If you’re a woman who’s ever wondered why following the same fitness plan as your partner or friends leaves you drained instead of strong, you’re not imagining it — and Dr. Stacy Sims (a favorite of the Clay Care Team!) is here to explain why. In this great episode, Dr. Sims, a world-renowned exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist, breaks down the science behind women’s exercise and nutrition needs, and more importantly, how to train and fuel your body in a way that actually works with your hormones, not against them. From why intermittent fasting can backfire to why overdoing cardio may stall your fat loss, Dr. Sims cuts through the noise and gives you the know how and tools to feel energized, build lean muscle, and support your health at every age.
Why This Matters:
We see this all the time in the Clay clinic — women coming in frustrated because they’re “doing everything right” and still hitting a wall with weight loss, energy, or recovery. And when we dig into their biomarkers and lifestyle, it’s clear: they’ve been following advice that was never designed for them in the first place. Men and women are biologically different, and that includes how we should approach nutrition, exercise, and recovery. Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, chasing performance goals, or just trying to feel like yourself again, the message is the same: stop starving your body, stop punishing it with endless cardio, and start working with your physiology. This conversation is a game changer for any woman ready to reclaim her health and vitality — and we’re here to help guide you to peak performance and longevity.