Ep 87: Ashleigh answers your pregnancy questions

Ep 87: Ashleigh answers your pregnancy questions

Author: Ashleigh VanHouten & Rachel Gregory November 26, 2024 Duration: 1:02:22

In this solo episode, Ashleigh updates you as she hits the halfway mark of her second pregnancy, including what's different or the same this time around, what's easier and what's more difficult, and anything that's surprised her along the way. She shares info on her supplement routine as well as how she's working out and eating, and her birth plans.

She also answers pregnancy questions from listeners about taking creatine in pregnancy, whether it's possible to build muscle while pregnant, navigating the challenges of returning to training postpartum, and more. 

Have pregnancy-related questions for the pod? Send them, and any other topics or questions you have, to musclescience4women@gmail.com.

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Resources mentioned in today's podcast:

Fuel for Pregnancy and Postpartum (ebook)

Pelvic Health Masterclass

My Pregnancy, Birth, and Postpartum experience

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4007139/ 

https://www.hudson.org.au/news/creatine-and-pregnancy-what-you-need-to-know/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2p5yd4Qp0Lw

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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.
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