Menopause, Muscle & Misinformation: What Women Deserve to Know

In this episode of Reppin' Fitness, Coach Brick Headstrong teams up with muscle scientist and educator Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple for a myth-busting conversation on evidence-based fitness, especially for women.They break down everything from menopause misinformation to fitness fads, the real deal with creatine, and how women of any age can get stronger, healthier, and more confident in the gym.Whether you're lifting for the first time or trying to figure out what "evidence-based" fitness really means, this one’s packed with clear, science-backed info, plus a lot of laughs and a Florida Man story you won’t forget.Inside you’ll find:- The real reason women are being misled by fitness influencers- What menopause actually means for training & nutrition- Creatine: Hype vs. science- Why cardio isn’t the fat loss fix you think it is- How to overcome gym intimidation- Why lifting weights is a forever skill—even at age 80- Tips for building habits without burning out- How women are being overcharged for the same supplements- Dr. Lauren’s favorite training split & gym playlist- A guy with cholesterol leaking out of his hands (?!)This isn’t about shortcuts. It’s about the reps that matter.Timestamps:0:00 – Brick Introduces the Letter E0:25 – Dr. Lauren Suggests "Effort" & "Evidence"1:00 – Gym Talk: Night Owl vs. Morning Workouts1:40 – Dr. Lauren’s First Gym Experience2:30 – How to Beat Gym-timidation3:15 – Why Dr. Lauren Studies Women’s Training4:00 – Menopause, Misinformation & Midlife Fitness5:15 – Diet vs. Cardio: What Really Works for Fat Loss6:30 – Calories In vs. Out: Still True?7:25 – Creatine Hype Explained8:45 – Brain Benefits? GI Issues? High Dosage Myths10:00 – Pink Creatine for Women? Marketing Tricks10:45 – Are Diet Trends Hurting Us?11:40 – The Truth About Supplements12:30 – Do You Need a Vitamin D Pill?13:00 – Fasting for Fat Loss: Is It Magic?14:10 – Fitness Fads vs. Just Getting Started15:15 – Why Consistency Beats Gadgets16:30 – Overhauling Your Life Doesn’t Work17:10 – Why Women Are Told They Must Train Differently17:45 – Why Do Guys Skip Leg Day?18:20 – Should Women Train Upper Body Too?18:30 – The “Bulky” Myth18:55 – Dr. Lauren’s Personal Training Goals19:30 – Is 30 Minutes Enough? (Spoiler: Yes)20:00 – What Is MASS Research Review?20:40 – Fasted Training for Women: Busted Myths21:30 – Is It Ever Too Late to Start Lifting?22:30 – What’s on Dr. Lauren’s Gym Playlist23:30 – Florida Man Eats 9 Sticks of Butter Daily?!24:30 – Final Thoughts & Where to Find Dr. LaurenCONNECT:Dr. Lauren: https://www.instagram.com/drlaurencs1MASS Research Review: https://www.strongerbyscience.com/massCoach Brick: https://www.instagram.com/brickheadstrongSupport the Show: https://www.brickheadstrong.com