Episodes
5 Things I Would Do If I Were Tired All the Time in Menopause
So many women say they’re tired all the time in menopause. Even those who do exercise to improve health, which would include energy levels, will often say, “I’m tired all the time.” Let me share what I would do, and actually did at the end of 2019 when I found myself recovering from a […]
Simple Ways to Know if You’re Following Protein Rules in Menopause
The protein rules in menopause change. We’ve talked about protein before. But not like this. Instead of a complicated, Smart Scale, DEXA scan-based check your numbers hard line obsession, you’re going to get down-to-earth, easy to hear support for your protein rules in menopause. My Guest: Jordan Robertson is an evidence based naturopathic doctor, […]
What’s Best Total Body or Split Routine in Menopause
Which is the best workout routine for you right now – total body or split routine in menopause? This episode unpacks a recent study by Brad Schoenfeld comparing results from total body or split routine in menopause. The study did not actually address menopause. But if we know we are capable of making the same […]
How to Bounce Back Boldly After You Blew Your Diet
Where’s the next step after you blew your diet? If you’ve done that before you know, it’s a hard spot. Are you feeling frustrated after blowing your diet again? It’s time to Bounce Back Boldly and stop the shame spiral! In this episode, we’ll uncover the science behind why we overeat and how you can […]
Is This Perimenopause or Something Else?
Do you wonder “Is this perimenopause?” Do you wonder what it looks and feels like? Get information on how to adjust and alter your exercise when you are. My Guest: Abby Chitty, a single mom with 5 kids between 15 and 24. She owns her own business as a realtor. We met on Instagram […]
More Simple Strategies for Effective Short Workouts in Menopause
Here are more tips for effective short workouts in menopause. I know some of you listeners are addicted to your arm work. Yet, who has time? Well, what if I could give you arm work that works… without the extra 20 minutes? In a recent short strength training strategies episode I said I would share […]
Sam Palmer's Guide to the Marathon of Midlife
EPISODE DESCRIPTION Today we are talking to Sam Palmer, menopause fitness expert and founder of the Midlife Makeover. A veteran of the menopause industry, Sam is a leading voice on exercise, wellbeing and personal growth for midlife women. Having trained as a fitness coach, Sam is a massive advocate that exercise and midlife can greatly […]
menopause: unmuted: Deanna's Story
In this episode, Deanna talks candidly about relationships, sex and becoming a health coach in midlife. She discusses the realities of going through a divorce while experiencing menopause symptoms, with sleep issues particularly adding stress to this transitional period of her life. Deanna also describes the impact that lowered libido can have on marriage, and […]
menopause: unmuted: A Strong Menopause with Susan Niebergall
In this bonus episode, host Dr. Mary Jane Minkin sits down with online strength coach Susan Niebergall to talk about fitness, particularly strength training, and how it helps support women in midlife. Susan explains ways in which strength and resistance training can help improve muscle mass and bone density and why this is particularly important […]
Create a Menopause Workout Plan for Guaranteed Success
Got a workout plan for your fall success? This year, let’s face it we’ve all been regrouping, pivoting, and course-correcting. Has your workout been a stable presence? My promise in the title may sound big. Yet, if you have a plan you can assess it, adjust it, and keep improving. Without a plan you’re not […]