Stronger by Design for Women with Michelle MacDonald

We women have been traveling in some murky waters. When it comes to our health, we’ve often been misled instead of given the right information. It’s time to change the conversation around women’s health and forget what we think we know, and my guest today is leading the way. Dr. Jen Gunter is not just an OBGYN but a myth buster and vocal critic of pseudoscience and misinformation in women’s health...

Ever wonder how to balance proper nutrition and working out with all the challenges of a changing body during pregnancy? In this episode of the Wonder Women podcast we sit down with Sara Pertusati, a devoted fitness enthusiast and Wonder Women client athlete, who shares her experience through pregnancy while staying true to her fitness goals. From adjusting her workouts to managing dietary changes...

In this power-packed episode of the Wonder Women Podcast, host Michelle is joined by World Champion powerlifters Marisa Inda and Jen Thompson, who share not just their triumphs on the platform as World Champions but also their insights, experiences, and strategies for thriving in the sport after the age of forty. Marisa and Jen reveal their approaches to training, competing, and managing injuries...

Amanda Thebe, sets the menopause narrative on fire in this episode of The Wonder Women Podcast.  With over 30 years in the fitness industry and a deep understanding of the field of menopause transition, Amanda brings a wealth of knowledge and personal experience to the show. She is the author of the book "The Menopocalypse", host of the "With All Due Respect" podcast, and found...

Two more amazing Wonder Women coaches, Ruby Goldin and Melissa McKenzie, join Michelle in this episode to share their unique journeys from the time they started as TWW clients, to becoming transformative and empowering coaches.   You will learn about their perspectives on mindset, adaptation, and growth both in and out of the gym. Be ready to be inspired, motivated and educated about what it takes...

Get ready for an empowering ride in this episode of the Wonder Women Podcast! Michelle teams up with the dynamic Dr. Stacy Sims, a trailblazer in women's health and fitness. This episode isn't just a talk; it  answers the burning question: How can women shatter fitness norms and truly own their strength? Dr. Stacy Sims, the powerhouse behind "Roar" and the soon-to-be-released &...

In this enlightening episode of the Wonder Women podcast, Michelle MacDonald brings together two of her remarkable online personal training coaches at The Wonder Women, Janelle Marks and Carolyn Pruemer. Janelle and Carolyn share their inspiring journeys and insights into the world of transformation coaching and why it became such a significant calling in their lives. The conversation dives into t...

Wonder Women Podcast: Hormones Demystified! ‍♀️Hey girls! Get ready to level up your health knowledge with episode 6 of the Wonder Women podcast! This week, our host Michelle hangs out with Victoria Felkar, an expert on all things strength, fitness, and FEMALE HORMONES! Victoria drops some serious knowledge bombs, sharing her journey from athlete to researcher and delving into the fascinating worl...

If inspiration is what you seek, Episode 5 of The Wonder Women podcast has your fix. Four amazing TWW members join Michelle and share their journeys to jaw dropping fitness transformations, beginning in their 40s, 50s and 60s. They all prove that when you reach a point in your life when your need for change is greater than your resistance to it, anything is possible! Our amazing roundtable of athl...

The Wonder Women Podcast delves deep into the topic of achieving good gut health. In episode 4, Michelle chats with author, international speaker, and gut health expert Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro. Together, they reveal the answers to the increasingly popular questions: What does it mean to have a healthy gut? And how do you improve gut health the right way? Dr. Fundaro is the founder of the telehealth...

The Wonder Women Podcast heats up in Episode 3 as Michelle and expert guest Professor Annice Mukherjee do a deep dive into the subject of menopause and the truth surrounding hormone replacement therapy. Professor Mukherjee is a world-renowned endocrinologist and the author of The Complete Guide to Menopause. She serves on the Medical Advisory Council of the British Menopause Society as well as The...

In the much anticipated Episode 2 of The Wonder Women Podcast, Michelle talks with amazing late-life transformation story and mom, Joan MacDonald, along with husband and Tulum Strength Club partner, Jean-Jacques Barrett. Together they recount the wake-up call and family support that turned Joan from a 70 year old, 198 pound woman fearing a life of limited options and declining health, into an icon...

The Wonder Women Official podcast is here! In this episode, Michelle sits down with 2023 WBFF Miss Fitness USA Champion and 2016 WBFF World Champion Hattie Boydle as they discuss the importance of having a healthy mindset, doing our best to win each day, overcoming fears and facing challenges, and much more!  Check out Hattie here: https://www.instagram.com/hattieboydle/ Check out Hattie's Po...