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Tips for Losing Weight by Supporting Healthy Hormone Levels
Women's Healthy Aging and Strength Why Hormones Matter for Weight Loss Losing weight—especially in midlife—goes far beyond calorie...

Julie Hodge
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The Science of HIIT and Hormonal Response in Menopausal Women
When it comes to fitness during menopause, one of the most important—yet often misunderstood—factors is how exercise impacts hormonal health. For women navigating perimenopause and post-menopause, the right kind of training can enhance energy, support fat loss, and improve cardiovascular health.

Julie Hodge
May 63 min read
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Why a Calorie Deficit Alone Doesn't Work in Menopause
I need to be clear on this: weight loss after menopause is possible—but the rules have changed ladies.

Julie Hodge
Apr 32 min read
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Intense HIIT Exercise if You're Tired? YES!
High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) has emerged as a powerful and time-efficient workout method, particularly beneficial for women exper

Julie Hodge
Apr 22 min read
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Why Carbs Are Actually Good for You (Especially If You Strength Train)
Carbs have taken a beating over the years. From low-carb diets to keto to carb-cutting challenges, they’ve been painted as the villain b

Julie Hodge
Mar 253 min read
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The Gut-Heart Connection: Why Your Digestive Health Matters
Gut health has deteriorated significantly in recent decades, largely due to processed foods, high sugar intake, and increased environmental

Julie Hodge
Mar 123 min read
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Strength Training for Women in Midlife: Your Simple Start Guide to Aging Strong
As we approach and enter perimenopause and menopause, our bodies face new challenges.

Julie Hodge
Feb 113 min read
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The Power of Strength Training During Perimenopause: A Week by Week Guide to Hormonal Benefits
Feeling like your body's playing by new rules? You're not alone! As a Certified Personal Trainer and Perimenopause Fitness Coach, I'm he

Julie Hodge
Jan 93 min read
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4 Foods to Include in Your Diet If You Struggle With Hormonal Weight Gain in Perimenopause
Ladies are you struggling with hormonal weight gain? You know, switching up your diet can play a huge part in how you feel during...

Julie Hodge
Dec 28, 20242 min read
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Strategies for Hormone Balance Health
Today, I want to share a quick "snapshot" of some essential strategies to support women’s hormone health, including dietary tips, detoxifica

Julie Hodge
Oct 15, 20243 min read
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THE CARDIO CONUNDRUM... (Cardio Over 40)
Are you mindful of your diet, maintaining low calorie intake, and engaging in extensive cardio? If that's the case, it's understandable...

Julie Hodge
Sep 17, 20245 min read
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WHY STRENGTH TRAIN?
Turning 40, 50, 60, or beyond doesn't mean you can't become functionally younger and stronger over the next 10, 20, 30 years or more.

Julie Hodge
Sep 16, 202412 min read
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Walking Versus Strength Training for Aging Women
If walking is the only exercise you do and you're in the perimenopause/menopause/post menopause stage of life, you are setting yourself up t

Julie Hodge
Sep 6, 20242 min read
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How strength training helps peri/menopausal woman avoid unwanted health outcomes later in life.
Maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle can help preserve your strength and balance, which is crucial for preventing falls.

Julie Hodge
Sep 4, 20242 min read
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The Myth of One Size Fits All Diets
A prevalent myth in nutrition coaching is that there is a "one-size-fits-all" diet that works for everyone. Read on to learn a better way.

Julie Hodge
Aug 6, 20242 min read
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Nutrition Fundamentals: Understanding Dietary Fiber
Welcome to my guide on dietary fiber, an essential component of a healthy diet that often goes unnoticed. In this article, I'll break down d

Julie Hodge
Jul 14, 20243 min read
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How to Achieve Sustainable Fat Loss for Women Over 40
Getting older isn't always easy but there are a lot of perks! What's changing and what can you do about it? Read on!

Julie Hodge
Jun 30, 20247 min read
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Understanding Stress and Adrenal Fatigue: A Comprehensive Guide
Stress is an unavoidable part of life, and we all experience it at some point. In today's fast-paced world, we often juggle multiple...

Julie Hodge
May 9, 20242 min read
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Uncovering the Hidden Culprits: 9 Reasons You May Be Gaining Weight Without Knowing Why
You may gain weight unintentionally because of certain things you consume, such as sugary foods and beverages. But sometimes weight gain...

Julie Hodge
Mar 29, 20246 min read
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Uncovering the Different Body Types: Which Category Do You Fall Into?
We now know a lot more about body-types for women than ever before. Weight loss and hormonal researchers increasingly recognize that...

Julie Hodge
Mar 20, 20245 min read
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