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Longevity Optimization with Kayla Barnes-Lentz

Longevity Optimization with Kayla Barnes-Lentz

Written by: Kayla Barnes-Lentz
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 Maximizing Human Health and Performance. We discuss: optimal health, nutrition, high-performance, cognitive excellence, biohacking, longevity and more with top experts around the world. Hosted by Kayla Barnes-Lentz.Kayla Barnes-Lentz Hygiene & Healthy Living
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  • Dr. Susanna Søberg, PhD: The Science of Cold Plunges for Women

    Dr. Susanna Søberg, PhD: The Science of Cold Plunges for Women
    Mar 5 2026
    Cold exposure is not a badge of toughness. It’s a stressor.And if you do it wrong, you can absolutely overdo it.In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Susanna Søberg, PhD, scientist and educator specializing in metabolism, cold and heat exposure, and longevity. We break down what cold exposure is actually doing in the body, why brown fat matters for metabolic health, and how women should think about timing cold exposure around PMS, luteal phase, and menstruation.Join the most comprehensive *female-specific community for health and longevity optimization.* After over a decade dedicated to human performance and women’s health, I created this space to share everything you need to know to optimize health and lifespan. Inside, you’ll get access to exclusive protocols, live Q&As, the latest female longevity science, and a private, supportive community of like-minded women.https://kayla-barnes-lentz.circle.so/checkout/become-a-memberIn This Conversation:-Why cold exposure works best when it’s short and strategic-Brown fat, insulin sensitivity, and why it doesn’t have to be “that cold” -Cold vs heat for women, and why “better” depends on the outcome-PMS timing and when to pull back on stressors-Temperature, time, and the real dose-response of cold exposure-How to spot viral claims that sound exciting but aren’t scienceConnect with Kayla:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femalelongevityTwitter:https://x.com/femalelongevityWebsite:https://www.kaylabarnes.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4OLWWn22...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Follow Her Female Protocol: https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.comLearn more about Susanna Søberg, PhD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susanna_soebergWebsite: https://soeberginstitute.com/Thermalist Women’s Retreat With Dr. Susanna Søberg: https://soeberginstitute.com/pages/thermalist%C2%AE-women-s-retreat
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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • Dr. Stephanie Riley Hahn: Pelvic Floor Optimization, Leaks, Sex, And Prolapse

    Dr. Stephanie Riley Hahn: Pelvic Floor Optimization, Leaks, Sex, And Prolapse
    Feb 26 2026
    Pelvic floor problems are not a “just do more kegels” issue.For a lot of women, kegels are either not specific enough, or they make symptoms worse.In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Riley Hahn, pelvic floor physical therapist and founder of Longevity and Pilates, breaks down what pelvic floor dysfunction actually is, how to tell weakness from tightness, and why pressure management and breathing mechanics often matter more than squeezing harder.Join the most comprehensive *female-specific community for health and longevity optimization.* After over a decade dedicated to human performance and women’s health, I created this space to share everything you need to know to optimize health and lifespan. Inside, you’ll get access to exclusive protocols, live Q&As, the latest female longevity science, and a private, supportive community of like-minded women.https://kayla-barnes-lentz.circle.so/checkout/become-a-memberIn this conversation:Why pelvic floor tightness can drive pain, irritation and symptomsThe difference between weakness and tension, and how to tellHow breathing and pressure management change everythingWhat downtraining involves, and what tends to backfireProlapse support options, and when to seek helpOveractive bladder and constipation patterns that keep symptoms aliveConnect with Kayla:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femalelongevityTwitter:https://x.com/femalelongevityWebsite:https://www.kaylabarnes.com/Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4OLWWn22...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...YouTube: www.youtube.com/@KaylaBarnesLentzFollow Her Female Protocol: https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.comLearn more about StephanieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/longevityptpilates/Website: https://www.longevityptandpilates.com/Shownotes:Pelvic floor PT locator: https://www.aptapelvichealth.org/ptlocator
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    1 hr and 36 mins
  • Dr. Aimie Apigian, MD: The Biology of Trauma + Nervous System Safety

    Dr. Aimie Apigian, MD: The Biology of Trauma + Nervous System Safety
    Feb 19 2026
    Longevity isn’t just workouts, supplements, and recovery tools, it starts with nervous system health. In this episode, Dr. Aimie Apigian explains what trauma actually is (not a label, but a measurable physiological response), how the body shifts from stress into overwhelm, and why “pushing through” often turns into years of avoidance, numbing, and hidden internal strain.She breaks down the biology behind the trauma response, including the role of adrenaline, cortisol timing, and how mitochondrial capacity influences resilience. You’ll also learn her practical, body-based approach to creating “safe enough” in real time, plus the three phases of healing: safety, support, and expansion, so you don’t stay stuck avoiding triggers forever.In this conversation:Stress vs trauma response (and what changes physiologically)Why adrenaline drives the response and cortisol arrives laterHow the body stores trauma as patterns, not just memoriesThe 3 nervous system states and the thoughts they generateA simple somatic exercise to build safety in the bodyWhy devices/meds can be bridges, not the destinationUsing biomarkers + wearables without fooling yourselfWhy modern media can create vicarious traumaJoin the most comprehensive *female-specific community for health and longevity optimization.* After over a decade dedicated to human performance and women’s health, I created this space to share everything you need to know to optimize health and lifespan. Inside, you’ll get access to exclusive protocols, live Q&As, the latest female longevity science, and a private, supportive community of like-minded women.https://kayla-barnes-lentz.circle.so/checkout/become-a-memberConnect with Kayla:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylabarnes/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@femalelongevityTwitter:https://x.com/femalelongevityWebsite:https://www.kaylabarnes.com/YouTube: www.youtube.com/@KaylaBarnesLentzSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/4OLWWn22...Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Follow Her Female Protocol: https://www.protocol.kaylabarnes.comLearn more about Dr. Aimie Apigian, MD:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draimie/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrAimieApigianWebsite: https://www.biologyoftrauma.com/Order her Book “The Biology of Trauma”: https://www.biologyoftrauma.com/book
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    1 hr and 55 mins
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