Ep. 198: This week’s mashup brings together powerful insights from Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, Dr. Andy Galpin, and JJ Virgin on one of the most talked-about topics in fitness: creatine for strength training. We’ll unpack why muscle is your most important organ for longevity, clear up the biggest myths holding women back from using creatine, and explore how building strength can transform your body, mind, and confidence. You’ll hear practical strategies for getting started at any age, from first squats to advanced lifting, along with surprising benefits for mood, bone health, and aging powerfully. Tune in for expert advice that will leave you inspired to get stronger and feel unstoppable. Leave Me a Message -⁠ click here!⁠ For Mari’s Instagram⁠ click here!⁠ For Pursuit of Wellness Podcast’s Instagram⁠ click here!⁠ For Mari’s Newsletter⁠ click here!⁠ For Dr. Gabrielle Lyon’s Instagram⁠ click here!⁠ For Dr. Andy Galpin’s Instagram⁠ click here!⁠ For JJ Virgin’s Instagram⁠ click here!⁠ Sponsored By: Experience skincare that targets acne and aging—without clogging your pores. Get 20% off your first order at ⁠http://clearstem.com/POW⁠ with code POW. Supportive, flattering & unbelievably comfortable — find your perfect SKIMS bras and underwear at ⁠http://skims.com/pow.⁠ Enjoy pure, great-tasting water with AquaTru’s reverse osmosis purifiers. Get 20% off at ⁠http://aquatru.com⁠ with code POW. Save 15% on the BON CHARGE Red Light Face Mask and more at ⁠http://boncharge.com⁠ with code PURSUIT at checkout. Upgrade your morning brew with Lifeboost—clean, low-acid, organic coffee. Get 10% off at ⁠http://lifeboostcoffee.com/POW⁠ with code POW. Breathe easier with Jaspr, the commercial-grade air scrubber that’s quiet, powerful, and sleek. Get $400 off with code POW at ⁠http://jaspr.co/pow.⁠ Show Links: Boost muscle, strength, and focus with ⁠Bloom Creatine⁠—formulated to support women’s wellness, workouts, recovery, and daily energy. ⁠Strength Training Secrets for Women: Protein, Ozempic, and Aging Powerfully with Celebrity Nutrition Expert & Fitness Hall of Famer JJ Virgin⁠ ⁠Dr. Gabrielle Lyon on Muscle, Creatine & the Links between H. Pylori & Acne | Part 2⁠ ⁠Why Women Are Training Wrong: Fix Hormones, Build Strength & Recover Smarter w/ Dr. Andy Galpin Part 1⁠ Topics Discussed 00:08 - Welcome & episode overview 00:58 - Why creatine matters for women (Ep. 133: JJ Virgin) 02:20 - Water retention concerns explained 04:30 - Finding the right creatine dosage 06:15 - Creatine & strength training for pregnancy and healthy aging 08:40 - Encouraging parents to lift weights 12:26 - Beginner strength training progression & foundational exercises 14:30 - Muscle quality vs. muscle size 18:24 - “Muscle mommy” movement & cultural shifts in women’s strength training (Ep. 165: Dr. Andy Galpin) 26:19 - “Strengthspan”, muscle mass benefits & brain health 30:15 - Creatine safety & performance vs. health 34:55 - Debunking bloating concerns for women 38:36 - Creatine for women: cycle, pregnancy & brain health (Ep. 163: Dr. Gabrielle Lyon) 42:30 - When to start & who benefits most from creatine 44:20 - Protein and training as muscle foundations 45:27 - Muscle’s metabolic role & chronic disease prevention