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Is skipping breakfast before your workout secretly sabotaging your results? Or have you been told you HAVE to eat first to make any real progress? This is one of the hottest debates in wellness right now, especially for women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s who juggle real-life stress, changing hormones, and less-than-perfect sleep. In this episode, I’m breaking down the latest 2025 research comparing fasted and fueled workouts. 

You’ll get the latest science on how each approach affects muscle gain, fat loss, and hormone balance (including the key limitations of the new study that no one’s talking about). We’ll dig into why your age, stress levels, and morning appetite could completely shift what works for you, and I’ll walk you through exactly who should go fasted, who should always eat first, and the tactical tweaks you need if mornings aren’t your eating jam.

There’s so much confusing advice out there, but by the end of this episode, you’ll walk away with the freedom to choose what actually fits your body and your routine. You’ll know how to recognize the signs if a workout style is backfiring, and how to adjust for better energy, steadier hormones, and real progress without feeling trapped by someone else’s “rule.” If you’ve ever wondered whether changing when you eat could finally help you break plateaus and feel better during your workouts, hit play and let’s dive in.

And if you’re wondering how to enjoy the holidays without sacrificing your body goals, don’t forget to download my free Holiday Eating Roadmap HERE.

In this episode, you’ll learn what works best for women over 30 with fasted or fed workouts:

• The truth about fasted vs. fed workouts and what the latest research actually says
• Why most studies don’t reflect what works for women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s 
• The signs you should eat before your workout (and when fasted training might work for you)
• Easy snack and fueling tips for women who struggle with morning hunger 
• The real keys to muscle gain, energy, and results, regardless of your workout style

Resources Mentioned:

•  Download my free Holiday Eating Roadmap HERE

Let’s Connect:

• Come hang with me on Instagram @mindinmymacros and at @wellonherwaypod for more simple & sustainable wellness tips.

Want more on this topic? Here’s your next listen:

• Episode 128: HOT TAKE: Should You Be Adding Salt or Electrolytes to Your Water?
• Episode 120: Hot Take: Should Busy Women Like Me Even Bother With Creatine?

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