The Midlife Mount Podcast

We’re not spring chickens… we’re seasoned savages. And that means our jiu-jitsu doesn’t need more chaos—it needs clarity. In this episode, we’re breaking down what it looks like to “spring clean” your game: letting go of techniques that don’t serve you, cleaning up bad habits, and clearing out the mental clutter we carry onto the mats. Because in midlife, it’s not about doing more—it’s about doing...

In jiu-jitsu, everyone talks about technique — but the people you train with are often the real reason you stay. In this episode of The Midlife Mount, Christinna and Courtney talk about the training partners who make the mats safer, more challenging, and a lot more fun. From the grown-ups who roll responsibly to the teammates who check on you when life pulls you away, this episode is a reminder th...

Midlife isn’t falling apart — it’s recalibrating. This week, Christinna shares what it feels like to begin HRT — the hope, the hesitation, the quiet question of “Will this help me feel like myself again?” Courtney reflects on life after significant weight loss and her GLP-1 journey — not just the transformation, but the adjustment that comes after. The part no one talks about. The stabilization. T...

In this episode of The Midlife Mount, we’re talking about hormone shifts, metabolic changes, and the uncomfortable truth that midlife bodies don’t respond to hustle the way they used to. We unpack what’s actually happening physiologically, why weight and recovery can feel different, and the mindset shift required to accept medical support — including HRT and GLP-1s — without shame. This isn’t abou...

We didn’t plan this episode. We didn’t outline it. We didn’t overthink it. We just hit record — because we felt like it. In this open mic conversation, we talk about training, life shifts, midlife perspective, and what it looks like to stop performing and start choosing. It’s unstructured. It’s real. It’s earned.

In this episode of The Midlife Mount, we take on a difficult but necessary conversation about recent misconduct allegations in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and the patterns that keep surfacing in the sport. Rather than focusing on headlines or individuals, we talk about power dynamics, silence, accountability, and what safety should actually look like on the mats—especially for women. Drawing on lived expe...

If we’re being honest… this episode wandered. We talk about resetting goals as life happens, the unspoken truths of gym culture, and the midlife thoughts we all assume are just us. No big lessons, no tidy conclusions—just honest conversation about adapting, recalculating, and staying on the mats when the plan changes. Because if we’re being honest… that’s kind of the point.

Life is lifing, bodies are taped, and coffee is doing the heavy lifting. In this episode of The Midlife Mount, we talk about showing up through icy weather stress, packed schedules, and midlife fatigue—without pretending we have it all together. It’s an honest, lightly humorous check-in on training, life, and staying connected when chaos is the norm.

We’re only two weeks into 2026… and somehow January already feels endless. In this episode of The Midlife Mount, we’re talking about the reality of those first few weeks of the year — the pressure to feel motivated, the slow return to routine, and the mental trap of thinking we should be further along by now. Through a midlife and jiu-jitsu lens, we explore why January can feel like one long round...

When the gi starts to feel heavy, you’re not alone. We dive into burnout, hormonal shifts, injuries, and the invisible family load that pushes many women off the mats—and the mindset shifts that keep others rolling. An honest look at staying, pausing, or changing the journey without guilt.

In this episode of The Midlife Mount, we talk about breaking the cycle of all-or-nothing thinking and constant restarts. It’s a conversation about choosing consistency over intensity, grace over guilt, and staying connected to your journey — even when life gets messy.

In this episode of The Midlife Mount, we ditch rigid New Year’s resolutions and focus on setting intentional, sustainable goals. We talk about why goals work better than all-or-nothing promises, how jiu-jitsu teaches consistency over perfection, and how midlife women can build progress that fits real life — on and off the mats.

In this Year-in-Review episode of The Midlife Mount, we reflect on the wins, the lessons, and the moments that shaped our year on and off the mats. From challenges and growth to gratitude and grace, it’s a conversation about progress, perspective, and carrying the right lessons forward into what comes next.

In this episode, we break down what real flow rolling is, why it matters during the holiday chaos, and how to avoid the seasonal ego spikes that sneak onto the mats. We share our favorite flow-friendly passes, sweeps, and submission chains to help you stay smooth, playful, and injury-free — and of course, we take our normal detour along the way. Cool the ego, keep the movement light, and let your...

This week on The Midlife Mount, we’re taking a holiday twist on reflection with A BJJ Christmas Carol. From the ghosts of tournaments past that still haunt us, to the lessons of our training present, and the hopeful vision of rolls yet to come — we’re finding gratitude, grace, and growth in every chapter of our jiu-jitsu journey. Because every version of us — past, present, and future — has someth...

In this episode, we dive into what it really means to find calm, focus, and growth — even when progress feels stuck. We talk mindfulness on the mats, the hidden lessons in plateaus, and how true mastery comes from presence, not perfection.

Jiu jitsu teaches us so much on the mats — patience, resilience, humility — but the real lessons often show up in life beyond them. In this episode of The Midlife Mount, we’re slowing down to appreciate the people, moments, and growth that jiu jitsu has brought into our lives outside the gym. Because while we may find ourselves through training, it’s the gratitude we carry off the mats that truly...

The holidays can feel like a full-contact sport — between family, food, and packed schedules, it’s easy to lose balance. This week on The Midlife Mount, we’re talking about how to train through the holidays without burnout or guilt. From rolling to resting (and maybe a few extra cookies), we’re finding grace, balance, and joy — on and off the mats.

Feeling burned out or stretched too thin? This week on The Midlife Mount, we’re talking about burnout, boundaries, and learning to rest without guilt. It’s not quitting — it’s a midlife reset. Sometimes the strongest move you can make isn’t pushing harder, it’s saying no and protecting your peace.

In this episode of The Midlife Mount, we’re talking about gratitude — for the gyms, coaches, and teammates who make training feel like home. We’ll dive into what can go wrong in gym culture, what makes a space truly supportive, and why a positive environment is something to be thankful for every day.

For our Halloween special, we step off the mats and into the spooky side of life! Hear listener-submitted and personal ghost stories that are eerie, funny, and sometimes too relatable. From haunted houses to strange happenings, this episode is all about thrills, chills, and the stories that haunt us.

This week on The Midlife Mount, we’re facing the real monsters on the mats—creepy crawlies like staph and ringworm, and the mental monsters of self-doubt, comparison, and perfectionism. We share stories, laughs, and practical tips to keep your training—and your mindset—healthy, confident, and unstoppable.

In Mat of the Living Dead, we talk about those nights when you drag yourself onto the mats completely wiped out. We cover how to tell when it’s worth pushing through, when it’s smarter to rest, and tips for surviving a “zombie roll.” This one’s about staying consistent, giving yourself grace, and even finding value in the slow, tired nights.

For our first-ever Halloween-themed episode, we’re taking a different route. Everyone’s talking about Netflix’s viral doc Unknown Number: A High school Catfish Story, so we decided to join in. A mom tormented her daughter and her boyfriend online for years — a real-life story of monsters hiding in plain sight.

In this episode of The Midlife Mount, we dive into the world of mat-holes—the teammates, training partners, and strangers on the mats who test our patience, humility, and sometimes our limits. We share listener-submitted stories, our own confessions, and laugh, cringe, and learn from the unforgettable encounters that make BJJ both challenging and hilarious. Along the way, we reflect on what these...