Muscle Science for Women

Muscle Science for Women

Author: Ashleigh VanHouten & Rachel Gregory Language: English Episodes: 200
Ashleigh VanHouten and Rachel Gregory, the co-creators behind the Muscle Science for Women training program, bring their combined expertise as a health coach and a nutritionist-strength specialist into a regular, down-to-earth conversation. This isn't about generic fitness advice; it's a deep, practical look at how women can build strength and wellness on their own terms. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair with two knowledgeable friends who genuinely understand the specific physiological and cultural landscape women navigate in gyms and kitchens. They tackle the real questions-from optimizing nutrition for energy and recovery to designing effective training sessions and critically examining fitness trends. The dialogue is always rooted in science but delivered without jargon, making complex topics like metabolism, hormonal influences, and sustainable habit change both accessible and actionable. Tuning into this podcast offers a reliable source of clarity amidst the noise, transforming the principles of muscle science into a personalized roadmap for anyone looking to feel stronger and more confident. You'll hear honest discussions that blend evidence with experience, all aimed at empowering your individual health journey.
Episodes
Ep 40: TMI Time! All about periods [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:46
Ashleigh and Rachel get real womanly in this episode, covering everything about periods including: the period products we like and use; how to avoid premenstrual headaches, a case study about how to get your period back…
Ep 38: Thoughts on 75 Hard | Safe Tanning | Caffeine [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:49
In this Q&A episode, Ashleigh and Rachel dive into the 75 hard challenge, they talk about safe sun exposure, caffeine consumption, and they revisit their old debate on using wrist straps when lifting...this is a fun one,…
Ep 36: Postpartum fitness and health with Melissa Paris [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:59
In this episode with Ashleigh and her special guest, postpartum fitness and kettlebell expert Melissa Paris, the two moms discuss the importance of the postpartum period for long-term health and healing, the kinds of bre…
Ep 35: A deep dive on Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:07
In this episode, Rachel and Ashleigh dive deeper into the topic of hormone replacement therapy for women, attempting to clear up some misconceptions and provide information for listeners to better inform their own furthe…
Ep 34: Q&A - Ozempic | Cottage Cheese trend | Net vs total carbs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:49
In this episode, Ashleigh and Rachel try (and fail) to do a rapid-fire Q&A, but they still cover a lot of ground: they chat about the latest fat-loss drug, Ozempic; the new social media food trend of making everything ou…
Ep 33: Q&A: HRT | best glute exercises [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:34
In this Q&A episode, Rachel and Ashleigh catch up on what's going on in their lives after a brief break and chat about: Impactful glute exercises Learning new skills The misconceptions around hormone replacement therapy…
Ep 31: How Nutrition and libido are connected [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:13
In this re-released episode, Ashleigh welcomes back her friend Dr. Elly Michelle Lieppman, a licensed naturopathic doctor who specializes in individualized women's medicine, optimizing hormones, digestion, and energy. Le…