Episode 138: Dr. Stacy Sims --Running Through Menopause and Beyond - a podcast by Run Farther & Faster

We are so thrilled to welcome Dr. Stacy Sims, PhD, a leading exercise and nutrition scientist and author of Roar and Next Level. Dr. Sims coined the phrase, "Women and Not Small Men," and has been tirelessly advocating for women to be better represented in scientific studies involving athletic performance. Hef newest book, Next Level, focuses on menopausal athletes and can be purchased at any bookstore.  In this episode, Stacy shares how hormonal shifts impact athletic performance and what we can do to optimize our running, even during menopause.  Dr.provides guidance on nutrition and strength training to maintain muscle mass and speed.  We learned SO much from her book and through our conversation.

More about Stacy:

Stacy is an exercise physiologist and nutrition scientist.  She has directed research programs at Stanford, AUT University, and the University of Waikato, focusing on female athlete health and performance.  Her contributions to the international research environment and the sports nutrition industry has established a new niche in sports nutrition; and established her reputation as the expert in sex differences in training, nutrition, and health. 
Dr. Sims has published over 70 peer-reviewed papers, several books, including Roar and Next Level and is a regularly featured speaker at professional and academic conferences, including those by USOC and USA Cycling.

To learn more about Stacy's work, check out www.drstacysims.com

---

Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/runfartherandfaster/message

Further episodes of Run Farther & Faster — The Podcast with Coaches Lisa Levin and Julie Sapper

Further podcasts by Run Farther & Faster

Website of Run Farther & Faster