Diving deep into the jungle of fitness methodologies, we're breaking down what truly works for muscle growth, especially if you're rocking that over-40 badge of honor. đď¸âď¸đĽToday, we're pitting the time-honored principle of progressive overload against the titans of group fitness: Orange Theory, F45, and CrossFit. It's a showdown to see which approach can really dial in that muscle tone and sculpt the body composition you're after as you navigate the prime years of fitness beyond 40.Progressive Overload: The backbone of strength training. Incrementally increasing the weight or intensity to push muscle adaptation. It's the slow and steady that might just win the race. But is it enough in the fast-paced world of fitness?Orange Theory: Heart rate-based high-intensity interval training. It's got the sweat, the science, and the community. But does it prioritize muscle growth?F45: Circuit-based HIIT with a twist of functional training. It promises to blast fat and build lean muscle, but can it deliver on a larger scale for those targeted gains?CrossFit: The behemoth of high-intensity, varied workouts. Known for building some serious athletes, but is it the right fit for everyone looking to tone up after 40?Couple whichever path you choose with a solid understanding of macros and a commitment to lifting weights, and youâre on your way to mastering your body composition.
Weâre going there today. Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro â the weight-loss drugs everyoneâs talking about. But hereâs what no oneâs saying: yes, these meds work⌠but at what cost? In this episode, Nikkiey Stott breaks down the truth about GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, the science behind how they actually work, and the reality of what happens when you stop taking them. She dives into the research on muscle loss, metabolism slowdown, and why relying on medication alone sets so many women up for the rebound cycle theyâve spent years trying to escape. This isnât about fear â itâs about facts. Youâll walk away understanding: ⢠Why muscle is the single most important factor in fat loss after 40 ⢠What studies really show about GLP-1s and metabolism ⢠The right vs. wrong way to use weight-loss meds (if you choose to) ⢠And the exact lifestyle framework that always wins â with or without a prescription If youâre tired of chasing shortcuts and ready to finally understand how to create sustainable results, this episode will change the way you see your body, your health, and your power. đ§ Listen now and learn how to build a metabolism that lasts â no drugs required. â Grab The Ultimate Guide to Macros â
Ever been told âyour labs are normalâ when you clearly donât feel normal?You're not crazy. You're not lazy. And you're definitely not broken.In this powerful episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott pulls back the curtain on why traditional healthcare keeps failing women â especially those over 35 navigating perimenopause, low energy, unexplained weight gain, and hormone chaos.Youâll learn:Why your doctor may mean well, but simply isnât trained in hormones, metabolism, or nutritionHow ânormalâ lab results can still leave you feeling awfulWhat functional testing can reveal that standard bloodwork missesThe exact tests Nikkiey uses with WarriorBabe clients to get real answersHow to advocate for yourself and stop outsourcing your intuitionThis episode is your permission slip to take your health into your own hands â with data, strategy, and fierce self-advocacy.
Are you exhausted, bloated, moody, and stuck â even though youâre âdoing everything rightâ?In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott cracks open the most overlooked tool in womenâs fat loss: biofeedback.Forget the scale for a second. Your body is already telling you everything you need to know â through your energy, hunger, digestion, mood, sleep, and recovery. If youâve been ignoring those signals, this is your wake-up call.Youâll learn:What biofeedback actually is and why it matters more than calories burnedThe 6 key markers every woman should trackHow poor biofeedback signals metabolic dysfunction (and how to fix it)Tactical steps to start listening and adjusting like a proIf youâre ready to stop guessing and finally work with your body instead of against it â this episode is for you.
In this episode, Nikkiey gets real about one of the most frustrating phases of any fitness journeyâdoing everything right and still not seeing the results. If youâve ever felt like you're tracking your macros, hitting your workouts, and showing up consistently but your body still isnât changing⌠this episode is for you. Nikkiey breaks down why thatâs happening, from undereating and overtraining to whatâs actually required to grow muscle. She shares the 7-step system she uses with clients to finally bridge the gap between effort and transformation.
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