Podcasts about womens fitness

I spent years thinking I needed more motivation, but the truth is my brain was simply doing its job: avoiding discomfort. In this episode, I break down why so many women stay stuck in the start-over cycle, how pain avoidance disguises itself as procrastination, and the mindset shift that changes everything. If you've struggled to follow through on your health goals, this episode will help you stop negotiating with discomfort and start creating lasting change. Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

If you've been crushing group fitness classes, sweating buckets, and still not seeing the toned physique you want, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down why more workouts, more soreness, and more exhaustion doesn't always lead to better body composition. We'll talk about what "toned" actually means, why progressive strength training matters, and how to stop spinning your wheels with workouts that feel hard but aren't delivering the results you're after.Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

If you're tired of chasing the next supplement, diet, or “health hack” but still don't have the energy, body composition, or health you want, this episode is for you. I'm sharing 10 simple habits that most people overlook - the habits that actually move the needle for blood sugar, fat loss, muscle tone, longevity, and daily energy. These aren't extremes, expensive, or complicated - they're practical, sustainable, and powerful! Let's jump in!Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

If your knees always seem to hurt more on the way down than the way up, this episode is for you. I'm breaking down why downhill hiking is often the real challenge for hikers, what eccentric strength actually is, and how a few simple training tweaks can dramatically reduce knee pain, soreness, and fatigue on the trail. You'll learn the exact exercises I use with my clients to build stronger, more resilient legs so you can enjoy every mile, both up and down.Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

In this episode, I sat down with functional practitioner and Mountain Metabolic Coach Mehvish Khan to talk about the deeper connection between hormones, gut health, stress, metabolism, and fat loss. We break down what actually matters for women's health, why symptoms shouldn't be ignored, and practical ways to support your body without falling into extremes.Connect with Mev on Instagram @coach_mev Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

I used to think I needed to do everything perfectly to lose weight and keep it off. More workouts, stricter diets, more intensity, more rules. But the thing that actually helped me lose 30 pounds and maintain it long term was simplifying everything. In this episode, I'm talking about overwhelm, perfectionism, consistency, and why the “all or nothing” mindset is probably what's really keeping you stuck - and what we can actually do about it!Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

I'm breaking down exactly how to prep for a big summit so you don't learn the hard way like I did. From building real strength and endurance to the mistakes that can make or break your hike, I'm sharing everything I wish I knew before my first 14er so you can show up confident and actually enjoy it!Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

I used to feel like I was doing everything right… eating less, working out more, and still stuck. In this episode, I break down why your metabolism might be working against you and how to fix it. If you're tired of dieting harder just to see less progress, this will completely shift how you approach fat loss for good. Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

I spent years doing fat loss the hard way, feeling stuck, frustrated, and honestly a little defeated. In this episode, I'm breaking down the biggest shifts that actually made it click for me and my clients, without extremes or burnout. If you've ever felt like you “know what to do” but can't seem to follow through or see results, this will hit home.Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

If you don't feel confident right now, it's not just about how you look .. it's about what you're doing.Or probably not doing to be more exact.In this episode, we break down how physical strength builds real confidence, why mindset alone isn't enough, and how showing up, training consistently, and proving to yourself what you're capable of changes everything.

I dive into why fat loss and hiking performance feel like they're working against each other, and how to actually balance both without burning out. If you've ever felt slower on the trail while dieting or stuck gaining weight while training more, this is the episode for you!Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

I used to think cortisol was the problem, but the truth is, it's about how it's working with your day. In this episode, I'm walking you through simple shifts that can change your energy, sleep, and stress without extremes. If you've been feeling tired, wired, or stuck, this might be the missing piece. Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

If you're skipping strength training, this episode is for you. I used to lean on cardio, but building muscle changed everything: my energy, confidence, and body composition. This isn't about getting bulky, it's about staying independent, lean, and resilient for life with a thriving metabolism. And you can absolutely still keep yoga, Pilates, or cardio in your routine. Let's dive in!Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

If you feel like you keep starting over, doing all the right things, and still not seeing results it might not be your plan, it might be your mindset. In this episode, I'm breaking down the patterns I see all the time that keep you stuck, second guessing, and spinning your wheels. If you're ready to finally build consistency and see progress, this is one you'll want to listen to.Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

High altitude hiking can humble even the fittest hikers. In this episode, I'm breaking down what actually happens to your body at elevation, how to train for it, and the biggest mistakes people make before big mountain hikes. If you've got a bucket-list hike coming up, this one's a must-listen. Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

In this episode, I go over how to reset healthy habits after vacation when routines, nutrition, and movement have been a little outside of our normal. Instead of extreme detoxes or crash diets, I break down simple, practical strategies to reduce bloating, rebuild structure, and get back to feeling energized and strong. If travel tends to throw your routine off track, this conversation offers a realistic path back. Let's dive in!Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

Ever wake up feeling like you're just going through the motions and in general feel a little "off"? In this episode, I share how I reset my motivation during slumps and busy seasons of life. From simple morning routines and cutting time-sucks to building community and reconnecting with purpose. I walk you through practical ways to shift your energy starting today, so you can stop surviving and start thriving again.Mountain Metabolic Coaching [Application Link] — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

