Ep94 | Amanda Smith

Welcome back to another installment of the Active Atlanta Podcast, this week I am excited to speak with Dr. Amanda Smith. She is a chiropractor and educator specializing in women’s physiology and women’s health in sports. Dr. Smith’s goal as a provider is to empower women with knowledge by helping them understand their bodies at different periods of their cycle and supporting them in reaching their fitness goals!

[00:00] Introduction to Dr. Amanda Smith

[01:16] Research gap in women’s healthcare

[03:13] Disconnect between marketing and research in women’s health

[04:45] Breaking down the menstrual cycle

[08:27] Hormonal changes during ovulation

[09:48] Training

[13:13] Knowledge is power

[15:15] Testing your hormones

[20:49] Differences between men and women in exercise physiology

[25:07] Connect with Dr. Smith