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Midlife Conversations with Natalie Jill

Midlife Conversations with Natalie Jill

By: Natalie Jill
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 Welcome to Midlife Conversations. On this podcast Natalie Jill does what she does best - taking complicated information that is relevant to us (women entering Midlife) NOW, and breaking it down simply with actionable steps you can implement to level up your life in your BEST YEARS to come. I also regularly interview some of the most inspiring people living their best Midlife years. On this show, I cover topics about our shifting hormones, weight struggles, our mood and focus changes, raising teenagers, our relationships, career changes, beauty and more. If you are new here, Natalie Jill encourage's you to go back and listen from episode one, when this podcast was previously called “Listen UP” for the full transformative experience! Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Development Personal Success
Episodes
  • 475: The Biggest Loser Trainer Reveals What Really Happened Behind the Scenes (It's Not What You Think) with Kim Lyons

    475: The Biggest Loser Trainer Reveals What Really Happened Behind the Scenes (It's Not What You Think) with Kim Lyons
    Aug 29 2025

    Did the reality TV show Biggest Loser permanently damage contestants' metabolisms, or is that just another excuse we tell ourselves?

    In this episode, we dive into the behind-the-scenes world of The Biggest Loser with former trainer Kim Lyons. Kim breaks her silence after years of staying quiet and shares her firsthand experiences from seasons three and four, and reveals what really happened behind the cameras, why the "damaged metabolism" theory makes her blood boil, and the shocking truth about why contestants really gained their weight back.

    Kim doesn't hold back as she exposes the difference between what made good TV versus what actually worked for weight loss, shares the real calorie numbers contestants were eating (spoiler: they weren't starving), and explains why she's tired of hearing medical experts who know nothing about the behind-the-scenes reality give opinions about the show.

    From the dangerous challenges that actually concerned her to the environmental factors that determined long-term success, this episode will change everything you think you know about extreme weight loss, metabolism, and what's really possible for transformation.

    Plus, Kim shares her controversial take on the current GLP-1 craze and why she believes the future of weight loss looks completely different than what we're seeing in Hollywood right now.

    Catch the full episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://bit.ly/MidlifeConversationsYouTube

    Learn More About Kim Lyons:

    Instagram ➜ https://www.instagram.com/trainerkimlyons

    Website ➜ http://kimlyons.com/

    Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations!

    • Mastering the Midlife Midsection Guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/

    • Age Optimizing and Supplement Guide: https://ageoptimizer.com

    Connect with me on social media!

    Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit

    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit

    For advertising inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/



    Disclaimer: Information provided in the Midlife Conversations podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before making any changes to your current regimen.

    Information provided in this podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast does not create a client-patient relationship between you and the host of Midlife Conversations or you and any doctor or provider interviewed and featured on this show. Information and statements may have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.

    Advertising Disclosure: Some episodes of Midlife Conversations may be sponsored by products or services discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation for such advertisements or if you purchase products through affiliate links. Opinions expressed about products or services are those of the host and/or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any sponsor. Sponsorship does not imply endorsement of any product or service by healthcare professionals featured on this podcast.
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • 474: Why I Chose Disc Replacement Over Spinal Fusion + 5 Weeks Post-Surgery Reality Check with Dr. Jared Ament

