#22 – Leka Fineman – Strength Training – Why You Should Include It In Your Plan!

Menopause Matters

January 8, 2023 ∙ 36 mins
Episode 23

About

Here are the things to expect in the episode:

  • The impact of muscle on metabolism
  • How strength training can build bones 
  • High-Intensity Interval Training as a way to boost hormone production
  • The advantage of having a health and fitness coach
  • And much more!

 

About Leka Fineman:

Leka is a health and fitness coach who helps women connect with their strength and learn to nourish themselves so they can feel confident and healthy in all stages of life. She offers 1:1 coaching and leads Women's Wellness Retreats.

 

Connect with Leka Fineman!

Retreat link https://www.lekafineman.com/winter23-retreat-1

Website: https://www.lekafineman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lekafineman/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leka.fineman

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXj7kV3YyO8erYEbC3MtN2g

 

About Jeanne:

Jeanne has been studying, speaking, writing, and coaching about menopause and women's Menopause Journeys for over a decade. She is the acclaimed author of 5 books about menopause, including her international bestseller, I Just Want to Be ME Again!, now in its Second Edition. Jeanne is a certified health coach and personal trainer.

 

Connect with Jeanne Andrus!

Talk with Me: https://mg.menopause.guru/book-invitation

Website: https://menopausematterspodcast.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Menopause.Matters.The.Podcast

Free Sleep tips: https://menopausematterspodcast.com/sleep

Find out how you can take control of your menopause journey!

Schedule your FREE consultation now at 

menopause.guru/consult

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Menopause Matters

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23

Date

January 8, 2023

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36 mins
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    Here are the things to expect in the episode: Going about your sex life during your Menopause Journey. Why “Use it, or lose it!” should be your watchword. You don’t have to have a passionate sexual relationship with a partner to continue to be sexually satisfied! And much more!   About Dr. Jane Guyn: Dr. […]

  • 8 – Rupa Kapoor – Confidence In Front of the Camera

    Here are the things to expect in the episode: Creating a sense of self-confidence and beauty when walking into a photography shoot. The importance of knowing and putting trust in the people that you work with. The value of looking like yourself in photographs. And much more!   Connect with Rupa! Website: http://www.woman-redefined.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/womanredefined/ […]

  • 7 – Carolyn Dunne – Why You Need Your Own, Personal Perfume

    Here are the things to expect in the episode: Why a woman might want her own unique scent. If scents aren’t a part of someone’s lifestyle, how could they get into the world of scents? And much more!   About Carolyn Dunne: Carolyn Dunne, Scent Artist, Jeweler, and founder of Escentuelle, lives her passion by […]

  • 6 – Jill Angie – One Great Tip for Beginning an Exercise Program

    Here are the things to expect in the episode: How does one in the menopausal gears get started with an exercise program? “Letting yourself suck.” What does that mean? An introduction to “interval running”. How can it work for you? And much more!   Connect with Jill! Website: https://notyouraveragerunner.com/ | https://notyouraveragerunner.com/runningstart/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/notyouraveragerunner Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notyouraveragerunner/ […]

  • 5 – Sharon Pope – If You're Struggling In Your Marriage, You Have Options

    Here are the things to expect in the episode: Surviving your marriage during menopause – the answer isn’t always to blow it all up! You don’t have to blow up your life and your family, but you might need to blow up the marriage. Is it possible to have a renegotiation in your relationship and […]

  • 4 – Dr. Stephen Ezra West – How To Activate Your Lymph System

    Here are the things to expect in the episode: Three top tips for helping women during menopause and post menopause. The importance of managing your hormones. An introduction to the lymphatic system and how it can affect our overall health. What can you do to get the most out of your lymphatic system? And much […]

  • 3 – Candice Snyder – Self-care Is More Than a Bubble Bath

    Here are the things to expect in the episode: The value of taking quiet time for yourself. Honoring who you are. (It’s more than bubble baths and wine! Spending time with your dog could be one, too!) Things that you might not want to be doing if you want to develop you purpose and passion. […]

  • 2 – Rosemary Carminati – How To Reinvent Yourself During Your Menopause Journey (Part 1)

    Here are the things to expect in the episode: Navigating the “period of reinvention” when menopause comes along. The things that you enjoy before might not seem as fun anymore! Breaking the norms that were forced on us. And much more!   About Rosemary Carminati: Certified trainer at Elite Mentorship Training Academy, Certified trainer at […]

  • 1 – Dr. Joni Francisco – Dr. Joni's Best Advice for Women On Their Menopause Journey

    Here are the things to expect in the episode: The importance of curiosity to improving your well-being Fear and how it affects menopause The value of education and learning And much more!   About Dr. Joni: I created my FLOW process (Find your way, Love yourself enough, Own the tools and strategies, Wellness practices to […]

  • Menopause Matters – Trailer

    Did perimenopause – or menopause – catch you off guard?  – Weird symptoms appearing from nowhere?  – Wondering who is this person who’s inhabiting your body?  – And most of all, having no one to talk to about it? It happened to me, too! Anger, depression, and a bottomed-out libido played havoc on my marriage, […]

  • Symptoms of Breast Cancer (YouTube Video #389)

