Don’t Let Menopause Slow Your Metabolism: How to Lift, Sprint Hard & Fuel w/ Dr. Stacy Sims

Menopause doesn't have to mean a slower metabolism, stubborn belly fat, or feeling like your body betrayed you. In this interview Dr. Stacy Sims—world-renowned exercise physiologist, nutrition scientist, and author of ROAR and Next Level—breaks down exactly why traditional advice (endless Zone 2 cardio, fasting, calorie restriction) backfires for women in perimenopause and menopause... and what actually works to rev your metabolism, build resilient strength, and thrive. We dive deep into: -Why sprints and heavy lifting (low reps, high intensity) create powerful metabolic signaling -The truth about fueling: More protein + carbs (not less), nutrient timing, and why "calories in, calories out" is outdated for women -How hormone shifts affect insulin sensitivity, glucose use, visceral fat, and brain health...and how to counter them with smart training -Shifting from "loss" to "gain": Build muscle, power, and metabolic health instead of shrinking or slowing down -Practical tips: Less volume/more quality, recovery, mobility, creatine, and mindset shifts for midlife resilience If you're a woman 40+ feeling the "rules changed" and wondering why your old routines aren't delivering results anymore, this episode is your reset. Dr. Sims empowers you to take up space, push hard, and feel stronger than ever. 00:00 Dr. Stacy Sims 05:05 Quality over volume (push hard, recover hard) 10:15 The Training Dogma Women Get Wrong (and why) 13:55 Sprint Intervals: the Metabolic + Brain Upgrade 18:42 Heavy Lifting for Power, Fast-Twitch & Healthspan 26:26 DEXA + Labs: the wake-up call for endurance athletes 34:33 Why Calories in vs. Calories out Fails 40:13 The importance of Creatine 50:21 The importance of Sleep Connect with Dr. Stacy Sims: Website: Instagram: @drstacysims Books: ROAR & Next Level

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Don’t Let Menopause Slow Your Metabolism: How to Lift, Sprint Hard & Fuel w/ Dr. Stacy Sims is an episode from Redefining Strength Fitness Hacks by Cori Lefkowith.

This episode is 72:53 long.

This episode was published on Mar 5, 2026.

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