Aging Strong: The Science Behind What's Happening to Your Body During Menopause - with Professor Severine Lamon

Join the 9-Week Science of Thriving Course → https://scienceofthriving.com.auFollow us on Instagram → @tonyboutagyWhat actually happens to female muscle as we age—and why is menopause a breaking point?In this episode, we sit down with molecular biologist Profesor Severine Lamon to unpack what really happens to female muscle as we age—and why menopause marks a unique, non-linear turning point in training and recovery.Topics we cover include:•  When muscle decline begins—and why it’s not linear•  How different types of testosterone influence performance•  The impact of hormone therapy on strength and recovery•  How sleep loss alters training effects at the genetic level•  The 3x/day protein + leucine strategy for aging muscle•  The overlooked risks of performance drugs in women’s healthWhether you're coaching women or training through menopause yourself, this episode gives you science-backed tools to preserve strength with clarity and confidence.

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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.