EPISODE · Dec 2, 2025 · 34 MIN
Supplements That Matter - Protein and Creatine
from The Softcore Detachment Podcast · host Catalina Herndon
If you’ve ever walked into a supplement aisle and felt personally victimized by the wall of powders, gummies, and “fat burners,” this episode is your permission slip to stop wasting money and start fueling your body with what actually works.Catalina and Jonnie break down the science behind protein and creatine — why they’re the most researched, most effective, and most underrated tools for women in midlife, especially during perimenopause and menopause.We’re talking muscle, metabolism, recovery, strength, and longevity… without the fluff, hype, or bro-science. You’ll walk away knowing exactly how much protein you need, how to take creatine without fear, and how to build a supplement routine that actually supports your lifestyle instead of complicating it.💡 In This Episode:Why most women are under-eating protein (and how to fix it)The real research on creatine for womenHow to protect muscle as you age. What “bloat” really means with creatineHow to supplement without overwhelm. The Softcore Starter Stack: protein, creatine, sleep📄 Grab the Softcore Supplement Guide: Download your free guide here → https://softcoredetachment.com//softcore-supplementsInside: protein targets, creatine dosing, my sleep stack, and a simple checklist to make supplements easy, not chaotic.Momentous Sleep Pack plus other great supplements: https://crrnt.app/MOME/Deb60zaJDiscount Code: SoftcoreDetachment🧬 Further Reading & ReferencesISSN Position Stand: Protein & Exercise (2018)PROT-AGE Study Group on protein for older adultsISSN Review: Creatine in Women (2022)Abbasi et al., Magnesium for Sleep (2012)Morton et al., Protein & Muscle Meta-Analysis (2018)
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If you’ve ever walked into a supplement aisle and felt personally victimized by the wall of powders, gummies, and “fat burners,” this episode is your permission slip to stop wasting money and start fueling your body with what actually works.Catalina and Jonnie break down the science behind protein and creatine — why they’re the most researched, most effective, and most underrated tools for women in midlife, especially during perimenopause and menopause.We’re talking muscle, metabolism, recovery, strength, and longevity… without the fluff, hype, or bro-science. You’ll walk away knowing exactly how much protein you need, how to take creatine without fear, and how to build a supplement routine that actually supports your lifestyle instead of complicating it.💡 In This Episode:Why most women are under-eating protein (and how to fix it)The real research on creatine for womenHow to protect muscle as you age. What “bloat” really means with creatineHow to supplement without overwhelm. The Softcore Starter Stack: protein, creatine, sleep📄 Grab the Softcore Supplement Guide: Download your free guide here → https://softcoredetachment.com//softcore-supplementsInside: protein targets, creatine dosing, my sleep stack, and a simple checklist to make supplements easy, not chaotic.Momentous Sleep Pack plus other great supplements: https://crrnt.app/MOME/Deb60zaJDiscount Code: SoftcoreDetachment🧬 Further Reading & ReferencesISSN Position Stand: Protein & Exercise (2018)PROT-AGE Study Group on protein for older adultsISSN Review: Creatine in Women (2022)Abbasi et al., Magnesium for Sleep (2012)Morton et al., Protein & Muscle Meta-Analysis (2018)
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