Should Men and Women Train Differently?

05/11/2025 1h 1min

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Episode Synopsis

Hot Topic: Protein powders contain dangerous amounts of lead?Worth It? Daylight Savings TimeMain Course: Too often the fitness world sells two fake extremes: guys grunting through ego lifts and women doing pink-dumbbell toning workouts. But do men and women actually need to train differently — or is it just a marketing trick?In this episode, Matt and Dylan break down the real physiological differences between men and women, what they actually mean for strength training, and how much of the “gendered fitness” advice online is complete nonsense. You’ll hear client stories, research-backed facts, and practical coaching insights you can use — whether you’re chasing a 300-pound deadlift or your first pull-up.Q&A: I just started a new workout program. It has three phases in various rep ranges. How do I know how much weight to lift when I go from 4-6 reps to 12-15 reps?