Stress Is Stress: Strength Training Timing, Gut Myths & the Truth About Recovery

Please leave us a review wherever you listen!What actually happens when you try to gut train with a cheeseburger? Why is stacking strength work after a run not always optimal? And what do we mean when we say “stress is stress”? In this episode, Zoe and TJ tackle listener questions and hot takes on fueling, shorts, and strength—but then dive deep into the neuroscience of stress, recovery, and performance.Learn the truth about how your brain and nervous system respond to stress (from work and workouts), why effort-based training trumps metrics, and how to structure your training week for better results and fewer injuries. If you've ever wondered how to match your training to your actual life, this one’s for you.📌 Topics Covered:Strength training timing: post-run vs. split sessionFueling strategies: gels, chews, and why burgers don’t countStress and the nervous system: understanding CNS fatigueAllostatic load, heart rate variability, and recovery cuesHow to periodize strength and avoid junk milesWhy RPE matters more than your watchLeave us a review & send us your questions: [email protected] more about coaching: microcosm-coaching.com