Heavy vs Light Weights, Protein Timing & Recovery for Women 50+

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Struggling to cut through the noise on protein, strength training, and recovery after 50? In this in-depth conversation with Dr. Stuart Phillips - one of the world’s most cited researchers on muscle protein synthesis - we debunk myths and give women in midlife clear, practical guidance.




We cover:

* Heavy vs Light Weights, Protein Timing & Recovery for Women 50+ with Dr. Stuart Phillips

* Progressive overload (beyond just “more weight”) - volume, frequency, tempo, and power

* Consistency & joint-friendly training for women 40, 50, 60+

* Recovery in menopause: sleep, stress load, why “more” isn’t always better

* Protein timing truths (“garage door,” not a tiny window): why the 24-hour view matters more than chugging a shake in 20 minutes

* Under-eating & performance: how smart fueling around training can help women who chronically undereat

* Hormone therapy as an enabler: symptom relief may help you train consistently





Who it’s for: Women 40+ navigating peri/menopause who want stronger muscles, better recovery, and science-backed nutrition without fads.

 

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Thread 'How Much Protein Do Women Actually Need?'

Jan 9, 2026

Today I’m sitting down with world-leading exercise physiologist Professor Stuart Phillips, PhD, to cut through the noise around strength training, protein, fasting, and midlife muscle.

We talk about why women don’t need a completely different training programme than men, why just two resistance sessions a week can meaningfully improve strength and long-term health, and why consistency matters far more than “perfect” protein timing or supplements.




WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

• Whether women need different strength training programmes than...

• madman
• protein; muscle; nutrition; exercise; health
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• Forum: Nutrition and Supplements