Stronger Than Your Boyfriend
Join Katie and Heather, owners of Barpath Fitness, as they take a deep dive into important (and usually controversial) health & fitness topics. Combining a little science, a little ranting, and a lot of industry experience, Katie and Heather will be helping you sift through the toxic misinformation in the fitness industry. One podcast episode at a time. Barpath Fitness is an LGBTQ+ and women-owned fitness business that specializes in helping people move better, get stronger, and live pain free through individualized programming and coaching.
Stronger Than Your Boyfriend
The Relationship Between Alcohol and Training
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Barpath Fitness
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Season 1
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Episode 28
In this episode, we break down the relationship between alcohol and fitness.
Can you still drink and live a healthy lifestyle?
We break down some of the science behind alcohol and exercise while also discussing some personal experience.
Topics discussed:
- What happens when you consume alcohol?
- What is the relationship between the gut and alcohol consumption?
- Absorption of alcohol and macronutrient consumption
- The relationship between alcohol and anxiety, sleep, hormones, and strength
- Strategies to reduce alcohol consumption in order to maximize gains
Studies and additional resources mentioned in this episode can be found on the episode write up:
The Relationship Between Alcohol and Fitness