Rocking Your Body for Summer No Matter Your Size or Age: Rest, Hormones, Confidence.  When it comes to women's health, hormone balance, menopause, perimenopause, metabolism support, body confidence, and midlife energy all start with one powerful truth: you cannot outperform exhaustion and hormone imbalance. If you're struggling with fatigue, weight gain, belly fat, mood swings, low motivation, poor sleep, or feeling invisible in midlife, this episode teaches why rest, sleep repair, nervous system regulation, and intelligent hormone support are foundational for fat loss, muscle tone, and sustainable vitality. You don't need to be younger or smaller to rock your body this summer — you need restoration, balanced hormones, deep sleep, and unapologetic confidence. Learn how on this powerful podcast.TRIMhttps://us.shaklee.com/en_US/julietusseywww.garyandjulie.orgGet Julie's free download, The Prophetic Word for 2026 and her Newest E-Book! "FAITH-FUELED SUCCESS" here:  https://stan.store/garyandjulietusseyministriesJoin Julie in Kingdom Income DIGITAL MARKETING, get Info www.anotherlevelfinances.comRegister and/or join the Community for the Grace Girls & Company Events: www.gracegirls.lifeGET THE Free APP! SEARCH GJTM for iphones (Gary & Julie Tussey Ministries for Androids) on your APP STOREText SOWNOW to 888-364-4483BECOME A VIP! VOICE IMPACT PARTNER WITH Gary & Julie Tussey and TheVoice Inc. a 501c3 Non-profit ministry. All gifts are tax deductible-Give Here:-www.garyandjulie.org-Venmo: thevoiceinc- stan.store/garyandjulietusseyministriesBOOKING:email: thejulietusseyshow@gmail.comThank you for watching/listening  today and please share, follow, subscribe and/or leave a great review for us today. We appreciate you!!c&p 2025 Gary & Julie Tussey  FOLLOW ME ON FB: WWW.facebook.com/julietussey23www.youtube.com/TUSSEYTELEVISIONBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-julie-tussey-show--3245015/support.Thank you so much for listening! Make sure to follow me on social media. 

I'm sharing the unpopular realities behind real fitness transformations - the off weeks, the boring consistency, the plateaus, and the sacrifices no one talks about. If you've ever felt stuck or wondered why progress feels harder than expected, this conversation will hit home. I'll help you reset your expectations, shift your mindset, and move forward with confidence - even when life isn't perfect.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

In this episode, I'm talking about the least flashy but most important part of your health journey: your mindset. If you keep starting strong and then falling off, feeling overwhelmed, or jumping from plan to plan, it might not be a discipline problem - it could be self-sabotage patterns running in the background. I break down the most common ones I see in women and explain why real, lasting change comes from small daily shifts, not big, dramatic overhauls. Let's jump in!Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

Today I break down the truth about boosting your metabolism. There's no magic tea or quick fix, but there are real habits that make a difference. I walk through what metabolism actually is, why it isn't broken, and how strength training, balanced meals, stress management, and consistency can support a leaner, more energized, hormonally safe body over time for women.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

In this episode, I break down the difference between weight loss and body recomposition, and why chasing the scale alone often backfires. I explain how muscle, metabolism, and strength play a huge role in getting lean, toned, and staying that way, especially for active women who want results that actually last.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

I'm breaking down why fat loss isn't happening even when you think you're in a calorie deficit - and it's probably not because your body is broken. We'll talk tracking mistakes, muscle loss, metabolic adaptation, hormones, and why exercise alone won't save you. If you're frustrated, stuck, and doing “everything right,” this episode is for you.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

In this episode, I'm breaking down how to build truly bulletproof legs for hard hikes. If your quads get wrecked, knees ache on descents, or cardio alone isn't cutting it, this is for you. I share exactly why hikes feel so brutal and how to train smarter now so summer adventures feel strong, confident, and fun.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

Ever wonder why you want to change, but keep falling back into the same patterns? In this episode, I break down the real reason habits don't stick - and it's not a lack of willpower. Your brain is wired for comfort, not growth. We talk about the biology keeping you stuck, why motivation fades, and how to finally build habits that last.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

In this episode, I'm breaking down why fat loss feels so hard for so many women, and why it doesn't have to. I share what finally shifted my own body composition after years of doing “everything right,” and how actually supporting your metabolism changes the game. If you're ready to stop fighting your body and make real, LASTING progress this year, this episode is for you.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

I've had hundreds of conversations about New Year's fitness goals, and I'm seeing the same patterns repeat. In this episode, I'm sharing the three biggest reasons most women fail their goals (even when they're motivated) and exactly how to do it differently this year. If you're tired of starting over every January, this one's for you!Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

In this episode, I break down the real reasons fat loss fails long-term, and how to make sure you're in the 5% who actually keeps the results. We're talking metabolism, muscle, mindset, maintenance, and why quick fixes backfire. If you want this to stick for life, this one's for you.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

In this episode, I sit down with midlife fitness expert Heike Yates to talk strength after 40, energy leaks, mindset shifts, and staying adventurous through every season of life. We cover realistic habits, smart training, and why it's never too late to feel strong again! Tune in for an empowering, honest conversation!Website: heikeyates.comConnect with @heikeyates on InstagramFit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

In this episode I sit down with Alex Bornhoft of Wander We Go Co. to talk all things Switzerland. Hut-to-hut trekking, planning alpine adventures, Swiss trail systems, what makes hiking there so unique, and how to do it confidently. If exploring the Alps is on your bucket list, this episode will give you tips, inspiration, and insider insight you won't find on Google.CONNECT WITH ALEX:Website: www.thewanderwegoco.comInstagram: @wanderwegonextBlog: www.wanderwego.comFit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

