Embracing Change: Understanding Your Body After 40

Join us for an insightful live session as we dive into the reasons behind the changes our bodies undergo after the age of 40. If you're feeling like a stranger in your own skin and seeking clarity on why things are changing, how to best support your body, and adjusting your perspective, this broadcast is for you.

Discover why these changes happen and explore practical and compassionate solutions to feel your best in your evolving body. Don't miss out on this empowering discussion!

Stick around until the end for our Q+A segment, where you can get your burning questions answered!"

Chapters:
01:00 - Welcome
05:24 - Bodies change, that's what they do. Bodily autonomy.
09:00 - The 6 Big Reasons for Body Changes Over 40
10:24 - The laws of thermodynamics do NOT change, regardless of our age
12:50 - Loss of Lean Mass and Its Impact on Body Composition
20:30 - Changing Hormones
29:56 - Insulin Resistance and Poor Insulin Sensitivity
35:30 - Reduced Energy Expenditure as We Age
41:20 - Changes in Hunger and Fullness Signaling
44:56 - You are Locked in a Fixed Mindset
48:52 - Thriving Beyond 40
51:55 - Q+A segment

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[JBX]

If you’re over the hill, this info will definitely help you get over the hump to healthy living. Thanks, Beth!

[JenniferKelly]

Thanks for this one, Beth. I'm 41 now went off hormonal BC in January and have been trying to figure out weight, nutrition, and workouts in sync with both my cycle and my age.