The Truth About Fasted Workouts, Perimenopause & Cycle-Syncing
Release Date: 04/21/2025
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The Truth About Fasted Workouts, Perimenopause & Cycle-Syncing
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Biohacker’s Confessional: Coffee Enemas, Liver Detox Hacks, and the Castor Oil Protocol
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In this fiery Coach Confessional, CEO Amanda Tress and FASTer Way Director of Education Le Bergin break down the real science behind fasted workouts, hormones, and all those polarizing posts you're seeing on social media.
They share exactly what Amanda’s workout and fasting schedule looks like (spoiler: it’s not one-size-fits-all), how to stop second-guessing your routine, and why bio-individuality matters more than ever for women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s.
If you’re tired of being told what not to do with your body and ready to feel empowered with flexible, proven strategies that actually work, this episode is for you.
Plus, get an honest look at workouts during your cycle, stress recovery, and why listening to your body will always beat chasing trends.
Grab your coffee (or a dumbbell) and hit play—we’re going there.
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