Simple Tips You Need to Manage Your Cortisol|271
Fit Girl Magic | Healthy Living For Women Over 40
Release Date: 10/03/2024
Sneaky Stressors Keeping On The Belly Fat |297
Fit Girl Magic | Healthy Living For Women Over 40
In this Fit Girl Magic episode, I’m talking all about when you’re saying, “I’m fine, everything’s fine” when everything is not as fine as you want it to be. Yeah, this vibe might be the very thing blocking your weight loss, stealing your sleep, jacking your mood, and wrecking your energy like a toddler on a sugar bender. I’m breaking down the hidden stressors you’ve been brushing off as “just how life is”—but your body’s waving red flags like it’s landing planes on the runway. I’m talking: 👉Mental load madness (when you are the magic fairy of the house...
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Prolon's Unique Fasting Method|296
Fit Girl Magic | Healthy Living For Women Over 40
If you’ve ever wondered whether fasting is your golden ticket or just another wellness trend that will leave you frustrated—this episode is for YOU. I sat down with Renee Fitton from Prolon to break down intermittent fasting vs. fasting mimicking—and spoiler alert: yes, there’s a difference, and yes, it matters, especially if you're a woman in perimenopause or menopause. Renee and I dove into: How the Prolon Fasting Mimicking Diet gives you food and the benefits of fasting (without white knuckling your way through the day) Why five days is the sweet spot for fat loss, inflammation,...
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Your Diet Is Stopping You From Losing Weight. Here's Why|295
Fit Girl Magic | Healthy Living For Women Over 40
Ladies, we are NOT here for workouts that leave us exhausted, burnt out, and questioning all our life choices. Today, we’re talking about the reality check that hits after 40—when your old gym tricks stop working, and your hormones decide to throw a party you didn’t want an invite to. If you’ve ever wondered why your two-hour gym sessions aren’t giving you the results they used to—or if you’re struggling to find time for fitness in the chaos of midlife—this episode is for YOU. I’m breaking down how to train smarter, not longer, and why it’s time to ditch the gym bro splits...
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Redefining Aging and Beauty in Our 40s with Nicole Meline|294
Fit Girl Magic | Healthy Living For Women Over 40
You know those moments when you catch your reflection and think, wait… is this my body now?! Yeah, we’re going THERE today. This episode is a must for every woman over 40 who’s tired of feeling like her body is giving her the finger. I sat down with Nicole Meline, and we’re talking about ditching outdated fitness rules, reclaiming joy in movement, and actually loving your body—without the “I’ll love myself when…” nonsense. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN: 💥 Why the fitness industry sold us a toxic lie (and how to break free) 💥 The secret to making peace with your ever-changing...
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How Change Your Workout for Women 40 and beyond | 296
Fit Girl Magic | Healthy Living For Women Over 40
Let’s be honest —working out in your 40s isn’t what it used to be. Once upon a time, two-hour gym sessions and body-part splits made sense. But now? Your body’s like, “Nah, girl, we need a new plan.” If you’ve been stuck in the “more is better” trap—grinding out hours of cardio, punishing yourself with workouts that leave you exhausted, or feeling guilty because you can’t commit to marathon gym sessions—this episode is for YOU. Inside this episode: ✅ The BIGGEST workout mistake women over 40 make (and how to fix it) ✅ Why “no pain, no gain” is actually...
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Building Better Boundaries for a Healthy Lifestyle |292
Fit Girl Magic | Healthy Living For Women Over 40
I’m thrilled to share my latest episode where I get real with Elizabeth Strenzel about the magic of setting boundaries. I’ve always believed that my health journey isn’t just about the right diet or workout—it’s about the boundaries I set for myself. In this Fit Girl Magic episode, Elizabeth, reveals her “aha” moment (passing out at her desk!) that pushed her to stop running on empty and start choosing herself. Here’s What I Learned & Shared: Boundaries Are Verbs: Boundaries aren’t just static rules—they’re dynamic actions that help you show up better every day. The...
