#8 - Fasting for Runners & Fitness Lovers: Sometimes, Always, Never, When?!

from Maximizing Hormones, Physique & Running Through Perimenopause · host Louise Valentine

In this episode, Louise introduces her co-coach, Amy Jones, a certified personal trainer and integrative health practitioner. Together, they tackle a listener question on the appropriateness of fasting for active women and fitness enthusiasts. The discussion dives into the polarizing opinions on fasting in the fitness community and the need for a nuanced, science-based approach. They also discuss the critical relationship between nutrition, hormones, and fitness for women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s, emphasizing self-love over guilt. Make sure you tune in!Website with free resources & our industry-leading 1:1 coaching program 💻 https://www.breakingthroughwellness.com/ Episode highlights:(7:50) Discussion on fasting for active women and the need to feel in control(8:58) The impact of fasting on hormones that kicks your body into a state of stress overload(11:20) The importance of morning fueling as a metabolically supportive habit(15:23) Practical morning fueling strategies that help avoid the 3 PM energy crash(22:03) Discussion on scenarios causing GI distress and strategic nutrient pairings(25:43) Exploring the occasional scenario of training fasted without damaging metabolism(31:40) The importance of loving yourself by treating a workout as a reward and not a punishment(34:45) Embracing empowerment in fitness and challenging societal expectations(40:09) Connecting muscle building to sustainable weight loss and protecting metabolism(42:20) The importance of bio-individuality in designing effective weight loss strategies(45:39) OutroTune in weekly to "Maximizing Hormones, Physique, and Running Through Perimenopause" for our simple female-specific science-based revolution. Let's unlock our best with less stress!I'd love to connect!Email 💬 [email protected] Please note if you want to be a podcast guest, there is a fee and interview process. This is safe space and curated Community exclusively for women who love to feel, look and run our best without B.S. noise, endless pills, extreme diets or misleading fads.

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