Becoming MindStrong

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  Episode 207: Stress Series Part 3: How to Lower Cortisol Without Overhauling Your Life? 02.10.2026 23мин

  So, what can you actually DO about chronic stress? In Part 3, let's get into the “how,” sharing five simple pillars—from fueling your body and balancing blood sugar to prioritizing sleep, building muscle, and calming your nervous system. Book your Free Strategy Session here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 206: Stress Series Part 2: What Cortisol Actually Does (and Why It Matters)? 30.09.2026 13мин

  You don’t need to get rid of cortisol, you need your body to regulate it properly. In Part 2, I will explain the four key jobs cortisol performs and reveals how under-eating, over-exercising, and not recovering enough can push your body into chronic stress. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 205: Stress Series Part 1: Why Stress Hits Harder in Menopause? 28.09.2026 12мин

  We’re kicking off Stress Week with the WHY behind stress in menopause. I will explain what happens to estrogen and cortisol as we age, why chronic stress can affect everything from sleep to visceral fat, and why there’s nothing “wrong” with you when your body starts responding differently. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 204: GLP-1 Series Part 3: How to Support Your Metabolism On (or Off) a GLP-1 25.09.2026 20мин

  Your metabolism needs more than appetite suppression. In Part 3, discover the four pillars of metabolic health: proper fueling, balanced nutrition, strength training, and recovery. Book your Free Strategy Session here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 203: GLP-1 Series Part 2: What GLP-1 Drugs Do (and Don't Do) 23.09.2026 13мин

  What happens when a medication makes you feel full longer, but doesn’t address the health of your metabolism? In Part 2, I will break down GLP-1 medications, their role in appetite suppression, and the important metabolic factors they don’t address. If you're loving the podcast, leaving a review is the #1 way to help other women find it! You can do so by clicking the starts on the page where you're currently listening and (brownie points ;)) typing a few words about what you love. Thank you ...
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  Episode 202: GLP-1 Series Part 1: What GLP-1 Actually Does (and Why Your Body Already Makes It) 21.09.2026 10мин

  What if your body already has its own natural GLP-1 system? I will break down how GLP-1 works and why supporting your metabolism through nutrition, sleep, blood sugar balance, and strength training can make a difference during menopause. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 201: Blood Sugar Series Part 3: 5 Steps to Stabilize Blood Sugar in Menopause 18.09.2026 18мин

  Knowing why blood sugar matters is one thing—knowing what to do about it is another. In Part 3, I will walk you through five practical strategies for supporting healthy blood sugar, including fueling properly, balancing your plate, building muscle, improving sleep, and reducing big blood sugar spikes. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 200: Blood Sugar Series Part 2: What Blood Sugar Is (and Why It Matters)? 16.09.2026 8мин

  Blood sugar is about so much more than diabetes, especially during menopause. In Part 2 of this series, we will break down how glucose and insulin work together and why insulin sensitivity matters for your energy, metabolism, sleep, and weight. Book your Free Strategy Session here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 199: Blood Sugar Series Part 1: Why Blood Sugar Gets Harder to Control in Menopause 14.09.2026 11мин

  If your energy, cravings, sleep, mood, or hunger feel all over the place in menopause, blood sugar could be part of the story. In Part 1, we will unpack the biggest factors driving blood sugar dysregulation and what those frustrating symptoms may be telling you. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 198: Visceral Series Part 3: How to Reduce Visceral Fat in Menopause? 11.09.2026 11мин

  Your body isn’t broken, it’s changed. In the final part of our Visceral Fat series, we’re breaking down why belly fat behaves differently after 40 and the four key areas to focus on if you want to support your metabolism and reduce visceral fat. Book your Free Strategy Session here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 197: Visceral Series Part 2: What Visceral Fat Is (and Why It Matters)? 09.09.2026 7мин

  What exactly is visceral fat, and why does it become such a big deal during menopause? In this episode, we’re going beneath the surface to understand where visceral fat lives, how it can affect metabolic health, and why this stage of life requires a completely different approach. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 196: Visceral Series Part 1: Why Belly Fat Changes in Menopause? 07.09.2026 8мин