If the holidays left you feeling bloated, thrown off your routine, or just not like yourself, I get it. In this episode, I walk you through five super doable steps to reset your body and mindset without the guilt spiral or “make up for it” pressure. If you want to feel normal again without overthinking it, this one's for you.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

If the holidays always leave you stressed about overeating, bloating, or losing progress, this episode is your calm-in-the-chaos guide. I'm sharing the 10 simple and actionable tools I wish I had in my twenties so you can enjoy Thanksgiving without the guilt, or constant food noise! Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

In this episode, I'm breaking down one of the most overlooked skills in fitness: knowing the difference between transforming your body and actually keeping the results. If you've ever crushed a cut only to backslide, or felt stuck in a forever-diet loop, this is the clarity you've been missing. I walk you through how transformation and maintenance work, how to avoid metabolic burnout, and how to transition smoothly so your results finally stick. If long-term success is your goal, this one's a must-listen.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

Ever feel like you're putting in the work but not actually seeing results? In this episode, I'm joined by physical therapist and Mountain Metabolic coach Kristin to talk about the one thing most women's workouts are missing. We'll break down how to actually train for strength, physique change, and lasting results.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

Think you're ready for a fitness transformation? In this episode, I break down the difference between wanting change and actually being ready for it. From facing discomfort and taking responsibility to investing in yourself instead of waiting for the “perfect time,” we'll uncover what real readiness looks like. If you're tired of the start-stop cycle and want lasting results, this episode will help you finally lock in and follow through.Podcast Episode Mentioned: Ep. 53 Is Your Mindset Actually What Is Holding You Back?Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. BLACK FRIDAY DEAL ON NOW! 5 SPOTS LEFT!More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

Ever feel like you're stuck in an endless start-over-Monday cycle? In this episode, I dive deep into why so many of us fall into all-or-nothing patterns and end up right back where we started. I share how to finally break those loops with mindset shifts, identity-based habits, and simple replacements that build real consistency without relying on fleeting motivation.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

In this episode, I share how to simplify health and nutrition so you can actually stay consistent and see results - even in busy, messy seasons of life. From cutting through the noise online to focusing on what truly moves the needle, I'll help you create a longterm blueprint for your health that doesn't overwhelm you!Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

I spent years doing everything “right” - working in fitness, training hard, eating clean - yet still gaining weight, losing my cycle, and feeling exhausted. My hormones were wrecked, my confidence was gone, and nothing made sense. In this episode, I'm sharing the five major shifts that helped me finally heal my metabolism, rebuild my strength, and find balance again. If you've ever felt stuck despite doing all the “right” things, this one's going to hit home.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

Ever feel like you're doing everything right — eating healthy, working out, staying consistent — but your body just isn't responding? In this episode, I break down what a thriving metabolism really looks like and how to recognize when yours might be slowing down. We'll talk through the most common habits that quietly sabotage your progress, how to spot the red flags, and what to focus on instead to feel energized, strong, and in sync with your body again.Fit For Hiking Guides  — Workouts to get you trail-ready.Mountain Metabolic Coaching — Fat loss, body recomposition, nutrition, hormones, performance, all with full 1:1 coach support. More Resources — Wellness tips, hiking + travel guides, and blogs.Shop My Favorite Gear — Amazon storefrontFit For Hiking Instagram Bradee Instagram 

Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - 5 Things I Do When I Need a Reset or I've Had a Fitness Plateau Next Episode - The Exercise Crisis Destroying Women's Metabolisms (And How to Fix It with Just 2 Workouts) More Like This - Why It May Be Your Thoughts Keeping You Fat, Tired or Injured in Menopause   Resources: Christy's watchyourwords.com Challenge. Get Christy's Flow Factor book here.  Join the Hot, Not Bothered! Challenge for your best start, restart or reset in or after menopause with 10 Days of coaching, short workouts, and clarity on how to exercise optimally. Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Leave this session with insight into exactly what to do right now to make small changes, smart decisions about your exercise time and energy.   If you are stuck, low on energy, whether physical or mojo, do this everyday in menopause. Warning: this episode comes with homework.  If nothing changes, nothing changes. If you feel stuck something will have to shift. You can wait for life to happen or you can create it.  Know what you can do every day in menopause to get back into your flow.   My Guest: Christy Whitman is a transformational leader and spiritual guide who helps individuals transform their lives through quantum energy mastery. She is also the New York Times bestselling author of The Art of Having It All and Taming Your Alpha Bitch and international bestsellers The Desire Factor and Quantum Success. Her seventh book, The Flow Factor: How to Master Your Energy and Enter a State of Flow is due out September 2025.  Christy teaches the Law of Attraction, manifestation, energy mastery, and soul blending through virtual and live personal development classes, meditations, and private sessions to help clients feel more aligned with the Divine Design of love, support, well-being, abundance, and success. Connect with Christy: Website - Christy & The Council Instagram - @christywhitmanofficial YouTube - @ChristyWhitmanCouncil TikTok - @TheChristyWhitman   Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:09:44] What is your description of energy? [00:11:19] What can we do when we feel stuck? [00:18:16] How can you support women getting their body back into their flow? [00:24:40] What happens when we resist flow and why is it important for women who are experiencing major life changes, whether it's motherhood or menopause, to tap into and stay in flow. [00:28:03] What are some tangible exercises people can do to help bring them out of that anxious or survival state and into a flow state? [00:30:20] What is the relation between the flow state and survival state? Why would we resist flow? [00:34:42] Why would we have an addiction to the adrenal rush of conflict? [00:38:18] Assignment    

Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - The Biology of Trauma: Why All the Right Things Aren't Working in Menopause Next Episode - How to Find Flow: Do This Every Day in Menopause More Like This - 5 Things I Would Do If I Were Tired All the Time in Menopause   Resources:  Join the Hot, Not Bothered! Challenge for your best start, restart or reset in or after menopause with 10 Days of coaching, short workouts, and clarity on how to exercise optimally. Get your lean, clean Flipping 50 Protein Powders to maintain muscle and support metabolism. The creatine I keep in my own routine—JJ Virgin's creatine in capsules or powder. My secret to a glow and a good sweat? The Sunlighten Sauna—my go-to for infrared sauna. Join Flipping 50 Menopause Fitness Specialist® to become a coach!   I'm a fitness professional in every possible way but I still say, “I've had a fitness plateau.” If you feel this way too, this episode is for you. Know how I overcome it.   Need to learn more about how to change those habits to support changes that occur midlife and beyond? Two options for you:  DIY: Watch this Exercise Planning video + pdf  DFY: Join the 10-Day Metabolism Reset (Hot, Not Bothered) Challenge    What To Do Next When I've Had a Fitness Plateau A Week of Complete Change And No Lifting A Week, Month, or Quarter of Change in Lifting Methodology Greater Frequency, Shorter Workouts Add A “Chaser” of Cardio and/or Sauna After Workouts New Protocols    Tune in now for the step-by-step resets to know exactly what to do next when you've had a fitness plateau.

Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - 5 Ways to Measure & Improve Your Menopause Fitness At Home Right Now Next Episode - 5 Things I Do When I Need a Reset or I've Had a Fitness Plateau More Like This - Turning Your Personal Drama and Trauma into Transformation   Resources: Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Join the Flipping50 Insiders Group in Facebook to connect with Debra and other podcast listeners.   Are you doing all the right things but aren't working in menopause? What is it beyond exercise, hormones and supplements? I was at a women's retreat in a sound healing. During the session, I experienced tears and came back to the circle after realizing I thought of my biological father during that session. I hadn't thought about him over the years much at all. Is that stored trauma? Is stored trauma something we all deal with on some level? Is it something that could be limiting our ability to reach a physical health or fitness goal. Is it related to what is blocking our ability to lose weight, to heal our gut, or on a bigger level is it putting us at risk for more serious health issues? We're unpacking all of this today. If all the right things aren't working in menopause, it may go beyond hormones and gut health.    My Guest: Dr. Aimie Apigian is a leading expert in trauma, attachment, and biology, and the founder of the Biology of Trauma™. She integrates her medical expertise with specialized training in trauma therapy to address the biological patterns that maintain chronic health conditions. Through her programs and upcoming book "The Biology of Trauma: How the Body Experiences and Holds Pain, Fear and Overwhelm and How to Heal," Dr. Aimie helps people understand why common health issues persist despite perfect nutrition and lifestyle changes, and provides practical tools for complete healing at the cellular level.   Connect with Dr. Aimie: Book - Biology of Trauma  Facebook Group - Biology of Trauma Instagram - @draimie   Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:06:22] Do we have to remember something traumatic for it to actually have happened to us? [00:07:57] Are both physical and emotional traumas the same in the way they manifest in the body? What is trauma? [00:14:32] Many women in midlife experience unexplained weight gain, fatigue, or hormone issues despite 'doing everything right.' Are you saying past trauma is contributing to these challenges? [00:22:53] Is there a "too late" when it comes to healing the body from these early experiences? What does stored trauma look like inside the body physiologically? [00:28:41] What are the steps to address trauma impacting body composition for women in midlife — like belly fat that "won't budge" despite good habits? [00:33:25] How do you help strong, independent women recognize that “pushing through” might sometimes be prolonging unresolved trauma patterns in the body? [00:35:13] What attachment patterns from childhood can affect our health into adulthood? [00:41:04] If you could tell every 50-something woman one thing about the link between her past experiences and her future vitality, what would it be?

Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - The Truth About Muscle and Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know About the Science Data Next Episode - The Biology of Trauma: Why All the Right Things Aren't Working in Menopause More Like This - 3 Steps to Improve Cardio Fitness and Longevity (at any age)   Resources:  Use Flipping 50 Scorecard & Guide to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes. Join the Hot, Not Bothered! Challenge for your best start, restart or reset in or after menopause with 10 Days of coaching, short workouts, and clarity on how to exercise optimally. Are you burning belly fat or burning out? Get the Menopause Fitness Guide to High-Intensity Interval Training to help you lose more fat and stay on track!   In this episode I'm sharing how to improve your menopause fitness at home and simple measures of fitness with no equipment. Know what kind of difference improving them could make on your fitness, fatness or longevity.  While I say no-equipment, you do need a way to monitor time and heart rate. Though the old-fashioned way works, seeing a digital reading may be easier!   How to Measure and Why it Matters: Recovery Heart Rate (cardiovascular) Single Leg Standing Balance (balance/stability) Shoulder Reach (mobility)  Sit to Stand test (power) Mile walk (cardiovascular- and to a lesser extent mobility)    Tune in and press play, as I walk you through on how to measure and improve your menopause fitness at home.. right now! For the full description of more tests to collect more information about yourself, a set of videos so you can see and hear test test set up, and interpretation charts to know where you stand, grab the free Longevity Fitness Scorecard.

Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Riding Tandem: One Couple, One Mission, One Bike From Mexico to Alaska Next Episode - 5 Ways to Measure & Improve Your Menopause Fitness At Home Right Now More Like This - What They Don't Teach Women About Strength Training and should   Resources: Join the Hot, Not Bothered! Challenge to learn why timing matters and why what works for others is not working for you. Use Flipping 50 Scorecard & Guide to measure what matters with easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes. Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Leave this session with insight into exactly what to do right now to make small changes, smart decisions about your exercise time and energy.   Scrolling through social media, it can be a challenge to understand the truth about muscle and menopause.  This episode evidence-based menopause fitness programming on how to build muscle in menopause, why you're losing muscle in menopause, whether hormone therapy prevents muscle loss, and what research exists on menopause muscle research.  We answer questions by someone who isn't just “doing his research,” but has and continues to conduct studies to find the truth about muscle and menopause.   My Guest: Dr. Stuart Phillips is a Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Kinesiology and a member of the School of Medicine at McMaster University. He is a Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Skeletal Muscle Health. Dr. Phillips' work centers on the interaction of exercise/physical activity, aging, and nutrition in skeletal muscle and body composition. Dr. Phillips is a fellow of the Royal Society of Canada, the American College of Sports Medicine and the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences.   Connect with Dr. Stuart: Instagram - @mackinprof Facebook - Stuart Phillips, Ph.D. X -  @mackinprof LinkedIn - Dr. Stuart Phillips TikTok: @mackinprof   Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:10:18] Does lifting heavier or lighter weights work best for women in menopause? [00:16:34] When do women reach adrenal fatigue?      [00:19:39] Does use of Hormone Therapy prevent or mitigate muscle loss during menopause? [00:21:55] Do women lose more muscle during menopause than expected based on age?                  [00:24:22] How is Zone 2 exercise specifically beneficial for women, in menopause or otherwise?  [00:29:00] Are weighted vests useful for women, in perimenopause or otherwise? [00:42:20] What is the best timing for protein intake? [00:48:10] What's true about pre-exercise vs. post-exercise nutrition for women and supporting their goals? What are your thoughts on women who are under-eating and are training?

Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - From Your Mouth to Your Gut: Hearing Health Whisper Next Episode - The Truth About Muscle and Menopause: What Every Woman Needs to Know About the Science Data More Like This - Take a Walk with a 57-year old Book Author | Just 1400 Miles    Resources: Join the Hot, Not Bothered! Challenge for your best start, restart or reset in or after menopause with 10 Days of coaching, short workouts, and clarity on how to exercise optimally. Flipping 50 Womens Retreats helps you step out of routine, challenge your body and mindset, and rediscover how you want to live midlife—supported by fitness, hormones, nutrition, and women just like you.   Date night for this couple is riding tandem on a bike for 80 days.  Even “uncoupled” and singles will enjoy this episode of inspiration. Disclaimer, you're going to want to dream bigger, take a risk, believe in yourself and have adventures after listening to this episode.  We've got some ideas for you! Check out the 2026 women's retreats here. This episode is about more than riding tandem with your partner. Prepare to be inspired.    My Guest: Lady JB Owen is an internationally bestselling author, award-winning businesswoman, celebrated humanitarian, coveted speaker, trainer, and legacy mentor. She's been recognized by Forbes, Entrepreneur Magazine, and Apple News for her mission-driven work in publishing and impact.  Peter Giesin is the co-founder and CTO at Ignite Publishing, Software Evangelist for Aspiring Authors, Author, and Adventurer. He merges technology with storytelling to empower aspiring authors worldwide. Peter is ambitiously set on a personal goal: to live to 125 years old. He has an unwavering passion for exploring the far limits of living a long and vital life.   Connect with Lady JB & Peter: Website - Ignite Facebook - Ignite You and Epic Tandem Instagram - @igniteyou.life   Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:12:16] You're currently cycling over 4,500 kilometers on a tandem bike to Ignite Humanity - define that.  [00:14:00] What inspired you to connect your purpose with a physically and mentally demanding challenge?  [00:20:00] How has the challenge changed over the years? With age, recovery changes, how has that hit differently?  [00:25:30] How do you stay motivated and connected to your ‘why' during the hardest parts of the journey, both physically and emotionally? [00:35:220] You're proving that shared purpose can strengthen not only communities but also relationships. What lessons have you learned about partnership, resilience, and communication while pedaling thousands of kilometers together? [00:45:56] People are inspired by your ride—what stories or people along the way have inspired you?  

