The Daily Echo: Should Women Skip Zone 2 Training….Dr. Stacy Sims on Cardio that supports female physiology: December 31, 2025

Is zone 2 cardio actually necessary for women, or is that advice based on male physiology? In this conversation with Hailey Babcock, Dr. Stacy Sims answers the top questions women are asking about cardio training. Dr. Stacy explains what zone 2 does, why most women may not need as much of it, and when HIIT or sprint intervals are the better choice. Should women focus on lactate for brain health? Are women more metabolically flexible than men? And how should beginners approach cardio without guilt? Want to go deeper? Start here: Microlearning Courses Focused courses on supplements, hormones, and training – each under 3 hours 👉 https://www.drstacysims.com/microlear… Menopause 2.0 Your complete science-based guide to training through midlife and beyond 👉 https://www.drstacysims.com/menopause… Next Gen: Training Active Girls For coaches, parents & teachers helping girls thrive through puberty and sport 👉 https://www.drstacysims.com/nextgen?u… Not sure where to start. Start here: 👉 https://www.drstacysims.com/product_g… ▶️ Watch Next: Continue learning with these related videos: The Truth About Women’s Training & Nutrition | Dr. Stacy Sims on Andrew Huberman Podcast    • The Truth About Women’s Training & Nutriti…   Is Mainstream Exercise Advice Sexist? Here’s the Truth! | Dr. Stacy Sims on Diary of a CEO    • Is Mainstream Exercise Advice Sexist? Here…   Why Women Need a Different Approach to Nutrition & Training | Dr Stacy Sims on The Proof    • Why Women Need a Different Approach to Nut…   👩‍🔬 About Me: I’m Dr. Stacy Sims, exercise physiologist, nutrition scientist, and author of ROAR and Next Level. My mission is simple: stop training women like small men. I help you understand and work with your physiology – for better performance, health, and longevity. 📩 Join my newsletter for updates, tips, and free resources 👉 https://www.drstacysims.com/generic_o… Follow me for daily tips: Instagram: @drstacysims Facebook: @drstacysims LinkedIn: Dr. Stacy Sims 🔔 Subscribe for new videos on women’s health, training, and recovery 👍 Like, share, and drop a comment – I love hearing your questions #DrStacySims#WomenAreNotSmallMen#WomensHealth#FemaleAthletes#ExerciseScience#Hormones#StrengthTraining#MenopauseFitness#Zone2#Cardio#WomensHealth