In this episode, Melanie speaks with exercise physiologist Clio Austin about why exercise is essential during menopause, perimenopause and postmenopause. They explore how declining estrogen affects muscle mass, bone density, body composition and weight. Clio also shares practical strategies to help women build strength, improve health and prevent frailty in midlife - whether they’re already exercising or just getting started.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/clio-austin-891a1719b/

https://www.instagram.com/menopause_exercisephys/?hl=en

https://www.clioaustin.com.au/

Why chronic stress leaves so many midlife women burnt out and how nervous system regulation can restore energy, boundaries and intimacy. In this episode of Sage Women, therapist and professor Dr Julie Merriman explains why so many women experience burnout, chronic stress, and disconnection from their bodies.

We explore how nervous system dysregulation affects women’s health, relationships, and intimacy, especially during midlife. Dr Merriman shares practical tools including grounding exercises, body awareness and breathing techniques to help regulate the nervous system and restore balance.

Connect with Julie:

Julie Merriman - Freebie: Reignite Your Desire & Fire https://colossal-speaker-6707.kit.com/62dfb355a6,

www.juliemerrimanphd.com,

https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-julie-merriman-wellness-llc-b9a332155/

In this episode, Melanie sits down with business storytelling expert Gabrielle Dolan to explore how midlife women - especially those navigating menopause, perimenopause, hormonal shifts, and confidence challenges like brain fog or self-doubt - can stop overpreparing and self-editing and start leading with their authentic voice.

In a world saturated with AI-generated content, Gabrielle explains why personal storytelling is a leadership superpower. She shares her four types of stories and practical tools to build credibility in meetings, job interviews, and everyday leadership, while using AI as a creative support without losing your unique voice.

Connect with Gabrielle:

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/gabrielledolan/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/gabrielledolan.1/

Universal Podcast Link -

https://podfollow.com/keeping-it-real-with-jac-and-ral

Free storytelling starter kit - https://gabrielledolan.com/starterkit/

Books - https://gabrielledolan.com/books/

Website - https://gabrielledolan.com/