Where Exactly Is Muscle Memory? And Other 'Movement In The News" Headlines

A deeper look into three recent headlines in the body-nerd world. First up, recent research has shown that our skeletal muscles remember training at the protein level - no brain required! This is exciting research and Katy and Jeannette discuss the implications for exercise over the lifespan. Second, they dig into a recent study of uphill walking; the research suggests it is cheaper to take the steeper route, but energy efficiency might not be the only consideration. Finally in response to the online noise about recent changes to the CDC developmental guidelines, Katy and Jeannette explain what has really changed and whether it should have caused such an upset. Enhanced Show Notes & Full Transcript CHAPTERS 02:50 - Muscle Memory 17:12 - Steeper is Cheaper 28:02 - Changes in the CDC milestones 43:22 - Listener Question sponsored by Peluva : Is it inevitable that our body and parts wear out? ARTICLES AND RESEARCH MENTIONED New Explanation of Muscle Memory in Science Daily Skeletal Muscle Proteomic Memory by Hulmi et al (2025) Steeper is Cheaper in Outside Magazine Graded Walking Energetics by Looney et al (2025) CDC Developmental Guidelines Evidence Informed Milestones by Zubler et al (2022) CONNECT, MOVE & LEARN Join Our Newsletter: Movement Colored Glasses Try Katy's Virtual Studio Free for 7 days! MADE POSSIBLE BY OUR SPONSORS: Peluva , Five-toe minimalist sports shoes ideal for walking and higher impact activities, take 15% off with code NUTRITIOUSMOVEMENT Smart Playrooms , design and products to keep you and your kids engaged and active at home, take 10% off monkey bars, rock wall panels and holds with code DNA10 Venn Design , beautiful floor cushions and ball seats that keep you moving at home or at the office Sweet Skins , organic hemp and cotton clothing that is stylish, flexible and designed to move with you, take 15% off with code DNA15 Ikaria Design , creators of the Soul Seat®, a height adjustable chair that allows you to sit in diverse shapes including cross-legged, take 10% of new inventory with code DNA10 Earth Runners , minimalist sandals that mimic being truly barefoot through their grounding technology, take 10% off with code DNA10 Thoughts/questions email us at podcast@nutritiousmovement.com Your Voice on the Podcast: Read The Credits