49. Can Women Handle More Training Volume Than Men?

In this episode of Lifting, Running, and Living, Kelly shares updates on her recent lifting progress, including setting new personal records in bench, back squat, and overhead press over a nine-week training cycle.

Kelly also announces her decision to phase out of coaching to focus on her full-time job.

JK shares updates on his current morning routine changes and how they impact his productivity.

The duo then dives into a discussion on whether women can handle more training volume than men, covering myths, facts, and scientific studies. They discuss how factors like estrogen, muscle fiber composition, and recovery rates play a role in training volume.

Finally, they delve into the context of training volume and why it matters.

00:00 Welcome and Episode Kickoff

00:21 Kelly's Training Updates

03:18 Future Training Plans

04:49 Big Announcement: Phasing Out of Coaching

07:47 Savannah Trip Recap

09:42 Switching Airlines: Southwest to United

14:57 TSA Precheck and Travel Experiences

17:30 Wedding Weekend and Morning Routine Changes

27:04 Main Topic Introduction: Training Volume Myths

33:13 Understanding Aerobic Metabolism

33:59 Slow Twitch Muscle Fibers and Endurance Training

34:31 Gender-Specific Training Programs

36:50 Fatigue Resistance in Women

41:38 Recovery Differences Between Genders

49:49 Training Volume and Gender

56:16 Debating Training Programs and Gender Considerations

01:12:17 Concluding Thoughts and Final Remarks

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