Creatine, Protein Intake, & the Truth About Muscle Building For Women Over 30 with Dr. Shannon Ritchey
Podcast:Scrubs to Stilettos Rating: Explicit Published On: Thu Nov 20 2025 Description: Are you doing all the "right" things in the gym but not seeing the results you want? You're not alone. And chances are, you've been misled. This week, we get real about what actually builds muscle, how much protein women really need, and whether Pilates and Emsculpting are worth the hype. Dr. Shannon Ritchey, a physical therapist and founder of Evlo Fitness, joins us as we cut through misinformation, misleading marketing, and muscle myths with evidence-based clarity. We break down strength training for women, the role of creatine and protein, and why consistency beats perfection. If you're a woman navigating fitness, motherhood, and perimenopause or menopause, this one's for you! In this Episode: Why your workouts may feel hard but still not build muscle What "training to failure" actually means The truth about creatine and protein supplements How to know if your Pilates class is building muscle The difference between fatigue and failure Why soreness isn't proof of muscle growth The optimal weekly workout routine for busy women Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices