Episode 163

Published July 28, 2026

In this conversation, Dr. Jaime Seeman joins host Dr. Jaclyn Smeaton to discuss muscle as an underappreciated cornerstone of women’s metabolic and hormone health, particularly during perimenopause and menopause, and the importance of resistance training.

This episode also highlights:

• Muscle as a metabolic organ, not just a cosmetic one, and the importance of muscle tissue quality
• How resistance training and cardio affect body composition differently
• The importance of preserving fast-twitch muscle fibers for longevity later in life
• Strategies for protein and carbohydrate intake
• How the DUTCH Test can help identify where hormonal intervention can fill the gaps beyond lifestyle habits, particularly with estrogen, DHEA, and androgen levels post-menopause

Key Moments

0:44 Episode Introduction

2:32 Journey to Medicine: A Unique Background

5:29 Personal Health Journey: Lessons Learned

8:36 The Importance of Muscle Beyond Aesthetics

11:31 Muscle as an Endocrine Organ

14:39 Hormonal Balance and Muscle Health

17:32 Resistance Training: A Game Changer for Women

20:35 Exercise Types: Finding What Works

26:03 Become A DUTCH Provider

26:45 Getting Started with Weight Training

32:59 The Importance of Proper Weightlifting Techniques

36:09 Understanding Protein Needs for Women

42:41 Optimizing Protein Intake for Muscle Growth

47:48 The Role of Carbohydrates in Women's Health

51:53 Hormonal Influences on Body Composition

57:37 Essential Supplements for Women’s Health

About our speaker

Dr. Jaime Seeman is a board-certified OB-GYN, health advocate, and a fierce proponent of women embracing strength in both their physical and mental lives. Her own health struggles with hypothyroidism and pre-diabetes, along with the loss of a close friend in 2015, transformed her mindset and career, leading her to make her own health a lifelong mission. A former college athlete and Mrs. Nebraska 2020, she is also a mother of three daughters, an advocate for resistance training for women of all ages, and the author of Hard to Kill, in which she outlines the five pillars of health that guide her philosophy. Known online as "Dr. Fit and Fabulous," she inspires women globally to take control of their health, lead with confidence, and live life to the fullest. 

Show Notes

Learn more about Dr. Jaime Seeman and follow her on Instagram @doctorfitandfabulous!

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