The 23W Project

Why do so many women feel like they’re doing everything “right” — training hard, eating well, staying consistent — but still not seeing the results they want?In this episode of the 23W Project Podcast, Ange Drake sits down with nutritionist and nervous system practitioner Alice Scotts to unpack the connection between stress, recovery, hormones, strength training and body composition.We explore what’s really happening inside the body when women feel constantly exhausted, inflamed, stuck or burnt out — and why more intensity isn’t always the answer.This conversation covers:- What “wired & tired” actually means- How chronic stress impacts fat loss, muscle gain and recovery- Why the body needs to feel “safe” before it changes- The role strength training plays in regulating the nervous system- How under-fuelling and busy lifestyles can keep women stuck in fight-or-flight- Blood sugar regulation, inflammation and metabolic health- Why lifting weights is about far more than aesthetics- Simple practical strategies to improve recovery, resilience and long-term resultsWhether you’re a busy mum, navigating burnout, struggling with plateaus, or simply wanting to understand your body better — this episode offers an evidence-based and highly practical perspective on training smarter, not harder.Connect with Alice:https://www.alimentalhealth.com.au/@alimentalhealthFollow 23W:@23w_essendon @23w_prestonIf you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe, leave a review and share it with someone who needs to hear it.