2. The Shit Nobody Told us about getting stronger with Bec Taylor Part 1

In this episode of B.Real: The Shit Nobody Told Us, Brittany talks strength and conditioning with coach Bec Taylor. They touch on what women in their 30s and 40s really need for strength, energy, and longevity. Bec shares her journey from an active childhood in Australia to training women for Nike, and breaks down how to start strength training without getting overwhelmed, why you won’t “get bulky,” and how protein, carbs, and simple bodyweight workouts can support your hormones and long-term health—even with a packed schedule.Learn more about:(02:09) Bec’s Australian roots & Nike journey – Growing up active near the beach, multi-sport childhood, and moving to the U.S. to work for Nike.(07:03) How and when women should start strength training – Why bodyweight work (squats, hinges, pushes, pulls) 2–3x/week is the smartest entry point.(13:11) The “bulky” myth, debunked – Why it’s actually hard for women to gain significant muscle size and what really happens when you lift 2–4x per week.(14:46) Protein, carbs, and under-fueling – How most women undereat both protein and carbohydrates, and why timing and spreading intake across the day matters.(21:12) Prime to build: A realistic starting plan – Bec’s simple framework: two full-body bodyweight sessions plus two walks per week to build consistency and confidence.“I have never done a workout or a run or a hike that I've regretted. I've always appreciated how I feel afterwards.” – Bec TaylorResource Links:Connect with Bec:Instagram: @becwilcockHER SPORTS CLUB:https://hersportsclub.com/To run with Bec, connect with her at the Nike Run Clubhttps://www.nike.com/nrc-app?referrer=singular_click_id%3Dbe84dac9-69ea-440c-9423-251c4a118c58Connect with B:Instagram: @brittanybijan