Women’s Fitness & Health Revolution Podcast

Every month, Fit After 40 members get access to an Educational Webinar. In the past we've deep dove into protein, mobility, pelvic health, and MORE. Today's podcast is a recording from our May Webinar with Metabolic Health & Weight Loss Coach Brandi Sheehan .  She busts through 4 of the biggest diet Myths that have wrecked havoc on our metabolisms for decades. I had to share this webinar with...

Today we talk the 6 principles of Strength Training (and muscle build). Spoiler: while the ep is titled "in Perimenopause & Beyond," these principles apply at every age and stage of life! You don't have to do these perfectly, but to see lasting results over a lifetime, we do need to be incorporating all 6 of these principles at all times. We also chat about: How group fitness tends to get thes...

Today, we are talking the Top 10 Tips for getting started with Fitness in Perimenopause & Beyond. This list is a culmination of things I have learned the hard way (aka the biggest mistakes I've made that affected my health, happiness, and gains), plus mistakes my clients have made that have wasted time, money, and energy + how to avoid them. A lot of the list comes from unlearning a lot of wha...

Today's podcast is a straight-up Menopause Masterclass. It is a recording from a Live Webinar featuring 4 Menopause Experts from 4 different backgrounds. In this Webinar, each of the experts asks the others one question they have either always wanted to know or know their clients should know, but didn't know to ask.   The Experts: Sara Larson : Menopause Educator, Advocate, & Coach Dr. Christa...

Today we are talking the 4 steps to take one at a time to set your body up for success in perimenopause and beyond. Good news - you don't have to wait till perimenopause to get started, and honestly, the sooner the better! This is a must listen for anyone looking to take care of their body. At the end of the day, our bodies are our machines. The way we move them, fuel them, care for them, it dicta...

Struggling with what feels like a sluggish metabolism? Entered into midlife and feel like suddenly everything is different (and harder)? Ever wonder how the h your metabolism ACTUALLY works?   Today we break down what our metabolism actually is. How can we support something we don't understand?   Then Women's Metabolic and Weight Loss Coach Brandi Sheehan breaks down the number one thing you can s...

In this episode, Coach Kinsey interviews Sarah Larson, a menopause coach, educator, and speaker, about the importance of menopause coaching, how to find the right care, and supporting women through this transformative stage of life. They discuss the benefits of personalized support, navigating healthcare, and building community for better health and confidence during menopause.   Join our Expert "...

Today we explore the significance of menopause beyond gynecological issues, emphasizing its role in human evolution, community support, and women's power.   We discuss the grandmother hypothesis, societal contributions of post-menopausal women, and the importance of recognizing women's value at all life stages.   00:00 Introduction to the Month of Mamas 03:14 Understanding Menopause Beyond Gynecol...

Have you ever wondered if it's actually safe to work out while pregnant — or when it's okay to get back to the gym after having a baby?   In this must-listen episode of the Fit After 40 Women's Fitness & Health Revolution Podcast, Coach Kinsey sits down with certified prenatal and postpartum fitness specialist Coach Anna Hultgren — just in time for Mother's Day!   Anna breaks down everything y...

Our pelvic floor is one of the most important parts of your body, that changes throughout a woman's life — and chances are, nobody ever taught you about it. Today that changes.   I'm joined by Dr. Jess Blaisdell, Doctor of Physical Therapy and pelvic health specialist, and we are diving into everything you didn't know you wished you'd learned sooner about your pelvic floor. Whether you're postpart...

Can you get up off the floor without using your hands? Walk faster than a leisurely stroll? Balance on one leg for 30 seconds? These five simple tests reveal more about your long-term health than most the information we get in our day to day. Tune in to find out how you stack up — and exactly what to do about it.   Some tests you'll crush. Some may humble you. They are all information to help us g...

Your period is not just a monthly inconvenience — it's one of the most powerful indicators of your overall health. And if something is off with your cycle, your body is trying to tell you something.   In this episode of Fit After 40, host Kinsey sits back down with former professional soccer player and accomplished coach, founder of The Archive Agency, and co-creator of the Femme Forum, Dani Foxho...