Perimenopausal weight loss may seem daunting to some. We hear so much more about perimenopausal weight gain and weight loss resistance.  If you've learned diets don't work the hard way, you'll identify with my guest. What you may not realize is why the diet isn't working. A whole food, healthy diet will often work for most. But it won't work if that isn't the problem. My guest in this episode overcame a stressful corporate existence, and thanks in part to the pandemic, was able to leave that and 80 lbs behind. Here is how she achieved her 80lb perimenopausal weight loss in this episode.    My Guest: Terry Tateossian, 48, is a health and fitness expert, podcast host, and the Founder of THOR: The House of Rose, a wellness community for women over 40. Terry is an ISSA certified Personal Trainer and Nutritionist, Registered Yoga Teacher, and IIN-Certified Hormone Specialist and Emotional Eating Coach. She is also the host of the podcast, ‘How Good Can It Get'.    Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:04:10] Shedding over 80 lbs at 42, was this the first time you'd tried to lose weight? What had you tried before? What was different about this time?  [00:07:10] What was life before vs after? You have a corporate background, did that end before, during or after the weight loss?  [00:16:01] Any relationship changes as a result of the weight loss?  [00:19:46] How did habit gravity and self-identity keep you stuck at 80 lbs overweight, and how did you break free? [00:23:59] What was it like to let go of your corporate identity and step into a new wellness-focused life?  [00:28:30] What is the significance of the name THOR: the House of Rose?    Why Diets Fail and What Actually Works in Perimenopausal Weight Loss   The Struggles Pregnancy weight never lost Tried 30 diets before age 37 Health issues: hospitalizations for chest pain, prediabetes, PCOS, heart murmur, and more Coping mechanisms: alcohol, overwork, nightly binge cycles   How Terry Overcame Weight Loss Worked with a coach which brought awareness on patterns Admitted patterns and habits  Realized problem was stress and coping mechanisms Learned to ask: “Am I hungry, or am I coping?”   THOR: The House of Rose Retreat center in Tennessee surrounded by roses Represents loving and honoring the body as sacred ROSE = love, divine, highest frequency flower THOR = strength + femininity → union of masculine & feminine energies What to expect? Yoga, massage, hiking, nutrition, and coaching   Connect with Terry: Terry's Website - THOR: The House of Rose Instagram - @how.good.can.it.get Spotify - How Good Can It Get   Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Muscle Mass and Strength Gains After Menopause How Much How Fast? Next Episode - 3 Steps to Improve Cardio Fitness and Longevity (at any age) More Like This Adrenal Fatigue Talk with the Hip Hop Energy Doc, Tricia Pingel Intermittent Fasting: Solution or Sabotage Emotional Eating? How Emotional Eating Can Be the Hidden Reason for Weight Gain Happier Hour | What Wine Time, Sober, and Sober-Minded Living Mean to Health   Resources: Flipping 50 Womens Retreats helps you step out of routine, challenge your body and mindset, and rediscover how you want to live midlife—supported by fitness, hormones, nutrition, and women just like you. Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Leave this session with insight into exactly what to do right now to make small changes, smart decisions about your exercise time and energy.   

If you've ever doubted your ability to make muscle mass and strength gains after menopause, this episode is for you. It's not too late to gain strength and lean muscle mass can be gained at any age—even after 85.   Based on a 2024 Study on Resistance Training in Older Adults by Int. Journal of Sports Nutrition & Exercise Metabolism, here's what happened and the results: Participants:  17 adults aged 65–75. 12 adults aged 85+. Program:  Duration: 12 weeks, 3x per week Structure: Warm-up  4 lower body sets 3 upper body exercises (2 sets each) Stretching Results: Quadriceps strength increased in all participants 65–75 group: 1–18%  85+ group: 6–21%  1RM leg extension increased in all participants 65–75 group: 38% ± 20%  85+ group: 46% ± 14%  Improvements were seen in lean mass, strength and functional activities like chair stands, gait speed, timed up-and-go.   Defining Muscle Mass and Strength Gains After Menopause Exercise intensity is based on decreasing repetitions to muscular fatigue.  Exercise volume is based on the number of sets.   Considerations for Exercise Volume in Women in Menopause Volume = sets x reps x weight or total weekly workload. Start small (1–2 sets, 2x per week if inactive). Build to 3x only once consistent. Balance recovery: not just alternating workout/rest days, but also factoring in life stress. Menopausal women may need 48–72 hours between resistance sessions, per muscle group.   For women post menopause; increasing the number of days per week to reach greater exercise volume can be problematic because of the need for balance with recovery days. We don't mean 1 day work, 1 day rest. It can mean 1 day of high intensity work and 2 or 3 days light or moderate exercise for another type for recovery.   Start Your Strength Gains After Menopause The beginning phases of exercise should last longer for a woman starting in her 60s or 70s. Muscle, ligaments and tendons collectively are not as resilient at 60 as they were at 20. Since most early improvements are due to neural adaptations and heavier weights don't accelerate that, progress at a pace so you know you've exercised muscles but aren't sore or uncomfortable. You're in this for life. There's time.   The adaptive response to resistance training is preserved even in males and females over 85.   Protein & Resistance Training Two drivers of muscle protein synthesis: Resistance Training Adequate Protein. For metabolic health: ~100g/day (for 160 lb woman). For optimal fitness: closer to 160g/day. Protein recommendation for a 160lb adult is 60 grams of protein day. Only 46% of older adults get that.   5-Step Protein & Resistance Training Process: Track your current protein intake. Compare with recommendations based on age, weight, activity. Identify gaps without judgment. Close the gap gradually. Set short-term goals, especially starting with breakfast protein.   Muscle Mass and Strength Gains After Menopause are Dependent On… Relative Strength Training Power decreased significantly after the age of 50 years and was negatively and strongly associated with mobility limitations.   Mobility & Longevity Connection Strength must be paired with mobility to prevent limitations. Key focus areas: ankles, hips, upper back. Loss of mobility = harder to regain later. More… much more on mobility in upcoming posts. References:  Journal of Cachexia Sarcopenia and Muscle. 2021, PMID: 34216098. Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging. 2019, PMID: 30932132. International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism. 2023, PMID: 37875254.   Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Aging with Power, (Without an Outage) with Vonda Wright Next Episode - 80 Lb Perimenopausal Weight Loss After Corporate Burnout More Like This: What Is Sarcopenia and How to Avoid Sarcopenia In Menopause What's Best Total Body or Split Routine in Menopause   Resources for Strength Gains After Menopause:  Join the Hot, Not Bothered! Challenge to learn why timing matters and why what works for others is not working for you. Get the Flipping 50 STRONGER 12-week program for your at-home safe, sane, simple exercises. Get your lean, clean Flipping 50 Protein Powders to maintain muscle and support metabolism.  

