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StrongHer Collective
Morganne Aaberg
17 episodes
2 weeks ago
In this episode, we’re talking about one of the most misunderstood topics in women’s fitness: protein. Protein plays an important role in changing your body composition, but it’s not the magic solution many influencers make it out to be. I break down what protein actually does in your body—how it supports muscle repair, helps you feel full, and slightly increases your energy expenditure—and what it can’t do (spoiler: it doesn’t “burn fat”). You’ll also learn why resistance training, recovery,...
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In this episode, we’re talking about one of the most misunderstood topics in women’s fitness: protein. Protein plays an important role in changing your body composition, but it’s not the magic solution many influencers make it out to be. I break down what protein actually does in your body—how it supports muscle repair, helps you feel full, and slightly increases your energy expenditure—and what it can’t do (spoiler: it doesn’t “burn fat”). You’ll also learn why resistance training, recovery,...
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Episodes (17/17)
StrongHer Collective
Protein Can't Do All The Heavy Lifting - Only Your Muscle Can Do That
In this episode, we’re talking about one of the most misunderstood topics in women’s fitness: protein. Protein plays an important role in changing your body composition, but it’s not the magic solution many influencers make it out to be. I break down what protein actually does in your body—how it supports muscle repair, helps you feel full, and slightly increases your energy expenditure—and what it can’t do (spoiler: it doesn’t “burn fat”). You’ll also learn why resistance training, recovery,...
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2 weeks ago
16 minutes

StrongHer Collective
When Wellness Gets Shady: The Ethics of Selling Supplements Online
Influencer marketing has exploded in recent years, and supplements are one of the most profitable products promoted on social media. But when profit is the priority, consumers are often left with exaggerated claims, hidden risks, and misleading information. In this episode, we look at how influencers make money from supplements through commissions, brand deals, and white labeling. We discuss the ethical concerns when influencers and even licensed physicians sell supplements online, and how co...
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1 month ago
21 minutes

StrongHer Collective
Why Women Get Injured More Than Men (And How to Prevent It)
Injuries are a part of life and they’re almost unavoidable. But did you know women are more prone to certain injuries than men? In this episode, we talk about what injuries women are prone to, discuss theories on why this is the case, talk about what you can do to prevent injury, strategies for working around an injury, and how to build resilience. Timestamps 0:00 Introduction 2:20 Episode overview 2:47 Injuries can happen anywhere! 6:02 Common injures in woman athletes (Harvard Health...
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1 month ago
36 minutes

StrongHer Collective
Supplement Safety: What Every Woman Should Know in an Under-Regulated Market
Supplements line the shelves of every health store and flood our social media feeds with promises of fat loss, energy, and better performance. But how safe are they really? In this episode, we break down how dietary supplements are regulated in the U.S., noting important difference in consumer protections with supplements vs. drugs. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 2:43 What I'm reading right now! Let's Get Physical by Danielle Friedman 7:30 FDA's treatment of Drugs vs. Supplement 12:40 The story of Eph...
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2 months ago
30 minutes

StrongHer Collective
Supplement Basics for Women: Protein, Creatine, and Avoiding the BS
The supplement industry is massive—worth over $60 billion in 2024 in the U.S. alone—and chances are you’ve come across it in your daily life, whether at the grocery store, on Instagram, in a doctor’s office, or even from a well-meaning mother-in-law. But with so many powders, pills, and potions out there, how do you know what’s worth your money and what’s just clever marketing? In this episode, I break down the world of dietary supplements in a way that’s clear, evidence-based, and practical....
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2 months ago
26 minutes

StrongHer Collective
Targeted Fat Loss Is a Scam (Let’s Talk About the Science)
Have you ever seen a workout that promises to get rid of belly fat with three moves? In this episode I explain that targeted fat loss is a complete lie, because that is simply not how biology works. However, for decades we have heard about workouts to blast belly fat, "bounce back" from pregnancy, "tone up" arms, "reduce" inner thighs, and so much more. This can be confusing, so let's dive into the science so you can understand how fat loss actually works. Further reading: Seminal...
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3 months ago
26 minutes

StrongHer Collective
The Summer Body is Bullshirt
It’s summer, which means the weather’s hot and the pressure to have a “summer body” is even hotter. In this episode, we unpack where that idea comes from, how it harms women, and what we can do to push back. From magazine covers to crash diets, we're shifting the focus from appearance to strength, function, and confidence. PS - Any Good Place fans out there? If you don't get the "Bullshirt" reference in the episode title, this is your sign to discover one of TVs best shows! Further read...
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3 months ago
28 minutes

StrongHer Collective
From Marketing to Movement: The Truth Behind 10,000 Steps
Think you need 10,000 steps a day to be healthy? Think again. In this episode of the StrongHer Collective podcast, I’m breaking down where that magic number really came from (hint: it wasn’t science), what the research actually says about step counts and health, and why small, consistent movement matters more than hitting an arbitrary target. We’ll dive into the real benefits of walking, the importance of making fitness accessible, and why strength training still reigns supreme for overall h...
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4 months ago
29 minutes

