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NBSV 206: Busting fitness & menopause myths with Christopher Barker


Coach and clinical nutritionist Christopher Barker (author of Mansplaining the Menopause) is here for a no-B.S. tour through female health, strength, and longevity.


We tackle the most persistent menopause myths (including HRT fears), what habits actually affect body composition, RED-S and under-fuelling, sane protein targets on a plant-based diet, and performance vs aesthetics.


We also chat GLP-1 drugs in the culture, cycle tracking, and using tools like the Oura ring without obsessing.


Important topics we discussed:

>> RED-S (relative energy deficiency in sport): what it is, how it shows up, and why under-fuelling backfires


>> “My metabolism tanked”: why energy expenditure stays fairly stable from ages 20 to 60, and what does change


>> Body diversity in sport: elite performance doesn’t have a “look”


>> Christopher and Coach K both use Oura ring trackers. How do we use the data without obsessing? 


>>  Strength first: resistance training as the non-negotiable during perimenopause/menopause


Connect with Christopher:

>> Christopher's website, Instagram page, and Substack


Share your thoughts:

>> Comment on the episode's Facebook post


>> Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts. Your reviews really help, and I read each one!


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