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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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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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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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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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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 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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LOVE THAT CUPPA JAVA?
Caffeine has been ‘good-guy, bad-guy’ for years. If you have a high intake of caffeine during your day (over 3-4 caffeinated drinks are too

Julie Hodge
Mar 19, 20242 min read
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5 Reasons for Your Weight Gain in Perimenopause
5 Reasons for Your Weight Gain in Perimenopause! If you’re in peri/menopause and experiencing your body shape changing as you go through per

Julie Hodge
Oct 10, 20237 min read
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How to to break free from your sugar addiction and take control of your health!
While a little bit of sugar here and there may not seem like a big deal, let's be real -too much sugar is like pouring gasoline on a fire. I

Julie Hodge
Oct 5, 20232 min read
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Electrolyes 101 - What & Why?
Electrolytes are minerals with an electric charge that conduct electricity in the body, playing a crucial role in bodily functions. The...

Julie Hodge
Jul 19, 20235 min read
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Managing Hormones, Perimenopause, Muscle, Bone Density
Managing Perimenopause: A blog about preserving muscle and bone density for women in midlife.

Julie Hodge
Jun 29, 20234 min read
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The Power of Strength Training for Perimenopause: Unlocking Physiological and Hormonal Benefits
Perimenopause is a natural transitional phase in a woman's life that marks the onset of hormonal changes leading up to menopause. While...

Julie Hodge
Jun 19, 20233 min read
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Endocrine Disruptors to Avoid for Hormone Health
Endocrine disruptors are chemicals that can mimic hormone actions in the human body, interfere with hormone signaling, and cause health prob

Julie Hodge
May 27, 20232 min read
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Designing Your Own Workout Program for Strength & Healthy Aging!
Designing Your Own Workout Program for Strength & Healthy Aging Over 40!

Julie Hodge
May 19, 20235 min read
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Managing Hormone Imbalances Through Lifestyle Changes in Perimenopause
Hormonal fluctuations are a common occurrence as we age, but with the right strategies, we can find balance and vitality.

Julie Hodge
May 18, 20233 min read
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