StrongHer Collective
Listener Q & A: Recovery, Cycle Syncing, How Often to Train, and More!
This week we tackle YOUR questions about women's fitness, and fitness in general. We cover considerations for perimenopause and menopause (also check out the episode titled Menopause & HIIT: Science vs. Social Media claims), cycle syncing (surprise - don't spend money on "miracle" programs), lifting heavy and the effects on joints as we age, sleep and sleep debt, what it actually means to lift heavy, and how often to train vs. rest. Resources: 1-1 Virtual Training Application form R...
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4 months ago
35 minutes

StrongHer Collective
Eating for Health and Strength with Registered Dietician Suz Stein
This week, I’m joined by Suz Stein, a registered dietitian, former D1 athlete, and fitness instructor, to dive deep into the complex world of nutrition and fitness. Together, we explore all things nutrition related, from fueling your workouts with carbohydrates, optimal protein intake to build muscle, health beyond weight loss, and so much more. Suz’s refreshing perspective will support your approach to nutrition—whether your goal is health, performance, or simply feeling your best. Connect w...
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4 months ago
1 hour 24 minutes

StrongHer Collective
Menopause & HIIT: Science vs. Social Media Claims
A client recently told me her friend said women in menopause should skip HIIT and stick to lifting weights and zone 2 cardio. Ever heard that? My gut reaction was that lifting is essential, but there’s no blanket reason to avoid higher-intensity workouts. So I did some digging! 🔬 Key Topics: What is menopause? Natural decline of estrogen and progesterone (plus some testosterone), typically starting with perimenopause and bringing symptoms like hot flashes, sleep issues, and mood change...
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5 months ago
21 minutes

StrongHer Collective
Cortisol: The Hormone Influencers Love to Hate
You’ve heard the warnings—“HIIT spikes cortisol!” “Stop doing intense workouts or you’ll never lose weight!” In this episode, I’m diving into these claims to separate social media myths from science. What is HIIT, what is cortisol, and what do experts and peer-reviewed research actually say about the two? If you’ve ever felt confused about whether high-intensity training is helping or hurting your hormones, this one’s for you. What We Cover in This Episode A definition of HIIT (High-Intensity...
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5 months ago
28 minutes

StrongHer Collective
Your Smartwatch is Lying to You (About Calories)
Think your Apple Watch is telling you how many calories you’re really burning? In this episode of StrongHer Collective, we break down how energy expenditure is actually measured — and why your smartwatch might be giving you the wrong idea. You’ll learn: ✅ What a calorie really is and where the concept came from ✅ How scientists measure calorie burn using indirect calorimetry ✅ How fitness trackers (like the Apple Watch and others) estimate energy expenditure ✅ Why smartwat...
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5 months ago
21 minutes

StrongHer Collective
Is BMI BS? A Deep Dive into a Flawed Metric
Delve into the complexities of Body Mass Index (BMI), exploring its historical origins (all the way back to the 1830s!), practical applications, and significant limitations. Our discussion highlights how BMI, while a widely used metric for assessing body fatness, fails to account for individual differences in body composition, particularly among women and diverse populations. We emphasize the importance of understanding BMI's limitations and encourages listeners to advocate for more personali...
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5 months ago
21 minutes

StrongHer Collective
More Than Muscle: How Your Mindset Shapes your Strength
In this episode, we dive into how our mindset shapes our strength. Using research psychologist Carol Dweck's theory of mindsets, we discuss fixed vs. growth mindsets and how that applies to us as women building strength. Timestamps: 0:00 - Intro 1:07 - How parents impact our mindsets as children 2:25 - Self-theories can determine our success 2:47 - Carol Dweck and growth and fixed mindsets 5:31 - Trait-based praise. Mueller & Dweck (1998) article on this. 8:34 - How does grow...
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6 months ago
17 minutes

StrongHer Collective
Our Obsession with Thinness
In this episode, we’re taking a deep dive into the origins of the United States' obsession with thinness—and how that century-old mindset still impacts the way many of us think about our bodies today. We’ll explore how cultural ideals shifted in the early 1900s, from a time when softness and fullness were signs of health and wealth, to an era where thinness became tied to patriotism, morality, and self-control. From wartime food messaging to early dieting books, life insurance statistics, fas...
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6 months ago
33 minutes

StrongHer Collective
Why Should You Care About Building Muscle? The StrongHer Origin Story
Welcome to the very first episode of the StrongHer Collective Podcast! In this episode, I’m sharing the story behind why I created StrongHer Collective. As someone who learned to lift weights in my 30s and now helps other women do the same, I started noticing a pattern—so many of us were taught to exercise in order to be smaller, not stronger. When some of my clients worried that lifting heavy would make them "bulk up," I realized just how deeply those messages run. This lit a fire in me to s...
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6 months ago
22 minutes

StrongHer Collective
In this episode, we’re talking about one of the most misunderstood topics in women’s fitness: protein. Protein plays an important role in changing your body composition, but it’s not the magic solution many influencers make it out to be. I break down what protein actually does in your body—how it supports muscle repair, helps you feel full, and slightly increases your energy expenditure—and what it can’t do (spoiler: it doesn’t “burn fat”). You’ll also learn why resistance training, recovery,...