Flipping 50 the Stronger Way
Flipping 50 the Stronger Way
Debra Atkinson
Who's Really Fighting for You? How to Sort the Noise in Women's Fitness
1 hour 7 minutes Posted Aug 7, 2026 at 7:00 am.
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The noise in women's fitness has never been louder—and if you're wondering who to trust, you're not alone. 
Every scroll seems to deliver a new expert, a new rule, or a new warning that contradicts the last one, leaving many women feeling more confused than confident. 
Let’s cut through the hype to help you understand why these conflicting messages exist and how to evaluate them without getting pulled into the latest trend. You'll learn a practical way to separate evidence from opinion so you can make informed decisions that actually support your health, strength, and longevity. 
Instead of adding to the noise in women's fitness, this conversation gives you the clarity and confidence to focus on what truly matters
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Voices Discussed in this Episode:
Dr. Stuart Phillips & Dr. Martin Gibala — Exercise Science podcast (McMaster University)
Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple — drlaurencs.com | @drlaurencs | MASS Research Review
Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan — UNC Chapel Hill, Exercise and Sport Science
Dr. Jessica Knurick — @drjessicaknurick | jessicaknurick.com
Dr. Stacy Sims — drstacysims.com | ROAR (book)
Dr. Gabrielle Lyon — drgabriellelyon.com | Forever Strong (book)
Alisa Vitti — floliving.com | WomanCode (book)
Dr. Mark Hyman — drhyman.com
References:
Journal of Applied Physiology. 2016, PMID: 27174923.
Journal of Applied Physiology. 2025, PMID: 40013418.
Journal of Human Kinetics. 2020, PMID: 33312275.
Frontiers in Physiology. 2017, PMID: 28611677.
Lipids in Health and Disease. 2024, PMID: 39267068.
Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. 2012, PMID: 22889633.
Episodes Mentioned:
Dr. Stuart Phillips on Optimal Protein Podcast with Vanessa Spina (2025)
Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple on Movement Logic Podcast with Dr. Sarah Court (2025)
Dr. Martin Gibala on  The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show (2023)
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