EPISODE 100: RESEARCH RENEGADE: WOMEN’S HORMONES, PERIMENOPAUSE & EXERCISE with Lauren Colenso-Semple
Feb 21, 2025Lauren Colenso Semple is a researcher focused on women's health and exercise science. She discusses the significant gaps in research regarding sex-based differences, particularly in resistance training and fitness, and the implications of extrapolating findings from studies conducted primarily on men. Lauren emphasizes the need for more targeted research on women, including the challenge of hormonal fluctuations and their perceived inconvenience in research settings. The conversation dives into the complexities of female physiology, the impact of menstrual cycles, and the intricacies involved in including women in scientific studies. Lauren shares insights from her own research and underscores the importance of high-quality evidence and methodological rigor in advancing the understanding of women's health.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- How do menstrual cycle phases and hormonal fluctuations impact women's strength training and exercise performance?
- What are the challenges and considerations involved in conducting high-quality research on women's health and exercise science?
- What current gaps exist in the research on women's health, and what future directions could be beneficial for advancing the field?
KEY TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Lauren's Background and Research Focus
(02:31) - Challenges in Women's Health Research
(03:42) - Hormonal Influences on Research
(06:35) - Cycle Syncing and Training
(10:44) - Methodological Rigor in Research
(17:45) - Menstrual cycle variability among different women
(39:05) - Perimenopause and Menopause Research
(41:20) - Future Research and Funding Needs
(48:30) - Teenage Advice
MENTIONS:
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KEY TOPICS DISCUSSED:
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