    474: Why I Chose Disc Replacement Over Spinal Fusion + 5 Weeks Post-Surgery Reality Check with Dr. Jared Ament
    Aug 26 2025
    Five weeks ago, I could barely sit without pain. Bending over to brush my teeth required a strategic plan involving core activation and glute squeezing. Sneezing meant grabbing onto furniture for dear life. Today? I'm sitting comfortably having this conversation with my neurosurgeon about why disc replacement surgery changed everything. In this episode, join me and Dr. Jared Ament as we dive deep into the world of motion-preserving spine surgery. You'll discover why spinal fusion became the "standard of care" (hint: it wasn't because it was the best option), how disc replacement technology has evolved to achieve 96% success rates, and why insurance companies still call a procedure with 20+ years of data "experimental." Dr. Ament reveals the shocking truth about why most surgeons don't offer disc replacement, the real recovery differences between fusion and motion preservation, and what actually happens when you go "through the stomach" for spine surgery. We also tackle the controversial emotional vs. mechanical pain debate, discuss when stem cells actually help (and when they don't), and explore why chronic NSAID use might be sabotaging your healing. Whether you or a loved one suffer from degenerative disc disease, bulging or ruptured discs, this episode is packed with valuable insights from both a patient's and a surgeon’s perspective. Also, discover the benefits of nootropics in surgical recovery and daily cognitive function. Catch the full episode on YOUTUBE HERE: https://bit.ly/MidlifeConversationsYouTube Learn More About Dr. Jared Ament: Instagram ➜ https://www.instagram.com/drjaredament Website ➜ https://www.nsg-la.com/ Episode Links: Consult ➜ Reach out to: office@nsg-la.com Axon Mastermind ➜ www.AxonMd.com For the episode Natalie referenced on a Genius Life go to: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-genius-life/id1379050662?i=1000698582182 Thank you to our show sponsors! QUALIA SENOLYTIC: Experience the science of feeling younger—go to http://qualialife.com/nataliejill for up to 50% off your purchase of Qualia Senolytic and use code NATALIEJILL for an additional 15%. FRESH PRESSED OLIVE OIL: Try a bottle of the world’s most delicious artisanal olive oils direct from gold-medal-winning small farms for just $1 and taste the difference yourself https://GetFreshNatalieJill.com Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations! Mastering the Midlife Midsection Guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/ Age Optimizing and Supplement Guide: https://ageoptimizer.com Connect with me on social media! Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit For advertising inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ Disclaimer: Information provided in the Midlife Conversations podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before making any changes to your current regimen. Information provided in this podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast does not create a client-patient relationship between you and the host of Midlife Conversations or you and any doctor or provider interviewed and featured on this show. Information and statements may have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease. Advertising Disclosure: Some episodes of Midlife Conversations may be sponsored by products or services discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation for such advertisements or if you purchase products through affiliate links. Opinions expressed about products or services are those of the host and/or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any sponsor. Sponsorship does not imply endorsement of any product or service by healthcare professionals featured on this podcast.
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • 473: Midlife Health Secrets: From Autoimmune to Fitness Overhauls

    473: Midlife Health Secrets: From Autoimmune to Fitness Overhauls
    Aug 22 2025

    Today, we turned the mics around and I am being interviewed! Helen Fritsch, an accomplished author, host of the Age is Irrelevant podcast, flight attendant, and competitive athlete living her best life in her mid-sixties interviews ME. We dive into various topics including aging, diet, nutrition, injuries, and what it takes for women to be healthy, happy, and thriving in midlife and beyond. I share my personal journey, including my numerous surgeries, experiences with autoimmune diseases, the brutal truth about toxic load, why everything you've tried for weight loss has failed, the three inflammation triggers keeping you stuck, and insights on fitness and diet adjustments as we age. Join us for an engaging and informative discussion with the exact steps I use to help women become their own health detectives.

    Learn More About Helen Fritsch:

    Instagram ➜ https://www.instagram.com/helenfritsch_ifbbpro

    Website ➜ https://www.ageisirrelevant.com/

    Free Gifts for being a listener of Midlife Conversations!

    • Mastering the Midlife Midsection Guide: https://theflatbellyguide.com/

    • Age Optimizing and Supplement Guide: https://ageoptimizer.com

    Connect with me on social media!

    Instagram: www.Instagram.com/Nataliejllfit

    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Nataliejillfit

    For advertising inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/



    Disclaimer: Information provided in the Midlife Conversations podcast is for informational purposes only. This information is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional. Do not use the information provided in this podcast for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before making any changes to your current regimen.

    Information provided in this podcast and the use of any products or services related to this podcast does not create a client-patient relationship between you and the host of Midlife Conversations or you and any doctor or provider interviewed and featured on this show. Information and statements may have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent ANY disease.

    Advertising Disclosure: Some episodes of Midlife Conversations may be sponsored by products or services discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation for such advertisements or if you purchase products through affiliate links. Opinions expressed about products or services are those of the host and/or guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of any sponsor. Sponsorship does not imply endorsement of any product or service by healthcare professionals featured on this podcast.
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    58 mins
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