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The Consistency Code: Your Secret to Losing Stubborn Fat After 40| 291| 291
Fit Girl Magic | Healthy Living For Women Over 40
Alright, Magic Makers, it’s time for some tough love wrapped in a big ol’ permission slip to make your life EASIER! If chasing your goals feels like a never-ending battle and you’re constantly playing tug-of-war with yourself, no wonder you’re stuck in the same loop. The problem isn’t YOU—it’s the way you’re setting yourself up. In this episode, we’re getting real about: ✅ Why loose goals might be your missing link to success ✅ How tracking your wins (instead of your failures) is a total game-changer ✅ Why I will never hand you a meal plan and send you on your way ...
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Healing from Within: Gut Health Strategies for Women Over 40 |290
Fit Girl Magic | Healthy Living For Women Over 40
If you've ever said, "I think I have gut issues, but I don’t even know what gut health really is…"—this episode is for you! I’m sitting down with Megan Hopp, a nurse practitioner and functional medicine consultant, to break down WTF gut health actually is, why your bloating isn’t normal, and how your gut could be the sneaky culprit behind your stubborn belly fat (yep, really). 🔍 Inside this episode: ✔️ What “gut health” actually means (no, it’s not just trendy social media talk) ✔️ Why bloating after every meal isn’t just the way it is ✔️ How stress—yes,...
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5 Healthy Things to Start Today|289
Fit Girl Magic | Healthy Living For Women Over 40
You know that Monday restart you keep planning? The “I’ll get back on track after this weekend” lie? Yeah, Future You is over it. And she’s here to drop some wisdom. In today’s episode, we’re talking about five tiny tweaks that make a MASSIVE difference—without flipping your life upside down. No drastic changes, no crying over a kale salad, just simple shifts your future self will thank you for. Inside This Episode, We Cover: ✅ Why eating more (yes, more) is actually the key to feeling satisfied and ditching cravings ✅ How to lift weights like you mean it (sorry 5lb...
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Keys To Navigating a Career Change| 288
Fit Girl Magic | Healthy Living For Women Over 40
Ready to ditch the corporate grind and chase your entrepreneurial dream? Ever feel like you’re stuck on the hamster wheel of deadlines, meetings, and the “same old, same old”? Or maybe you’ve got big dreams of starting your own thing, but the “how” feels like one giant question mark? Guess what—you’re not alone! Jumping from the structured world of corporate life into entrepreneurship isn’t just a leap; it’s a plunge. Time management, building a community, figuring out your finances—it’s a lot! And don’t even get me started on the fear of sales and marketing....
info_outlineToday I’m demystifying cortisol. Yes, it’s reached the same level as villain status as fat, carbs, sugar, and dairy in the diet world? Well, now it’s cortisol's turn in the spotlight! But what is cortisol really, and should we be afraid of it?
My special guest, Rachel Sanders, brings her expert insights and personal stories that will leave you feeling like a cortisol whiz by the end of this episode. Here’s a taste of what’s on tap:
What You’ll Learn:
▶️ The lowdown on cortisol – why it’s essential for your body and what happens when it goes rogue.
▶️ How to manage your cortisol through nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle tweaks.
▶️ The wild connection between cortisol, messed-up sleep, and blood sugar crashes.
▶️ Practical tips to reduce stress and balance your hormones.
▶️ The secret power of adaptogens and how they can be your cortisol-crushing sidekick.
Rachel even gets real about her own battle with cortisol imbalances and shares what actually worked for her. You’ll walk away with no-BS strategies to level up your wellness game, from strength training to better sleep routines and smarter eating habits. This episode is like a mini masterclass for anyone who wants to stress less and feel better.
💬 Bonus Tips:
How to create an optimal cortisol curve for better health. The role of adaptogens in reducing stress and improving mental clarity. Simple yet effective lifestyle changes to incorporate right now..
This episode will leave you fired up, armed with real talk, and actionable knowledge.
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