Our Optimum Insider experts cut through the myths and break down the real science - giving you the advantage to train smarter, recover, and unlock more from your performance.

“There's no evidence to suggest that their protein needs would be any different than a man going through that same age range in their life.”

Professor Stu Philips - Expert in protein

"Fuel for the demands of your sport."

Professor Kirsty Elliott-Sale Expert in female physiology

“Medals have been won and lost on every day of the menstrual cycle.”

Professor Kirsty Elliott-Sale - Expert in female physiology

“Don't train like a man or a woman. Train like an athlete.”

Professor Stu Philips - Expert in protein

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Watch the full discussions around Female Performance

Video 1: Be cynical about sycle syncing

Video 2: Bulking is BS