The Body Pod

In this refreshingly honest and research-backed episode, Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan returns to The Body Pod to cut through the noise around women’s fitness, menopause, and metabolism. From fasted vs. fed workouts to creatine for women, metabolic flexibility, and the role of cardio vs. strength training, this episode delivers science-based clarity and practical advice for women navigating midlife health and fitness. You’ll learn how to: * Train smarter—not harder—through hormonal changes * Optimize fat loss and body composition with science * Build strength and energy in your 40s, 50s, and beyond * Use creatine and strength training to support longevity * Improve performance through personalized nutrition Whether you're a coach, a seasoned lifter, or just starting your fitness journey, this episode empowers you to trust your body, train with confidence, and adapt with science.

In this episode, Hailey is joined by friend and business partner Dr. Stacy Sims to answer three of the most common questions from their Power Happens community. They break down: - Optimal rep ranges for women’s strength training - The science behind HIIT/SIT workouts vs. Zone 2 training - The key differences between intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating  Whether you're training smarter, optimizing energy, or navigating nutrition timing, this episode delivers science-backed strategies tailored for women. Listen in—and share with someone who trains like you do.

In Part 2 of our powerful conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Kimberly Mallett, we dive deeper into the real impact of alcohol on women’s health — both mentally and physically. Dr. Mallett breaks down how alcohol uniquely affects women’s bodies, emotional well-being, and relationships. Whether you're sober-curious, navigating social drinking, or seeking to better understand the science, this episode offers research-backed insights you won’t want to miss. Listen now to uncover the truth about alcohol and the often-overlooked challenges women face around consumption.

In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with clinical psychologist Dr. Kimberly Mallett to discuss the real effects of alcohol on women’s health. From emotional well-being to long-term physical impacts, Dr. Mallett sheds light on the unique challenges women face with alcohol consumption. Tune in to understand the truth about women and alcohol, and how it affects your health, relationships, and overall lifestyle.

In this empowering episode, Hailey interviews her client, Tammy Temple, who shares her transformative experience navigating perimenopause, weight gain, and the struggle of doing everything "right" without seeing results. Tammy reveals how small but impactful changes in her training and nutrition, combined with expert guidance and science-backed strategies, helped her overcome hormonal shifts, anxiety, and stalled progress. With persistence, she lost 17 pounds and regained confidence in her body. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on resilience, adapting to change, and finding what truly works for health after 50.