We dive into the true science and strategy behind aging with power. We're busting myths about menopause, metabolism, and muscle, bone and talking strategy for women over 40 who want strength without burnout.  Know how to prevent the physical “outages” that so often follow menopause, injury, or hormonal upheaval.  Reclaim control without burning out!!  If you're ready to redefine what aging looks and feels like, this conversation is your roadmap to aging with power—and joy.   My Guest: Dr. Vonda Wright is a double-board certified orthopedic surgeon and internationally recognized authority on human performance, longevity, and women's health. The founding director of the Performance and Research Initiative for Masters Athletes (PRIMA), she has served as a physician for athletes at the University of Pittsburgh, Georgia State, the Pittsburgh and Atlanta Ballet, World Rugby, and the PGA. A highly sought after media expert, she has been featured on the Diary of a CEO, Jay Shetty, and Mel Robbins podcasts as well as the Today show, the Dr. Oz show, and in top publications including The New York Times, USA Today, and the Observer. She has authored five books, including Fitness After 40 and Guide to THRIVE. She lives with her husband, a retired two-time Stanley Cup champion, near Orlando, Florida.   Questions We Answer About Aging with Power: [00:06:24] How did your personal menopause experience shape your clinical and personal mission? [00:10:12] Most women listening are hard-driving, get-it-done, but wonder, WTH happened here. Was it like that for you?  [00:16:34] What do you see for the future of medicine and fitness co-existing with diseases not only osteoporosis and sarcopenia but cancer, heart disease, diabetes, etc.? [00:22:53] Why are there doctors telling women they can't gain bone density after 30. What are the science-backed exercise strategies for aging with power, compared to online misinformation and was recommended in the 90s?   [00:24:36] How much of your work is dedicated to educating physicians about updated science? [00:26:25] What are your thoughts on HRT for muscle and bone density? [00:32:47] How can we help under-muscled, under-nourished women ditch diet culture, reclaim their strength, and find joy in movement again for aging with power? [00:35:59] What advice do you have for women when they feel like they're “doing everything right” but their bodies aren't responding—and how can they start to feel in control again? [00:36:26] Instead of losing 3-8% of muscle a decade after 30, how can women flip the script?    Vision for Longevity – Medicine And Fitness Co-Existing Prevention to become the primary model of healthcare, with disease care as the fallback. Insurance-based care to cover preventing illness. Make fitness and nutrition prescriptions a standard practice.   Reversing Pre-Diabetes 96M Americans have pre-diabetes—most are told “watch what you eat” Building muscle, walking daily, and avoiding poor food choices can reverse it quickly. Diabetes increases Alzheimer's risk; lack of estrogen makes it worse.   Aging with Power Through Menopause – From Exhausted to Empowered   Progress does not happen overnight. You can build muscle at every age.   Reclaim Your Strength Start with walking, if you're starting from zero. Use body weight. Lift heavy or HIIT. Recovery through sleep and nutrition.   Connect with Dr. Vonda: Website - Dr. Vonda Wright Instagram - @drvondawright  Facebook - Dr. Vonda Wright   Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Acute vs Chronic Stress Effects on Cortisol in Menopause and Beyond Next Episode - Muscle Mass and Strength Gains After Menopause How Much How Fast? More Like This - Smart Movement for Aging Better with Lara Heimann   Resources: Join the Hot, Not Bothered! Challenge to learn why timing matters and why what works for others is not working for you. Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Leave this session with insight into exactly what to do right now to make small changes, smart decisions about your exercise time and energy.   

