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Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald

Michelle MacDonald

No one is going to “save” you. In today"s world, it"s up to us to save ourselves!Hosted by top fitness expert and coach Michelle MacDonald, the Stronger by Design podcast is for women who want to take radical ownership of their bodies, nutrition, and mindsets.Michelle, known worldwide for her Transformation Programs, shares world-class insights to help women redefine aging by focusing on longevity, empowerment, fitness, resilience, and muscle-building, all while fostering a positive mindset about

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61:53

Does Your Show Prep Coach Have a Plan? with Coach...

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2026/09/29

At seven weeks out from a bodybuilding show, the margin for error is getting smaller. You're leaner, more fatigued, more emotionally invested, and probably starting to wonder: Am I actually going to be ready? But there's another question every competitor should be asking: Does your coach actually have a plan? In Part 2 of their show prep series, Stronger By Design™ host Michelle MacDonald sits down again with top natural physique coach and FMG Mexico promoter Jean Jacques Barrett to break dow...

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47:09

Recovery and Strength for Women Over 60 with Joan...

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2026/09/15

Major surgery can temporarily change what your body can do. But being strong before surgery, physically and mentally, can change how you approach everything that comes next. In this episode of Stronger By Design, Michelle MacDonald sits down with two remarkable women who know that firsthand: Susan Thiessen, 67, and Joan MacDonald, 80. Susan has faced four hip operations in a little over a year, including an unexpected surgery following a serious infection that interrupted her return to bodybu...

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39:46

Build Your Winning Show Prep Strategy with Coach...

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2026/09/02

Two athletes can step onto the same stage with the same goal and need completely different strategies to get there. In this episode of Stronger By Design, Michelle MacDonald sits down with her Tulum Strength Club partner Jean-Jacques Barrett to break down what really goes into building a successful show prep strategy around the individual athlete. From starting physique and muscle maturity to division requirements, conditioning, training performance, recovery, adherence and mindset, Michelle ...

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66:56

The Truth About Cortisol, Metabolism & Midlife Weight...

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2026/08/11

What if cortisol isn't the reason you can't lose weight — and your metabolism isn't broken either? Michelle MacDonald brings back nutrition scientist and coach Dr. Allan Bacon for a conversation that dismantles two of the most persistent myths circulating in women's fitness right now. Together they break down exactly what cortisol is actually doing in your body during exercise, why zone two cardio lowers cortisol for the rest of the day even though it raises it for two hours (and why no...

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44:19

The Biggest Muscle-Building Mistakes with Max Coleman

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2026/07/28

What builds muscle... and what have we been getting wrong? In this episode of Stronger By Design, Michelle MacDonald sits down with exercise science researcher Max Coleman, MS, to separate evidence from internet fitness myths. A respected researcher, coach, and educator, Max earned his master's degree under renowned hypertrophy researcher Dr. Brad Schoenfeld and is known for translating complex exercise science into practical, real-world advice. Through his social media channels, he makes t...

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53:13

The Menopause BOOM: Science vs Marketing with Dr....

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2026/06/16

What if the menopause industry isn't failing women but instead it's deliberately targeting them? Michelle MacDonald sits down with scientist, physician, and Selfority founder Dr. Sarah Berg for a conversation that pulls back the curtain on how a $15 trillion industry is built on the gap between what women need and what medicine has historically given them. Together they unpack why midlife women have become the most targeted consumer demographic in wellness, how the "natural" hormo...

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36:30

Peptides Exposed: Truth About Lab-Use Compounds |...

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2026/06/03

What if the peptide your favorite influencer is swearing by has never once been tested in a human clinical trial? Michelle MacDonald sits down with drug development scientist Leigh Baxt, PhD for a conversation that cuts straight through the wellness peptide industry. Together they break down how drugs actually make it from an idea to FDA approval, why 99% of them never do, and what it means that the peptides flooding your social media feed are, in most cases, sitting at the very earlies...

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39:48

The Pelvic Floor Fix ALL Women Need to Know | Dr....

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2026/03/17

What if the reason your lifts, runs, or rotational power feel off has nothing to do with motivation—and everything to do with pelvic floor coordination? Michelle MacDonald sits down with pelvic health and performance specialist Rachel Selman for a conversation that bridges the gap between rehab and real athletic training. Together, they explore how the pelvic floor functions in loaded movement, why Kegels alone are not enough, and how women…especially midlife female athletes, can progress fro...

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48:18

Are You Destroying Your Shoulders Without Even...

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2026/02/24

Your shoulders are not invincible and waiting until something breaks is not a strategy ! Michelle MacDonald sits down with Dr. Patrick Denard, board-certified orthopedic surgeon and founder of the Oregon Shoulder Institute. This episode is for every woman who is serious about building strength and wants to keep training for life. Dr. Denard breaks down what damages women's shoulders, why 50% of people over 65 have a rotator cuff tear without knowing it, when physiotherapy is enough and when s...

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57:24

Why Muscle Matters More Than Motivation | Dr....

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2026/02/10

What if the problem isn’t discipline, but outdated health advice? Michelle MacDonald sits down with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, board-certified physician and leading voice in muscle-centric medicine. Dr. Lyons explains why muscle, not weight, is the foundation of healthy aging for women. They cover protein targets, carb tolerance, type II muscle fibers, and why strength training matters for lifelong independence. Favorite Moments 1:41 Muscle Is Agency, Not Just Fitness7:10 Why Muscle-Centric Protei...