  Why does belly fat suddenly seem to become a bigger issue in menopause, even when you’re eating and exercising the way you always have? In Part 1, we’re breaking down the biology behind “meno belly,” including the role of estrogen, muscle loss, cortisol, sleep, and years of chronic dieting. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 195: Sleep Series Part 3: 6 Steps to Better Sleep in Menopause 04.09.2026 13мин

  Better sleep in menopause isn’t about finding one magic supplement or forcing yourself into another impossible routine. In Part 3, we’re breaking down six practical strategies that address the bigger picture: adequate nutrition, blood sugar balance, caffeine and alcohol, movement, your sleep environment, and supplements when appropriate. It’s time to stop simply telling yourself you “should” sleep more and start understanding how to support your body toward better sleep. Check out my (free) ...
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  Episode 194: Sleep Series Part 2: How Sleep Impacts Your Body Composition in Menopause? 02.09.2026 10мин

  Sleep isn’t just about having more energy the next day. In menopause, it can impact much more than you realize. In Part 2, we’re diving into what happens under the surface when you’re not getting enough sleep, from disrupted hunger hormones and blood sugar to impaired muscle recovery, elevated cortisol, and the factors that can make body composition goals harder. If you're loving the podcast, leaving a review is the #1 way to help other women find it! You can do so by clicking the starts on ...
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  Episode 193: Sleep Series Part 1: Why Menopause Wrecks Your Sleep? 31.08.2026 9мин

  Waking up in the middle of the night and wondering, “Why am I wide awake?” is incredibly common in menopause. In Part 1 of this three-part series, we’re breaking down the four major factors that can disrupt your sleep: declining estrogen, declining progesterone, nighttime blood sugar and cortisol changes, and hot flashes. Understanding the “why” is the first step toward knowing what to do next. If you prefer video, you can always watch the podcast on our YouTube channel here: https://www.y...
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  Episode 192: Hunger Series Part 5: The Science Behind Hunger vs. Cravings 28.08.2026 16мин

  Not every urge to eat means your body needs fuel. In this final episode, we unpack the difference between hunger and cravings, how sleep, stress, emotions, environment, blood sugar swings, and restriction can influence what you want to eat and how to figure out what your body is actually asking for. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 191: Hunger Series Part 4: Insulin Explained (The Most Misunderstood Hormone in Weight Loss) 26.08.2026 11мин

  Why does managing hunger and weight suddenly feel so much harder after 40? One piece of the puzzle is how your body responds to insulin as estrogen changes during menopause. In Part 4 of the Hunger Series, we’re unpacking insulin sensitivity and how nutrition, movement, muscle, and even sleep can support more stable blood sugar. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 190: Hunger Series Part 3: GLP-1 Explained (Your Natural Hormone vs. the Drug) 24.08.2026 14мин

  GLP-1 medications have changed the weight-loss conversation, but how much do we really understand about what they’re doing in the body? In Part 3 of our Hunger Hormones 101 series, we’re breaking down natural GLP-1, GLP-1 medications, appetite suppression, and what happens to your metabolism along the way. If you’ve wondered whether GLP-1 is the answer or whether there’s another path, this episode is for you. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause an...
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  Episode 189: Hunger Series Part 2: Why You're Never Hungry (Ghrelin & Leptin Explained) 21.08.2026 11мин

  Hunger isn’t the enemy. It’s communication from your body. In our Hunger Series Part 2, we explore how chronic under-eating can disrupt ghrelin and leptin and why slowly giving your body more of what it needs may help restore those hunger and fullness signals. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com
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  Episode 188: Hunger Hormones 101: The Hormones That Control When You Eat 19.08.2026 17мин

  Why does hunger sometimes feel impossible to control, especially during menopause? In Part 1 of Hunger Series, we break down the four key hunger hormones: ghrelin, leptin, insulin, and GLP-1 and how nutrition, sleep, stress, and dieting can influence them. Check out my (free) workshop, How to Fire Up Your Metabolism in Menopause and Beyond right here: www.MindStrongFitness.com