There is no escaping stress but cortisol in menopause changes. With that, your stress response to nearly everything may change.  You don't feel it at first but then there's unexplained weight gain or belly fat. There's less focus or concentration than you used to have. It shows up in different ways for each of us.    My Guest: Sara Banta is a Certified Dietary Supplement Professional and member of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals, helping people take their health into their own hands using cutting-edge natural supplements, DNA-driven nutrition, and real lifestyle solutions. She's the founder of Accelerated Health Products, the award-winning Most Innovative Supplement Company FOUR years running, a pioneer in functional wellness and with a passion for uncovering root causes and optimizing the body's innate healing systems. As host of the podcast Accelerated Health with Sara Banta—Top 10 Health Podcasts & Top 10 Supplement Podcasts—she brings science-backed insights and down-to-earth advice for natural answers. Sara's work is grounded in one simple truth: the body is designed to heal—when you give it the right tools. Sara is on a mission to make vibrant health accessible to everyone.   Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:00:00] What is the difference between acute and chronic stress? [00:00:00] What is causing chronic stress? [00:00:00] Why is this so critical to understand what impacts cortisol in menopause? [00:00:00] How does it affect muscle gain and fat loss? [00:00:00] How is the thyroid related to the adrenals? [00:00:00] How can you maintain and build lean muscle while under stress over 50? [00:00:00] What supplements help get your adrenals back on track? [00:00:00] What lifestyle habits either kill or improve cortisol?   Why Cortisol in Menopause Makes Stress Feel Different   Acute vs Chronic Cortisol Acute stress Short-term, natural response to immediate danger. Cortisol helps survival (fight-or-flight). Immune system goes up. Chronic stress Prolonged, ongoing; body never recovers. Chronic stress keeps cortisol elevated → negative health effects.   Causes of Chronic Stress in Midlife & Menopause Perimenopause & menopause: the stressors don't change, but the response to them does. Common triggers: lack of sleep, poor diet, environmental toxins, over-exercise, emotional stress.   Cortisol's Effect on Muscle Gain & Fat Loss Elevated cortisol breaks down muscle tissue. Interferes with protein synthesis, leading to muscle loss. Promotes fat storage, especially visceral (belly) fat. Lowers metabolism → makes weight management harder.   Lifestyle Solutions for Cortisol in Menopause Diet: whole foods, protein-rich, healthy fats, avoid processed sugar. Supplements: adaptogens (ashwagandha, rhodiola), magnesium, vitamin C or Sara Banta's Cortisol Reset Detox Recovery: sleep, restorative exercise (yoga, walking, pilates), breathwork, meditation.   Connect with Sara: Website - Accelerated Health Products and Sara Banta Health Facebook - Accelerated Health Products  Instagram - @acceleratedhealthproducts  X - Sara Banta  YouTube - @AcceleratedHealthSaraBanta  TikTok - @ahpsupplements_    Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - The New Menopause Therapy: Confessions of a Femme Fatale Next Episode - Aging with Power, (Without an Outage) with Vonda Wright More Like This: To Detox and If So How to Detox: Midlife Woman to Midlife Woman Is Your Liver Preventing Muscle Growth in Menopause? How to Exercise with High or Low Cortisol in Menopause Cortisol and Exercise in Menopause   Resources: On September 1, enjoy Sara Banta's Accelerated Health Products: Cortisol Reset Detox to restore your body's natural stress response. Join the Hot, Not Bothered! Challenge to learn why timing matters and why what works for others is not working for you.  

This new menopause therapy is like stand-up comedy for hot flashes.  My guest in this episode uses humor and truth to bridge the gap between women's health then, now and the future. Her message is for all women on how to address the gaps in awareness about menopause.  If you're a health and wellness pro you'll want to listen to this, the new menopause therapy.   My Guest: Satori Shakoor is a dynamic storyteller, performer, and social entrepreneur, known for founding the award-winning The Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers®. Her career began as a background singer with George Clinton and Parliament/Funkadelic, later expanding into acting, comedy, and writing. She has captivated audiences on NPR, global stages, and podcasts.  Shakoor uses fearless humor and cultural storytelling, delivering a perspective on aging, womanhood, and the midlife experience in her new comedic stand-up storytelling concert film “Confessions of a Menopausal Femme Fatale,” premiered June 12 on Amazon Prime, Apple TV+, and Google Play, with pre-orders beginning June 1 on iTunes.   Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:05:06] How did you begin your career and artistic journey? [00:15:00] Why did you choose stand-up humor to convey a message about menopause and aging? [00:25:21] What do you hope women take away from watching “Confessions of a Menopausal Femme Fatale”? [00:31:30] You attended a gathering with Halle Berry and Governor Whitmer to discuss women's healthcare and menopause, what occurred during those conversations? How do you hope your film contributes to that growing cultural dialogue? [00:36:09] You moved between music, theatre, television, and film—what keeps you pushing creative boundaries? What's next after this project? [00:35:53] What do you say to women listening who may not have tapped into their own creative expression for decades?    The New Menopause Therapy: Breaking the Silence Around Menopause   Therapy Through Storytelling Encourage women to speak openly as part of their health journey. Use hormonal shifts as a source of creative energy. Honesty about symptoms creates solidarity. Turn private struggles into public art. Key Takeaways Menopause can be a time of creative rebirth, not just physical change. Storytelling serves as both personal therapy and cultural activism. Reframing “femme fatale” energy empowers women to embrace their sensuality without shame. Speaking openly about menopause can strengthen community bonds and normalize experiences. Artistic expression can help process and transform difficult transitions.   Connect with Satori: Website - Satori Shakoor Website - The Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers® Facebook - Satori Shakoor Films  Facebook - The Secret Society Of Twisted Story Tellers Instagram - @satorishakoorfilms   Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Running vs Walking for Fast Fat Loss in Menopause Next Episode -  More Like This - Midlife Women's Makeover: Radiate Confidence. Reclaim Your Power.   Resources: Join the Hot, Not Bothered! Challenge to learn why timing matters and why what works for others is not working for you. Don't know where to start? Book your Discovery Call with Debra. Leave this session with insight into exactly what to do right now to make small changes, smart decisions about your exercise time and energy.