Why Muscle Matters

Welcome to episode 15!

On this episode of The Nest Podcast, I’m joined by my sister, Elyse, as my guest co-host as we discuss “muscle as medicine” and why muscle matters for not only our metabolic health and releasing extra weight, but also as a potent anti-ager, a powerful tool to balance hormones, beat  fatigue, boost mood and so much more. 

In this episode we cover:

  • Our background and history with strength training
  • How muscle contributes to overall metabolic health, helping maintain or achieve a healthy body weight
  • Muscle as a potent anti-ager and why every woman would want to lift weights
  • How muscle helps boost energy and heal fatigue
  • Resources for strength training and how to get started
  • Cardio vs strength training and why you may want to do less cardio and focus on weights
  • How muscle helps to balance hormones and prevent, and help treat chronic illness. 
  • The mind-body connection with strength training: meditation + confidence + endorphins
  • The importance of protein and how to optimally ‘feed’ muscle
  • Resources we both personally use and love

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I'm Maryska.

I’m a naturopathic doctor who helps women address the root causes of weight gain, skin issues, hormonal imbalance, fatigue, stress, and burnout by restoring the foundations that support healing — from nervous system regulation and circadian rhythm to metabolic balance, gut health, detoxification, ancestral nutrition, and the body’s natural ability to heal.


My work bridges naturopathic medicine, modern science, and ancient wisdom to help women live in rhythm with their bodies, nature, and inner knowing. This comes together in my signature methodology, The Art of Living — the foundation of all my programs and monthly membership.

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