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Perimenopause Power Moves: Fuel, Lift, & Thrive in Your 40s

Perimenopause Power Moves: Fuel, Lift, & Thrive in Your 40s

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 This is your Women's Health Podcast podcast.

Welcome to the Women's Health Podcast, where we empower you to own every phase of your incredible journey. I'm your host, empowering women just like you to thrive through perimenopause. Let's dive right in, because knowledge is your superpower.

Picture this: you're in your 40s, powering through your day, when suddenly hot flashes hit like a summer storm, moods swing wildly, and sleep becomes a distant memory. That's perimenopause, the transition phase before menopause, often starting in your mid-40s and lasting up to 10 years. According to the National Institutes of Health's study on empowerment and coping strategies, it brings physical, emotional, and social shifts that can disrupt your life, but here's the truth—you can reclaim control.

Today, imagine me chatting with Dr. Stacy Sims, the exercise physiologist behind books like Roar and The Next Level, who's revolutionizing how we move and eat as women. Dr. Sims, you've said women are not small men—tell us, why do standard workouts fail us in perimenopause? She'd explain how our hormones demand fueled morning workouts, not fasted ones like men do. Protein and carbs first thing build muscle and steady energy, countering fatigue and belly fat. Ditch intermittent fasting; it backfires, leaving you tired and wired.

What about diet? Dr. Sims stresses plant-forward meals with quality protein—think Greek yogurt, eggs, or lentils—to fight osteoporosis and heart risks that spike now. Pair it with strength training three times weekly, not endless cardio, to boost metabolism and mood.

Now, shifting to symptoms like night sweats and anxiety, Premier OBGYN of Ridgewood highlights hormone replacement therapy, or HRT, as a game-changer for many, easing flashes safely when started early. Non-hormonal options like SSRIs help too, per HelloClue's insights on perimenopause challenges. Lifestyle wins big: the NIH review spotlights education, stress management via yoga or meditation, and social support networks. Involve your spouse or friends—group walks or talks amplify empowerment.

Dr. Sims, how do we build resilience? She'd say sprint intervals and heavy lifts twice weekly preserve bone density and confidence, while black cohosh or phytoestrogens offer natural relief, as noted in NIH trials. Every Mother emphasizes holistic self-advocacy: track symptoms, demand culturally sensitive care, and adopt a Mediterranean diet rich in whole foods, per naturopathic experts like Dr. Jenna Rayachoti.

Key takeaways to empower you: Fuel smart with protein-packed breakfasts, strength train smartly, manage stress daily, explore HRT or alternatives with your doctor, and build your support circle. Perimenopause isn't decline—it's your roar era, boosting self-confidence and quality of life.

Thank you for tuning in, listeners—you're unstoppable. Subscribe now for more empowerment. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease.ai.

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