25) Overeating
(00:14:57) Learning what to eat and what to order out
Struggling with weight gain, low energy, or emotional eating after 40? You’re not alone. In this inspiring episode, Karen opens up about her powerful transformation—losing 15 pounds, healing after grief, and cutting through the noise of diet culture with the help of Nutrition Happens. Learn how she overcame midlife challenges with practical nutrition strategies, expert guidance, and a mindset shift that changed everything. If you’re a woman over 40 ready to feel strong, healthy, and in control again—this is your episode.
Be First in Line for Shred Happens: Our popular 6-week challenge for shredding fat and building muscle starts October 18. You get a personalized calorie/macro budget, live Q&A calls with experts, workouts for both gym and home, prize giveaways and an incredible community of women doing it along with you. Save Your Spot →
Hailey Happens Fitness Membership is my full training system in your back pocket. Join with a Yearly Plan to design a training year that fits your midlife goals and body.
Start training with a 10-day free trial →

Fitness Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All: Menopause, Metabolism & Training Science with Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan Apr 24, 2025

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(00:00:00) Fitness Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All: Menopause, Metabolism & Training Science with Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan
(00:07:17) How does science come into play?
(00:10:33) It's not one size fits all and here's why
(00:30:06) Women and creatine
(00:42:10) Supplements to help with brain fog
In this refreshingly honest and research-backed episode, Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan returns to The Body Pod to cut through the noise around women’s fitness, menopause, and metabolism. From fasted vs. fed workouts to creatine for women, metabolic flexibility, and the role of cardio vs. strength training, this episode delivers science-based clarity and practical advice for women navigating midlife health and fitness.
You’ll learn how to:

Train smarter—not harder—through hormonal changes
Optimize fat loss and body composition with science
Build strength and energy in your 40s, 50s, and beyond
Use creatine and strength training to support longevity
Improve performance through personalized nutrition

Whether you're a coach, a seasoned lifter, or just starting your fitness journey, this episode empowers you to trust your body, train with confidence, and adapt with science.
Be First in Line for Shred Happens: Our popular 6-week challenge for shredding fat and building muscle starts October 18. You get a personalized calorie/macro budget, live Q&A calls with experts, workouts for both gym and home, prize giveaways and an incredible community of women doing it along with you. Save Your Spot →
Hailey Happens Fitness Membership is my full training system in your back pocket. Join with a Yearly Plan to design a training year that fits your midlife goals and body.
Start training with a 10-day free trial →

Zone 2 Training, Rep Ranges, & Time-Restricted Eating for Women with Dr. Stacy Sims Apr 17, 2025

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(00:00:00) Zone 2 Training, Rep Ranges, & Time-Restricted Eating for Women with Dr. Stacy Sims
(00:01:40) Zone 2 Training
(00:16:47) Rep ranges
(00:22:35) Time-restricted eating
In this episode, Hailey is joined by friend and business partner Dr. Stacy Sims to answer three of the most common questions from their Power Happens community.
They break down:
- Optimal rep ranges for women’s strength training
- The science behind HIIT/SIT workouts vs. Zone 2 training
- The key differences between intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating
Whether you're training smarter, optimizing energy, or navigating nutrition timing, this episode delivers science-backed strategies tailored for women.
Listen in—and share with someone who trains like you do.
Be First in Line for Shred Happens: Our popular 6-week challenge for shredding fat and building muscle starts October 18. You get a personalized calorie/macro budget, live Q&A calls with experts, workouts for both gym and home, prize giveaways and an incredible community of women doing it along with you. Save Your Spot →
Hailey Happens Fitness Membership is my full training system in your back pocket. Join with a Yearly Plan to design a training year that fits your midlife goals and body.
Start training with a 10-day free trial →

Women & Alcohol: The Real Health Impact with Dr. Kimberly Mallett (Part 2) Apr 10, 2025

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(00:00:00) Women & Alcohol: The Real Health Impact with Dr. Kimberly Mallett (Part 2)
(00:00:58) Anecdotal research - sleep
(00:08:07) What exactly is a drinking problem?
(00:15:02) Fertility
In Part 2 of our powerful conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Kimberly Mallett, we dive deeper into the real impact of alcohol on women’s health — both mentally and physically. Dr. Mallett breaks down how alcohol uniquely affects women’s bodies, emotional well-being, and relationships. Whether you're sober-curious, navigating social drinking, or seeking to better understand the science, this episode offers research-backed insights you won’t want to miss.
Listen now to uncover the truth about alcohol and the often-overlooked challenges women face around consumption.
Be First in Line for Shred Happens: Our popular 6-week challenge for shredding fat and building muscle starts October 18. You get a personalized calorie/macro budget, live Q&A calls with experts, workouts for both gym and home, prize giveaways and an incredible community of women doing it along with you. Save Your Spot →
Hailey Happens Fitness Membership is my full training system in your back pocket. Join with a Yearly Plan to design a training year that fits your midlife goals and body.
Start training with a 10-day free trial →

The Truth About Women and Alcohol: Understanding the Real Impact with Dr. Kimberly Mallett Apr 03, 2025

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(00:00:00) The Truth About Women and Alcohol: Understanding the Real Impact with Dr. Kimberly Mallett
(00:02:31) How alcohol functions for people
(00:08:33) Behavioral component with alcohol
(00:19:59) Difference between men & women & alcohol
In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with clinical psychologist Dr. Kimberly Mallett to discuss the real effects of alcohol on women’s health. From emotional well-being to long-term physical impacts, Dr. Mallett sheds light on the unique challenges women face with alcohol consumption. Tune in to understand the truth about women and alcohol, and how it affects your health, relationships, and overall lifestyle.
Be First in Line for Shred Happens: Our popular 6-week challenge for shredding fat and building muscle starts October 18. You get a personalized calorie/macro budget, live Q&A calls with experts, workouts for both gym and home, prize giveaways and an incredible community of women doing it along with you. Save Your Spot →
Hailey Happens Fitness Membership is my full training system in your back pocket. Join with a Yearly Plan to design a training year that fits your midlife goals and body.
Start training with a 10-day free trial →

