Gut Health & Fibre Explained: Nutrition, Microbiome & Fermented Foods w/ Dr. Joanna McMillan
Most people think “gut health” means buying probiotics or avoiding certain foods. But what does the science actually say? In this episode, Dr. Joanna McMillan breaks down the myths, the evidence, and the everyday practices that make the biggest difference.You’ll learn: • What normal gut function actually looks like (and when to worry) • Why constipation is more serious than most realise • How to interpret bloating, gas, and gut noises without overreacting • The different types of fibre - and why resistant starch is so important • Why both plant and animal foods matter for long-term health • The facts about fermented foods, probiotics, and postbiotics • Foods and additives that damage gut health • How to approach FODMAPs and fibre intolerance safely🎓 Join the 9-Week Science of Thriving Course → https://scienceofthriving.com.au📲 Follow us on Instagram → @tonyboutagy
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Your Training Questions Answered: Zone 2, Protein Timing & Muscle Building Through Every Decade - AMA Episode #1 with Dr. Tony Boutagy
Our first Ask Me Anything podcast is here.I answer your questions on training through menopause and beyond - from resistance training and protein timing to Zone 2, mitochondria, and training into your 70s and 80s.In this session, we cover:✔️ Do we really lack female-specific resistance training research?✔️ “Stay in your lane” - the danger of experts giving advice outside their field✔️ Zone 2 training, mitochondria, and whether cardio helps or hinders hypertrophy✔️ Lactate threshold, heart rate, and why lab testing still matters✔️ Carbs vs fat for endurance - and why elite athletes aren’t the best model for most women✔️ Protein timing in women - does it differ from men?✔️ Light vs heavy weights, and why variety still matters✔️ Testosterone and postmenopausal training✔️ Sarcopenia, injuries, rotator cuff issues, and training into your 70s and 80s✔️ Tai chi, gymnastics, and “second-tier” activities for longevity✔️ The truth about wearables, recovery scores, and training frequency mythsWe didn’t get to every question this time, so another Q&A will be recorded soon. If you’d like to submit one, leave it in the comments or send it through on Instagram.📲 Follow us on Instagram → @tonyboutagy🎓 Join the 9-Week Science of Thriving Course → https://scienceofthriving.com.au
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Sunlight vs Supplements: Vitamin D, Bone Health & Autoimmunity - with Professor Michael Holick
Vitamin D is one of the most debated topics in health: sunlight vs supplements, safe levels, deficiency risks, and whether it truly impacts conditions beyond bone health.In this conversation with Professor Michael Holick, I explore: • The difference between vitamin D from sunlight vs supplements • Why 40–60 ng/ml (100–150 nmol/L) may be the true “optimal” range • The role of vitamin D in bone health, pregnancy, immunity, and muscle • Why deficiency is linked to preeclampsia, diabetes, and autoimmune disorders • The controversy around guidelines, testing, and “normal” ranges • The evidence for and against megadosing in autoimmune conditions • How sunlight influences health beyond vitamin D (endorphins, nitric oxide, mood) • What Professor Holick himself does daily - from supplementation to training for marathons at age 79Whether you’re a coach or simply someone trying to make sense of vitamin D confusion, this episode will give you clarity from the world’s foremost expert.🎓 Join my 9-Week Science of Thriving Course → https://scienceofthriving.com.au 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @tonyboutagy
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Top Lessons from 5 Experts: Nutrition, Muscle Aging, Coaching Women & Interval Training - Summary Podcast #2 with Dr. Tony Boutagy
This is the second summary episode of Stronger With Time, where I look back at the last five podcasts and share the key insights I took away as both a coach and lifelong student of exercise science.🎓 Join my 9-Week Science of Thriving Course → https://scienceofthriving.com.au 📲 Follow me on Instagram → @tonyboutagyYou’ll learn: • Why carbs before bed can improve sleep and glucose control (Dr. Mikki Williden) • What lifelong exercise does to muscle size, fibre types, and strength (Prof. Scott Trappe) • Michelle MacDonald’s journey from yoga to world champion bodybuilding - and her mother’s remarkable transformation at 71 • Why strength is the foundation for aging well - and how simple programs can keep you out of a nursing home (Prof. Maria Fiatarone Singh) • What the data actually shows about fasted vs fed training, and why men and women respond more similarly than different (Prof. Jenna Gillen)Whether you’re coaching women, training through menopause, or simply want clarity in a noisy fitness landscape - this episode gives you the science-backed highlights.
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Interval Training, Mitochondria & Glucose Control: What the Science Says for Women’s Health - with Professor Jenna Gillen
🎓 Join the 9-Week Science of Thriving Course → https://scienceofthriving.com.au 📲 Follow us on Instagram → @tonyboutagyFasted vs fed training, glucose control, and interval training are hot topics in women’s fitness - but much of the advice online isn’t grounded in real-world research.In this conversation with Professor Jenna Gillen, I unpack the latest evidence on how women respond to different training states, why “exercise snacks” work, and how to adapt high-intensity training for different life stages.You’ll learn: • What mitochondria are and why they matter for health beyond sport • The truth about fibre type differences between men and women • How exercise impacts glucose control - during, after, and long term • Why frequent short bouts of movement (“exercise snacks”) are so effective • How low-volume sprint intervals compare to moderate continuous training • The 3 x 20-second sprint protocol for time-crunched women • What the research shows on fasted vs fed training for females • Interval training options for perimenopause and postmenopause • Key takeaways for sustainable cardio and strength programming
Join exercise scientist Dr Tony Boutagy as he interviews 11 leading experts in fitness and women's health. With 30+ years of experience and 70,000+ training programs written, Tony bridges rigorous science with practical application.
This podcast explores evidence-based approaches to strength training, metabolism, and nutrition—particularly for women navigating perimenopause and menopause.
Discover what research actually suggests about fitness, beyond trends and oversimplification, through conversations that acknowledge real-world complexities and individual differences.
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