You’re Not Doing HIIT And That’s Why It’s Not Working
If you're in perimenopause and your high-intensity training is leaving you depleted instead of stronger, the problem isn't the intensity. It's how you're doing it. Your baseline cortisol is already elevated during the hormonal transition, and the training style most women default to is making it worse. In this episode, I explain what's actually going wrong and the exact way to structure your intervals so your body finally gets the adaptation signal it needs. Watch the full podcast here: • Why Strength Training Is Non-Negotiable fo... 📩 Join my newsletter for updates, tips, and free resources 👉 https://www.drstacysims.com/generic_o... Want to go deeper? Start here: Menopause 2.0 Your complete science-based guide to training through midlife and beyond 👉 https://www.drstacysims.com/menopause... Microlearning Courses Focused courses on supplements, hormones, and training - each under 3 hours 👉 https://www.drstacysims.com/microlear... Next Gen: Training Active Girls For coaches, parents & teachers helping girls thrive through puberty and sport 👉 https://www.drstacysims.com/nextgen?u... Not sure where to start. Start here: 👉 https://www.drstacysims.com/product_g... ▶️ Watch Next: Continue learning with these related videos: The Truth About Women’s Training & Nutrition | Dr. Stacy Sims on Andrew Huberman Podcast • The Truth About Women’s Training & Nutriti... Is Mainstream Exercise Advice Sexist? Here’s the Truth! | Dr. Stacy Sims on Diary of a CEO • Is Mainstream Exercise Advice Sexist? Here... Why Women Need a Different Approach to Nutrition & Training | Dr Stacy Sims on The Proof • Why Women Need a Different Approach to Nut... 👩🔬 About Me: I’m Dr. Stacy Sims, exercise physiologist, nutrition scientist, and author of ROAR and Next Level. My mission is simple: stop training women like small men. I help you understand and work with your physiology - for better performance, health, and longevity. Follow me for daily tips: Instagram: @drstacysims Facebook: @drstacysims LinkedIn: Dr. Stacy Sims 🔔 Subscribe for new videos on women's health, training, and recovery 👍 Like, share, and drop a comment - I love hearing your questions #DrStacySims #WomenAreNotSmallMen #WomensHealth #FemaleAthletes #ExerciseScience #Hormones #StrengthTraining #MenopauseFitness
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