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65:21

Women, STOP Ignoring Your Pelvic Floor | Kim Vopni

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2026/01/27

You’ve trained every part of your body—except the one that matters most. Michelle MacDonald is joined by pelvic health expert Kim Vopni, also known as The Vagina Coach. Together, they dive into the often-overlooked world of pelvic floor health and its essential role in female strength, performance, and longevity. From incontinence and back pain to breathwork and bracing, this conversation breaks down the myths and gives women empowered tools to train smarter, lift confidently, and age powerfu...

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67:14

Her Body Was Failing…So She Reclaimed It | Jodi...

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2026/01/13

What would happen if you treated your midlife like the start of your athletic prime? Michelle MacDonald sits down with longtime client and PR executive Jodi Echakowitz to uncover how one woman redefined her relationship with health, aging, and ambition. From a scary brush with brain fog during perimenopause to transforming her body, mindset, and daily habits, Jodi shares how prioritizing her health not only gave her a new physique but a new life. Together, they unpack what real consistency ...

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63:55

Train Your Brain to Finally Reach Your Fitness Goals...

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2025/12/30

What if your brain is the reason your goals aren’t sticking and there’s a science-backed way to fix it? Michelle MacDonald welcomes back neuroscience-based practitioner and communication expert Michelle Baty for a powerful conversation on the Neurology of Goal Setting. As the creator of the Neuroscience of Coaching, Baty breaks down why most goals fail, not due to laziness, but due to overlooked neurological barriers. Together, they explore the 3 critical brain-based elements of effe...

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55:33

Are You Training Smart or Just Training Hard? | Dr....

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2025/12/17

What if your strength training routine is doing more harm than good—without you even realizing it? Michelle MacDonald welcomes Dr. Tony Boutagy, one of Australia's most respected strength and conditioning educators. With decades of experience and over 50,000 programs written, Dr. Boutagy dives deep into how women can train smarter, not harder, through movement literacy, mobility assessments, and intelligent programming. From debunking trendy fitness myths to explaining why personalized traini...

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72:45

What Every Woman Needs to Know About Peak Week, Prep,...

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2025/12/02

Are you prepping for a show or planning your comeback season? What if the difference between winning and wasting your time was strategy? Michelle MacDonald welcomes elite coach and two-time world champion Jean Jacques (JJ) Barrett. Known for shaping champions across divisions and federations, JJ brings a wealth of experience in women’s health and fitness. The conversation dives deep into the most misunderstood phases of physique prep for women: choosing your show strategically, maximizing you...

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75:52

What Are the Secrets Struggles in Women's...

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2025/11/11

What does it truly take to step on stage as a female bodybuilder? Hint: it’s not just muscle. Michelle MacDonald sits down with Loz Vickers, a natural bodybuilding phenom and a grounded voice in the women's fitness space. Together, they unpack what it really means to train hard, build muscle, and create a healthy, resilient mindset as a woman in fitness. Loz shares her raw experiences with body image struggles, recovering from disordered eating, and transforming into a figure competitor...

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49:25

Why Do Women Struggle with Sleep and How Can They Fix...

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2025/10/28

What if your sleepless nights weren’t just a part of aging but the silent accelerator of it? Michelle MacDonald welcomes Dr. Woganee Filate, physician, sleep researcher, and women's health advocate, to tackle one of the most overlooked pillars in women’s health: sleep. Dr. Filate unpacks why women experience a unique midlife sleep crisis, what’s really behind it from biology to social dynamics and how to reclaim restorative rest. They discuss evidence-based strategies for improving sleep duri...

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60:53

The 6 Health Metrics that Could Save Your Life | Dr....

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2025/10/14

What if your menstrual cycle, cholesterol, and even your VO₂ max could predict your future health? Most women aren’t tracking what really matters—until it’s too late. Michelle MacDonald welcomes Dr. Amy Louis-Bayliss, a MD and women's preventive health expert, to uncover the six key metrics that can radically improve how women age. With decades of experience in emergency medicine and specialized training in menopause, Dr. Amy breaks down complex topics like cholesterol, A1C, body compos...

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52:35

Why Clients Ghost Their Coaches and How to Bring Them...

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2025/10/07

Why do some clients suddenly disappear—even when they’re paying for coaching? The answer lies deeper than you think. Michelle MacDonald sits down with Dr. Kasey Jo Orvidas, Ph.D. in Psychology and expert in behavior change, to uncover the real reasons why clients ghost their coaches. From mindset shifts and discomfort avoidance to better expectation-setting and behavior-based communication tools, this conversation dives into the psychology of coaching that actually creates long-term cha...

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52:47

Strong, Not Small: Redefining Women’s Fitness | Lena...

Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald ·

2025/09/23

What if the key to your transformation wasn’t losing weight—but gaining strength? Michelle MacDonald welcomes Lena Cheng, a physician-turned-entrepreneur and long-time TWW client, whose journey from hesitant lifter to competitive powerlifter redefines what it means to be strong. What began as a goal to “lean out” quickly evolved into a full-on identity transformation. Lena opens up about the challenges of breaking cultural norms, navigating injury, setting values-based goals, and embrac...

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