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Muscle Science for Women

Ashleigh VanHouten & Rachel Gregory
Nutrition
Fitness
Body Composition
Pregnancy
Strength Training
Menopause
Mental Health
Pelvic Health
Fitness Goals
Thyroid Health
Women's Health
Hormonal Health
Weight Loss
Women In Fitness
Fat Loss
Weightlifting
Bikini Competition
Maintenance Phase
Perimenopause
Health

Hosted by health coach and author Ashleigh VanHouten and nutritionist and strength and conditioning specialist Rachel Gregory - co-creators of the Muscle Science for Women training program - this podcast dives into all aspects of fitness including nutrition, training, recovery, fitness culture, and so much more, all with a focus on addressing women's unique goals and challenges. It's conversationa... more

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Latest Episodes

If you've been wanting a masterclass on pelvic floor health, look no further. Ashleigh interviews Dr. Caroline Packard, DPT, a pelvic floor physical therapist, lifelong athlete, and mother of three who is changing the way women think about their bodi... more

Rachel and Ashleigh both ran a short fast in the same week, Ashleigh for 36 hours and Rachel for 24, and this conversation is what came out of it. They cover why they each wanted to do it, how Ashleigh cycled the calories from her fasting day across ... more

Brad Kearns is a New York Times bestselling author, including his recent book Born to Walk. He's a #1 world-ranked Masters track & field high jumper in 2025 and a #3 world-ranked professional triathlete. He has written twenty books on diet, health, p... more

Does it suddenly feel like everyone you know is on a GLP-1 medication? Even people who seem to be using it just to lose those "last ten pounds"? Are you feeling pressure to do the same, frustrated that doing it the "hard way" doesn't seem to be worki... more

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Recent Guests

Brad Kearns
Author, endurance athlete turned advocate for sprinting and functional strength
Peluva (founder)
Episode: Ep 139: The Science of Sprinting - Burn Fat, Build Power & Live Longer
Kayla Davis
Fitness influencer, mom of three, former gymnast, personal trainer
Kdavis Fitness / Fitness professional
Episode: Ep 135: How Fit Moms Raise Active Kids
Hannah Aylward
CEO and founder of HAN, focused on root-cause gut repair
HAN
Episode: Ep 132: Heal your gut with Hannah Aylward
Chandler Garcia
PICU nurse and global health advocate
Not specified
Episode: Ep 128: Does more control = more freedom?
Elle Russ
Thyroid expert, best-selling author, and coach.
Author of 'The Paleo Thyroid Solution'
Episode: Ep 81: Understanding thyroid health with Elle Russ
Brian Keane
Personal trainer, nutritionist, best-selling author, and podcast host.
The Brian Keane Podcast
Episode: Ep 79: Lessons learned from a bodybuilder who races ultra-marathons
Erin Power
Coaching and Curriculum Director at the Primal Health Coach Institute
Primal Health Coach Institute
Episode: Ep 49: Can we really change our mindset to improve our health?
Esther Blum
Integrative dietitian and menopause expert
Episode: Ep 47: Optimizing hormonal health throughout your life with menopause expert Esther Blum

Hosts

Ashleigh VanHouten
Host of Muscle Science for Women, health coach and author; co-creator of the Muscle Science for Women program
Rachel Gregory
Co-host, nutritionist and strength & conditioning specialist; host of the Muscle Science for Women program

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 925 ratings
  • Awesome motivation!

    Real, relatable and inspiring chats! Love you guys and keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MLC2970
    New Zealand4 months ago
  • New Listener

    I’m a new listener. Great resource for information. I love that they cover all facets of health. Mental and physical. I love the info for women.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    beaglemom5
    United States4 months ago
  • Fun and informative

    Enjoy listening to both their life updates, as well as appreciate their takes and more informative topics - specifically focused for women. Something so needed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DebraAnn4290
    United States5 months ago
  • As a woman who loves muscle and science this podcast is the perfect rep scheme.

    We can all use the reminder to not be insane… especially fitness minded folk who can get lost in a Sisyphean task of optimization. Thanks ladies for sharing your grounded approach to so many sides of fitness. I have been in this space for decades and am so happy I found your podcast. It’s like chatting with my gym friends but on my perfect schedule and I don’t have to drive the conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CourtneyOLou
    United States6 months ago
  • High Quality Info

    MSW provides actionable, evidence-based info for women looking to build muscle. I love their delivery style - fun, informed and results driven! ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KateHND
    Canada6 months ago

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Many appreciate the chemistry and clarity between hosts and the woman-focused coaching.
Listeners praise evidence-based guidance and practical tips.
Feedback highlights life-stage relevance, like mom-friendly fitness and aging well.

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Ep 139: The Science of Sprinting - Burn Fat, Build Power & Live Longer
Q: How often should someone include true sprinting in their routine?
For most people, once per week is plenty for high-impact sprinting; more advanced athletes can do twice weekly if they can recover, but the emphasis should be on quality, not quantity, with significant rest between efforts.
Ep 139: The Science of Sprinting - Burn Fat, Build Power & Live Longer
Q: Is sprinting only for athletes or can beginners start safely?
Sprinting can be started safely by most people using low-impact options first, progressive drills, and ample rest; the key is to build a foundation and gradually introduce brief, maximal efforts with long rest periods.
Ep 132: Heal your gut with Hannah Aylward
Q: What are the main microbial players you look for, and how do they influence treatment?
We categorize into bacteria, fungi/yeast, and parasites, often overlapping; we treat the ecosystem as a whole, using stool tests, breath tests for SIBO, and addressing environmental or lifestyle factors to shift the gut environment toward balance.
Ep 132: Heal your gut with Hannah Aylward
Q: Can you walk through how someone with unclear, normal test results can still have root causes of gut issues?
We start with thorough digestive health assessments, then use targeted functional labs to spot patterns like bile issues, enzyme insufficiencies, and inflammatory signals, reading between the lines since no single test is perfect.
Ep 126: Is your favorite workout overrated?
Q: Is it normal to feel stronger when pregnant while lifting weights?
She explains that pregnancy experiences vary and that hormonal fluctuations can influence energy and strength; it's important to consider individual differences and not assume everyone follows the same pattern.

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The show blends evidence-based fitness guidance with practical coaching insights tailored for women. Episodes commonly tackle fat loss, muscle-building, training zones, and sustainable routines, all framed through real-life stories, client experiences, and host-led experiments. Listeners can expect a mix of science-backed tips, lifestyle discussions, and candid conversations about aging, mindset, and balancing health with family and work. A notable strength is the clear emphasis on long-term health and functional strength for women, plus regular sponsor integrations and opportunities to explore coaching programs that extend beyond the episode.

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Recent guests on Muscle Science for Women include:

1. Brad Kearns
2. Kayla Davis
3. Hannah Aylward
4. Chandler Garcia
5. Elle Russ
6. Brian Keane
7. Erin Power
8. Esther Blum

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