    Symptoms of Breast Cancer In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Barbara 'Menopause' Taylor reveals a surprising truth—most breast cancers have no early symptoms. She debunks common myths, especially the widespread belief that breast pain signals cancer, and explains the difference between signs and symptoms. Learn why relying on symptoms alone can be dangerous, and how early […]

  • Sherri Dindal – Being The Real Slim Sherri and new beginnings in Midlife & Menopause

    Many of you will know The Real Slim Sherri from Instagram and TikTok – she is well known for her no- holds barred, unfiltered truths around growing up in the 70’s and 80’s, midlife, life as a Gen X woman and menopause.  I have loved her page ever since I discovered it and so was […]

  • What Stem Cell Therapy Taught Me About Recovery, Mindset, and Reinventing Downtime

    In today’s episode, I share my personal experience with stem cell therapy—and the unexpected lessons that came from being forced to slow down. Whether you’re choosing a procedure like stem cell therapy or suddenly dealing with an injury or illness, time off from your normal routine isn’t just inconvenient — it’s a major mental and […]

  • 193 Can Color Heal You? Dr. Deanna Minich Thinks So 🎨🧠🌿

    Forget everything you thought you knew about nutrition. This episode gets wildly colorful—literally. Dr. Deanna Minich joins Sally to decode how COLOR—yes, actual colors—can shift your health, your hormones, and even your mood. From purple carrots to chlorophyll, this convo goes deep on how to nourish your body and your energy. We’re talking:✨ Yellow for […]

  • Ep #152: Overcoming Gender Barriers in a Male-Dominated Industry with Captain Reyné O’Shaughnessy

    In this episode, Andrea Donsky, nutritionist, published menopause researcher, menopause educator, and co-founder of WeAreMorphus.com, talks to Captain Reyné O’Shaughnessy. She is a veteran commercial airline pilot with over 34 years at a Fortune 50 carrier and more than 10,000 heavy-jet flight hours, including being among the first women qualified on the Boeing 747. She's […]

  • 219 How to Support Your Mental Health and Stop Menopause Weight Gain

    Menopause is a natural part of life, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. I’ve experienced the exhaustion, the thinning hair, the mood swings—and the confusion that comes when you feel like your body is changing faster than you can keep up. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal journey with menopause and the lessons I’ve […]

  • S4 Ep178: Mid-life Nutrition: Tips and Tricks From a Dietician with Dr. Alexandra Filingeri

    Any mid-life woman knows that once you hit your 40s, 50s, or 60s, things will not go well if you eat the same way you did when you were 20. But it’s confusing to know what to eat, and how much to eat, without downloading multiple APPs and carrying around a calculator  My guest, Alexandra […]

  • 164: Emotional Eating in Menopause – The Psychology Behind the Cravings

    Do you get cravings for the foods that make your soul feel fuzzy but your body feel icky? In this episode, Adele explains the psychology behind those cravings, how to make steps away from those cravings and how to be more mindful with your eating. Check out Adele’s FREE symptom assessment here: https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/free-copy-of-our-symptom-assessment/ Adele is […]

  • Thursday Thoughts – Writing a Book

    This week on Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I dive into a juicy conversation all about her brand new book Shiny Happy Singles — or Thrive Solo if you're tuning in from the US. We chat about the inspiration behind the book, what it really means to thrive on your own, and why this message is […]

  • From Midlife Crisis to Midlife Chrysalis: Chip Conley’s Roadmap to Reinvention

    In this episode of Hello Menopause, Stacy talks with entrepreneur, author, and Modern Elder Academy founder Chip Conley about what it really means to navigate midlife. Drawing from his own experience with prostate cancer and hormone therapy, Chip shares what it felt like to go through “male menopause” and how that informed his vision for […]

  • Bladder Issues in Menopause – The Hidden Bacteria You Need to Know

    If bladder issues in menopause are keeping you from jumping for bone density or for jumping for joy. Or if laughing and sneezing or a need to consider hydration needs against access to a bathroom are real life and every day concerns you… we’ve got you today.  Bladder issues in menopause don’t need to keep […]

  • Ep 176 -Restoring Blood Flow for Brain, Heart and Hormonal Health with Cathy Eason

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  • Ep 481: The 5,000-Year-Old Secret to Stopping Emotional Eating

    I’m showing you how ancient Buddhist wisdom can help you break the cycle of emotional eating with more awareness, compassion, and ease—just like I teach my clients. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/481

  • #129: 7 Essential Habits to Move Through Menopause with More Ease

    Midlife doesn’t have to be a crisis — it can be a genuine metamorphosis. In this episode, I’m not talking about just surviving menopause.I’m talking about moving through it with more ease, clarity, and actual calm. You’ll hear a segment from a training I recently ran, where I shared seven essential habits that helped me […]

  • 13 – HRT after 60: myths, facts and finding your own path with Ann Newson

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Menopause Matters

Did perimenopause – or menopause – catch you off guard? – Weird symptoms appearing from nowhere? – Wondering who is this person who’s inhabiting your body? – And most of all, having no one to talk to about it? It happened to me, too! Anger, depression, and a bottomed-out libido played havoc on my marriage, […]

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