Breaking Through Perimenopause: Reclaiming Strength, Confidence, and Health After 50 with Tammy Temple Mar 27, 2025

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(00:00:00) Breaking Through Perimenopause: Reclaiming Strength, Confidence, and Health After 50 with Tammy Temple
(00:02:52) Perimenopause
(00:11:32) Power Programs
(00:22:10) Educating on serving sizes
(00:25:26) It's not just a quick fix diet - how to alter with behavioral changes
In this empowering episode, Hailey interviews her client, Tammy Temple, who shares her transformative experience navigating perimenopause, weight gain, and the struggle of doing everything "right" without seeing results. Tammy reveals how small but impactful changes in her training and nutrition, combined with expert guidance and science-backed strategies, helped her overcome hormonal shifts, anxiety, and stalled progress. With persistence, she lost 17 pounds and regained confidence in her body. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on resilience, adapting to change, and finding what truly works for health after 50.
Be First in Line for Shred Happens: Our popular 6-week challenge for shredding fat and building muscle starts October 18. You get a personalized calorie/macro budget, live Q&A calls with experts, workouts for both gym and home, prize giveaways and an incredible community of women doing it along with you. Save Your Spot →
Hailey Happens Fitness Membership is my full training system in your back pocket. Join with a Yearly Plan to design a training year that fits your midlife goals and body.
Start training with a 10-day free trial →

Mastering Menopause & Strength Training: Expert Insights with Selene Yeager Mar 18, 2025

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(00:00:00) Mastering Menopause & Strength Training: Expert Insights with Selene Yeager
(00:01:33) How Selene got into book publishing and more
(00:18:33) Different perspectives working with experts and in podcasting
(00:24:20) Under eating vs. over eating
(00:44:41) Navigating menopause
In this episode of The Body Pod, we sit down with fitness journalist and endurance athlete Selene Yeager to explore how to thrive during menopause, improve strength training, and navigate the evolving landscape of women’s health. From her collaboration with Dr. Stacy Sims to her insights on hormonal changes, nutrition for women, and the science behind menopause fitness, Selene breaks down the biggest myths and shares practical, science-backed strategies for feeling stronger, more energized, and empowered through every stage of life. Whether you’re an athlete, looking to boost your energy levels, or simply want to understand menopause training, this episode is packed with expert advice and actionable tips to help you master menopause and optimize your health.
Be First in Line for Shred Happens: Our popular 6-week challenge for shredding fat and building muscle starts October 18. You get a personalized calorie/macro budget, live Q&A calls with experts, workouts for both gym and home, prize giveaways and an incredible community of women doing it along with you. Save Your Spot →
Hailey Happens Fitness Membership is my full training system in your back pocket. Join with a Yearly Plan to design a training year that fits your midlife goals and body.
Start training with a 10-day free trial →

Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced? How to Assess Your Strength Training Level with Dr. Tony Boutagy Mar 13, 2025

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(00:00:00) Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced? How to Assess Your Strength Training Level with Dr. Tony Boutagy
(00:00:40) Where are you - beginner, immediate, or advanced?
(00:11:07) How to ensure your body is moving properly
(00:16:14) What to look for in an intermediate program?
(00:25:26) Performing intervals & how to improve them
In this episode of The Body Pod, we explore the importance of understanding your strength training ability to ensure safe progress and maximize your results. Dr. Tony Boutagy helps us break down how to accurately assess whether you're a novice, intermediate, or advanced athlete and shares tailored fitness strategies to elevate your strength training journey. Whether you're just starting out, looking to level up, or aiming for advanced techniques, this episode provides actionable insights to help you understand your fitness level and take your training to the next level.
Be First in Line for Shred Happens: Our popular 6-week challenge for shredding fat and building muscle starts October 18. You get a personalized calorie/macro budget, live Q&A calls with experts, workouts for both gym and home, prize giveaways and an incredible community of women doing it along with you. Save Your Spot →
Hailey Happens Fitness Membership is my full training system in your back pocket. Join with a Yearly Plan to design a training year that fits your midlife goals and body.
Start training with a 10-day free trial →

Men, Women, Sleep, GLP-1 Agonists, and More with Kristen Holmes – PART TWO Dec 19, 2024

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In the final episode of Season 2 of The Body Pod, we’re joined by Kristen Holmes, VP of Performance at Whoop, for an insightful conversation on GLP-1 Agonists, the science of circadian rhythm, and the benefits of hot and cold exposure—specifically for females. We dive deep into how these factors impact sleep, recovery, and overall performance, with a special focus on gender-specific health. This episode is packed with valuable insights to help you optimize your well-being and performance. Don’t miss this fascinating discussion with one of the leading experts in the field!
Be First in Line for Shred Happens: Our popular 6-week challenge for shredding fat and building muscle starts October 18. You get a personalized calorie/macro budget, live Q&A calls with experts, workouts for both gym and home, prize giveaways and an incredible community of women doing it along with you. Save Your Spot →
Hailey Happens Fitness Membership is my full training system in your back pocket. Join with a Yearly Plan to design a training year that fits your midlife goals and body.
Start training with a 10-day free trial →

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