49. Can Women Handle More Training Volume Than Men?

In this episode of Lifting, Running, and Living, Kelly shares updates on her recent lifting progress, including setting new personal records in bench, back squat, and overhead press over a nine-week training cycle. Kelly also announces her decision to phase out of coaching to focus on her full-time job. JK shares updates on his current morning routine changes and how they impact his productivity.The duo then dives into a discussion on whether women can handle more training volume than men, covering myths, facts, and scientific studies. They discuss how factors like estrogen, muscle fiber composition, and recovery rates play a role in training volume. Finally, they delve into the context of training volume and why it matters.00:00 Welcome and Episode Kickoff00:21 Kelly's Training Updates03:18 Future Training Plans04:49 Big Announcement: Phasing Out of Coaching07:47 Savannah Trip Recap09:42 Switching Airlines: Southwest to United14:57 TSA Precheck and Travel Experiences17:30 Wedding Weekend and Morning Routine Changes27:04 Main Topic Introduction: Training Volume Myths33:13 Understanding Aerobic Metabolism33:59 Slow Twitch Muscle Fibers and Endurance Training34:31 Gender-Specific Training Programs36:50 Fatigue Resistance in Women41:38 Recovery Differences Between Genders49:49 Training Volume and Gender56:16 Debating Training Programs and Gender Considerations01:12:17 Concluding Thoughts and Final RemarksFollow the pod at ⁠⁠⁠@liftingrunninglivingpod⁠⁠⁠Email us at ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠Follow JK at ⁠⁠@coachjkmcleod⁠⁠Follow Kelly at ⁠⁠@coachingklutz⁠⁠