In this episode of the WMM podcast, Georgie Howe speaks with Dr. Nikki Kaye about the critical intersection of hormonal health and athletic performance. They discuss the importance of understanding RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport), the impact of energy availability on performance, and the signs of low energy availability, particularly in female athletes. Dr. Kaye emphasises the need for a supportive environment for athletes, including coaches and medical staff, to help navigate hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause. The conversation also covers recovery strategies for athletes with RED-S and the importance of nutrition and training balance for long-term health and performance.

Recorded on the eve of the Gran Fondo World Championships, this special collab episode between The Domestiques and The WMN Podcast. Sheridan Braatvedt, Georgie Howe, Matilda Raynolds, and Lee “Hollywood” Turner go in depth, talking about nerves, preparation, and what’s really at stake with amaterur cycling events like this one.

The crew dives into the energy building in Lorne, the stories behind the riders, and why grassroots events like this matter more than medals.

And tomorrow - tune in for part two, featuring The Domestiques very own Mark O’Brien and Matilda Raynolds, fresh off their wins.

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In this episode of the WMM podcast, hosts Georgie Howe and Sheridan Braatvedt engage in a lively conversation with Abby Mickey, a senior editor at Escape Collective and host of the Wheel Talk podcast. They discuss Abby's journey from a professional cyclist to a journalist, the importance of women's voices in cycling, and the challenges surrounding mental health and body image in sports. The conversation also touches on societal pressures, the impact of high-profile athletes like Serena Williams, and the need for a supportive environment in women's sports.