Ep 95: Is it better to work out in the morning or evening? | Tips to reduce sugar cravings
Release Date: 02/18/2025
Ep 119: Body fat percentage confusion | changes coming for Muscle Science for Women
Muscle Science for Women
In this episode Ashleigh and Rachel discuss the differences in body fat percentages between men and women, including what's healthy and sustainable, and how they will look different depending on a range of factors; they dive into the concept of "mental fitness" and how it applies to overall health and fitness; they discuss changes they're making to Muscle Science for Women in 2026, and Ashleigh chats about her newest personal venture: a coaching app! We hope you find this episode helpful; if you do, please rate/review/subscribe and share it with someone who could benefit. If you have comments,...
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Ep 118: How long does it take to lose muscle?
Muscle Science for Women
This week Rachel and Ashleigh answer questions from listeners including: Advice for vegetarians on how to optimize health and muscle How to train around your cycle when your birth control prevents you from having a cycle How long does it take to lose muscle (and gain it back) when you have to take a break due to injury or surgery Thoughts on THC as a replacement for alcohol, and any possible training benefits All that and more! We hope you find this episode helpful; if you do, please rate/review/subscribe and share it with someone who could benefit! If you have comments, feedback, or...
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Ep 117: Distractions, numbing tactics, and what's keeping us from being our healthiest selves
Muscle Science for Women
In this episode, Ashleigh and Rachel have an impromptu mental health chat, talking about their own personal struggles and ways in which we can all face our challenges head on rather than looking for ways to numb or distract ourselves. Mental health is such a huge part of physical health (and vice versa) and it's helpful to take a step back from muscles and macros every now and then to talk about the bigger picture. After all, most of us are working on our health so we can enjoy life to the fullest. And also, to lighten the mood, they talk Halloween costumes. This is a vulnerable one, and if...
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Ep 116: 5 Ways to make fitness progress when you have NO time
Muscle Science for Women
In this quickie episode, Ashleigh talks about five key ways to make fitness, strength, health, and body composition improvements even when you have no time - maybe you have young kids, a demanding job, or are just going through a period with very little time to meal prep, work out, or do the things you normally do to feel good. We have answers - because there are always choices to make, and the more informed you are about what factors actually move the needle, the better choices you can make with your limited time. We hope you find this episode helpful; if you do, please rate/review/subscribe...
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Ep 115: does weightlifting stunt teenage growth?
Muscle Science for Women
In this episode, Ashleigh and Rachel answer user questions about whether or not powerlifting is bad for teenagers' growing bodies; talking about body image with your kids; can you build muscle with a back injury, and more. Plus they talk about some of the exercises they've been loving lately. We hope you find this episode helpful; if you do, please rate/review/subscribe and share it with someone who could benefit! If you have comments, feedback, or questions please send them to . Check out the BRAND NEW program from Muscle Science for Women: The Fit Pregnancy Specialization program!...
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Ep 114: Why your diet isn't working anymore - and how to fix it
Muscle Science for Women
In this solo episode (a re-release of a popular episode from Rachel's other podcast, MetFlex and Chill) Rachel discusses what happens when your diet stops working for you, and how to fix the problem. We hope you find this episode helpful; if you do, please rate/review/subscribe and share it with someone who could benefit! If you have comments, feedback, or questions please send them to . Check out the BRAND NEW program from Muscle Science for Women: The Fit Pregnancy Specialization program! The program offers a customizable training program that will adjust throughout your pregnancy, a full...
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Ep 113: Are you being insane?
Muscle Science for Women
In this brand-new episode, Ashleigh and Rachel share big life and fitness updates; they give their unfiltered answer to a listener question who wonders if she's being insane about her body recomp goals; they share how to balance cardio and lifting to best support your goals, and more. We hope you find this episode helpful; if you do, please rate/review/subscribe and share it with someone who could benefit! If you have comments, feedback, or questions please send them to . Check out the BRAND NEW program from Muscle Science for Women: The Fit Pregnancy Specialization program! The program offers...
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Ep 112: 10 Mistakes Women Make When Trying To Build Muscle
Muscle Science for Women
In this solo episode (a re-release of a popular episode from Rachel's other podcast, MetFlex and Chill) Rachel talks about the mistakes women make when trying to build muscle. We hope you find this episode helpful; if you do, please rate/review/subscribe and share it with someone who could benefit! If you have comments, feedback, or questions please send them to . Check out the BRAND NEW program from Muscle Science for Women: The Fit Pregnancy Specialization program! The program offers a customizable training program that will adjust throughout your pregnancy, a full exercise video library, a...
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Healthy Aging Series: Mental Health
Muscle Science for Women
In this episode of the Healthy Aging Series, Ashleigh and Beth discuss mental health: how it impacts physical health and vice versa; how it changes through the decades; how our hormonal changes impact mental health; how to manage the mental health of loved ones, and so much more - see timestamps below. You can watch every episode of the Healthy Aging Series on YouTube: If you have comments, feedback, or questions please send them to musclescience4women@gmail.com or leave them in the comments. Learn more about the hosts at bethlipton.com and ashleighvanhouten.com Check out...
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Ep 110: Weighted vests and CrossFit support groups
Muscle Science for Women
In this solo episode, Ashleigh weighs in on whether or not weighted vests are worth it; she talks about starting a CrossFit support group for folks trying to leave, and answers a question from the podcasts #5 male listener about supporting your partner through tough times. We hope you find this episode helpful; if you do, please rate/review/subscribe and share it with someone who could benefit! If you have comments, feedback, or questions please send them to . Check out the BRAND NEW program from Muscle Science for Women: The Fit Pregnancy Specialization program! The program offers a...
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