Summary
In this episode, Leah and Caitlin discuss the impact of low energy availability in sports, specifically in bodybuilding. They share personal experiences with hypothalamic amenorrhea and explore strategies for risk reduction in bodybuilders. The conversation also touches on the difference between recovery dieting and reverse dieting, as well as the reluctance to gain weight in the bodybuilding community. They emphasize the importance of focusing on performance and lifestyle gains during the off-season and discuss the challenges of navigating hormonal contraception and maintaining health. In this episode, Caitlin Arnold and Leah discuss various aspects of bodybuilding, including the impact of contraceptives on muscle building, tracking hormonal health post-show, managing gut issues during and after prep, the importance of regaining body fat post-show, and the role of a coach in bodybuilding. They emphasize the need for individualized approaches and the importance of working with a knowledgeable coach or dietitian.
Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Audio Balancing
00:49 Part 2: Exploring the Impact of Low Energy Availability in Sports
07:17 Risk Reduction Strategies for Bodybuilders
09:27 Recovery Diet vs Reverse Dieting
12:42 Reluctance to Gain Weight in the Bodybuilding Community
14:28 Navigating Weight Gain with Clients
22:01 Navigating Hormonal Contraception and Health
22:14 Impact of Contraceptives on Bodybuilding
23:24 Tracking Hormonal Health Post-Show
26:13 Managing Gut Issues During and After Prep
37:02 Importance of Regaining Body Fat Post-Show
40:05 The Role of a Coach in Bodybuilding
41:03 Closing Remarks and Bookings
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