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Published Jul 6, 2022

Burning Fat is Easier When You Eat & Exercise Like This

Discover how balancing exercise with nutrition enhances hormonal health and body composition, as Dr. Elly Michelle delves into strength training, the impact of birth control on hormones, and the crucial role of carbohydrates for active lifestyles.
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  • Training Frequency

    emphasizes the importance of optimal training frequency for effective results without overtraining. She finds that three days a week of strength training, focusing on full-body workouts, allows for necessary recovery time and prevents stress on the body 1. Elly highlights the significance of proper nutrition, particularly protein and carbohydrates, to support muscle growth and hormonal health 2. She shares her personal journey of overcoming undereating to achieve strength gains, noting the crucial role of core stability in exercises like pull-ups 1.

    It's fun to be strong and to eat.

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    This mindset shift is essential for embracing strength training and its benefits 3.

       

    Strength & Hormones

    Strength training is closely linked to hormonal health, as explains. She stresses the importance of fueling the body adequately to maintain hormone levels, particularly estrogen, which is crucial for bone health and muscle building 4. Carbohydrates play a vital role in recovery and stress reduction, making them essential for women who are active and focused on fitness 5. Elly's personal history of overcoming an eating disorder underscores the importance of rebuilding strength and bone density through proper nutrition and exercise 6.

    You need the stimulation from estrogen to protect the bones.

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    This highlights the interconnectedness of diet, exercise, and hormonal balance.

       

    Muscle vs Weight

    challenges traditional views on body weight by emphasizing the importance of muscle gain over mere numbers on a scale. She notes that gaining muscle can significantly alter body composition, even if the scale doesn't reflect a change 7. Elly encourages a focus on strength and body composition rather than societal expectations of weight, highlighting that muscle mass can lead to a healthier and more aesthetically pleasing physique 8.

    Having muscle, you're not this tiny little frail stick.

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    This perspective encourages women to embrace strength training for overall well-being and confidence 9.

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