You started strength training — now what? In this episode, I'm walking you through exactly what to expect in your first 30, 60, and 90 days of strength training. From the early nervous system wins you'll feel before you ever see a change in the mirror, to the moment your body starts building real muscle and your everyday life starts to feel different — this is your realistic, no-BS roadmap. We're...

In this episode, Coach Kinsey shares insights on workout routines, mindset shifts, and answering listener questions about weight lifting straps, impossible protein goals, and supplements for women over 40. Discover practical tips for sustainable health habits and personal growth.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Fit After 40 Podcast 02:25 Kinsey's Personal Fitness Journey 13:53 Addressing List...

In this episode, Coach Kinsey shares insights from her webinar on menopause, muscle, and metabolism, focusing on how women can support their metabolic health during midlife through strength training, hormonal understanding, and lifestyle changes.   Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Webinar Context 03:18 What is Menopause? Duration and Phases 05:15 Hormonal Fluctuations and Paramenopause 09:27 The Ro...

In this episode, Coach Kinsey interviews Dani Foxhoven about her journey from professional athlete to sports advocate and entrepreneur. They explore the growth of women's sports, pay disparities, community impact, and future opportunities in female athletics.   Chapters! 00:00 Introduction to Women's Sports and Health 03:02 Dani Foxhoven's Journey in Sports 06:10 The Importance of Mentorship and C...

Are you constantly jumping from one workout program to the next, wondering why nothing ever sticks? In this episode, we're getting real about the number one reason women in midlife — and honestly, people in general — never reach their fitness goals.   If you've ever tried a 30-day challenge, cut carbs, gone keto, switched to pilates, slashed calories, bounced between HIIT and yoga and cycling — on...

If you've been chalking up your achy joints, stiffness, and limited range of motion to "just getting older" — this episode is about to change the way you think about your body.   In this episode of Fit After 40, we're breaking down everything you need to know about mobility: what it actually is (hint: it's not the same as flexibility), why it becomes especially critical during perimenopause and me...

AI is everywhere — including your gym bag. In this episode we break down exactly how artificial intelligence is reshaping the experience of being a first-time gym-goer: what beginners are actually using it for, where it's genuinely leveling the playing field, and where it's quietly setting people up to fail. We cover why AI is brilliant at removing the intimidation barrier that stops so many peopl...

Have a garage full of workout equipment you've never touched? A thigh master in the closet? A shake weight you'd rather forget? You are not alone — and Coach Kinsey is not here to judge. In this episode, Coach Kinsey breaks down exactly what you need — and what you absolutely do NOT need — to build an effective home gym when you're new to fitness or getting back after a long break. Whether you're...

In this episode, host Kinsey sits down with metabolic and women's weight loss coach Brandi Sheehan to tackle something that doesn't get nearly enough airtime — the long runway leading up to perimenopause and why so many women feel like their bodies have suddenly stopped cooperating.   Brandi shares how the habits and patterns many women have followed for years may be quietly setting the stage for...

Struggling to get a full 8 hours of sleep? You're not alone—and you're not doomed. In this episode, I sit down with Michelle White, Certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and host of the Inspired Wellness Podcast, to talk about something that keeps so many midlife women up at night (literally): sleep. But here's the good news: Michelle is flipping the script on the "8 hours or bust" mentality...

This episode of Fit After 40 is a listener Q&A — and we’re tackling two incredibly common (and often confusing) questions women ask in midlife. First, I answer a question from a mom who’s getting back into her workout routine and wondering how to approach rest days. We talk about whether walking counts as “rest,” how to safely incorporate diastasis recti rehab exercises, and how to balance rec...

Fitness has come a long way — but it still has some major blind spots. In this episode, Coach Kinsey digs into why representation in fitness actually matters, why every body belongs in the gym, and the two biggest gaps in the fitness industry that are holding people back from getting stronger and healthier — especially women in midlife.   We talk about why access to fitness isn’t the same as knowi...

Today is a fun one, because... It is a QUESTIONS episode!!! First things first, big shout out to the listeners who reached out to me via instagram (@kinsey.does.the.fitness) with these wonderful questions! If you have your own questions - please feel free to do the same thing! Or reach out via email kinsey@fitafter40.info .   The first question was: What is my Hot Take on 75 Medium. For those of y...