Are You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally Podcast Por Monica Topete | Perimenopause + Menopause Health Coach for Midlife Women arte de portada

Are You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally

Are You There, Midlife? | Perimenopause, Weight Loss, Fatigue, Brain Fog, Hormone Imbalance, Balance Hormones Naturally

De: Monica Topete | Perimenopause + Menopause Health Coach for Midlife Women
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***TOP 2% GLOBAL PODCAST*** The Go-to Podcast for Midlife Women Who Want To Balance Hormones Naturally Ugh. I feel so bloated. I’m retaining more water than the Hoover Dam. What? Not another pimple? It’s like puberty all over again! Sleep? What’s that like? (I forget.:＜) Umm, I just turned 40….. Aren’t I too young for this?!? — Hello Friend. (Can I call you “friend”? ‘Cuz we’re already friends in my head:) Welcome to Are You There, Midlife? It’s Me, Monica. I’m Monica Lane Topete, Certified Nutrition Coach Coach, Peri+ Menopause Educator, Personal Trainer, NASM Behavior Change Specialist, and Hormone Imbalance Survivor. And I’m on a mission to help women in mid life balance their hormones naturally without drugs, doctors (or divorce!) It wasn’t too long ago when perimenopause came crashing through my door with a ton of luggage (‘cuz she was prepared to stay for A WHILE!) I remember how overwhelmed, anxious, and pretty much clueless I was about what was happening to my body…and how desperate I was for a diagnosis! But, after SEVERAL visits to my doctor who gave me a clean bill of health and lab results that came back “within normal range,” I finally decided to take my health into my own hands. I spent OVER A YEAR combing through PubMed research studies, taking online courses in naturopathy and functional medicine, and becoming my own human guinea pig to crack the hormone code and create a research-based program that really worked to balance my hormones, put the kibosh on perimenopause symptoms, and lose stubborn weight–and keep it off–for more than 10 years! And now, I want to share it with you. Join me as I demystify the hormonal transition in midlife and spill the ”tea” on what to expect when you’re expecting perimenopause…and beyond. From anxiety to insomnia, body fat to funky body odor (yeah, that’s a thing!), I’ll unpack all the ”weird stuff” going on inside our midlife bodies, plus give you the latest science and holistic solutions to balance it all. ...Are you tired of dealing with heavy, painful periods that look like a crime scene?… ...Or struggling with symptoms like chronic headaches, fatigue, or brain fog that….(What was I saying again?).... ...Are you beyond frustrated doing “all the things” to lose weight—but are still packing on the pounds faster than a sumo wrestler in training Then, girl, you’re in the right place.:) There IS a way you can balance your hormones naturally that doesn’t involve band-aid solutions like antidepressants or birth control pills (which are a BIG mistake! HUGE!)...and that only provide temporary relief without fixing the root problem. In this podcast, you’ll learn how to: - End painful periods, menstrual headaches, and PMS - Improve your sleep, reduce night sweats, and increase your overall energy - Reduce hormonal depression and anxiety–WITHOUT meds! - Alleviate symptoms of inflammation like joint pain, hair loss, gut issues, and allergies - Move the scale on stubborn weight and belly fat (and never starve yourself again!) - Talk to your partner about perimenopause (without sounding like you’re totally insane!) It’s TIME to take back control of your hormones and show ‘em who’s boss...so you can feel confident and love yourself again! ...Without ever stepping foot inside a doctor’s office or resorting to crazy hormone pellets. No need to make an appointment or even change outta your PJs. Just come as you are–wherever you are–as I discuss ALL things hormones in midlife–with a bit of saucy humor. (‘Cuz laughing is better than crying, unless it makes you pee.:) --- Next Steps: Take the First Step to Balance Your Hormones Naturally With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz It’s Possible to Feel Like ‘You’ Again! Book a FREE Quick Fit Clarity Call to find out how my Master Your Midlife Hormones program can help you balance your hormones and move the dial on midlife weight gain: https://bit.ly/quickfitcall Become a Podcast Insider + Subscribe to The Hot Flash–Weekly hormone hacks, recipes, and lifestyle tips—no spam, no fluff, just science (with snacks:.): https://areyoutheremidlife.com/ Email Me: monica@monicalanetopete.com *Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Higiene y Vida Saludable Medicina Alternativa y Complementaria
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  • 82 | Are You Eating the Right Macros for Perimenopause Weight Loss?

    82 | Are You Eating the Right Macros for Perimenopause Weight Loss?
    Jul 15 2025

    Do You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

    First, it was low-fat.

    Then it was no carbs.

    Then more protein…

    And finally, “just eat intuitively.”

    No wonder more than half of us in perimenopause feel totally confused about what to eat—especially when our hormones, metabolism, and energy are changing by the week.

    In this week’s episode, I’m walking you through how macro tracking works in midlife, why your macronutrient needs shift with menopause and hormone imbalance, and how to finally stop fearing food—and start using it to fuel your results.

    In this episode, I’ll answer your most-asked questions, including:

    ✅ “What is a macro and why do I need to track it?”

    ✅ “How do macros change after 40?”

    ✅ “How much protein should I eat to lose weight?”

    ✅ “What is the best macro ratio for belly fat after menopause?”

    ✅ Can eating too much healthy fat cause weight gain in perimenopause?

    ✅ “What are the best macros for building muscle after 40?”

    ✅ “Is low carb bad for hormone balance?”

    If you break out into a cold sweat every time you try to do macro math in your head—this episode is for you. 🎧

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    Episodes Mentioned:

    EP 81 | Don’t Stop Lifting! 5 Tips to Reverse Strength Training Weight Gain in Perimenopause (Part 2): https://pod.fo/e/2f79a5

    EP 80 | Is Strength Training Making You Gain Weight in Perimenopause? (Part 1): https://pod.fo/e/2f34c1

    EP 79 | Perimenopause Fatigue + Weight Gain?: LIVE Coaching Call: https://pod.fo/e/2ee220

    EP 77 | The BEST Diet To Burn Fat + Balance Hormones in Perimenopause: https://pod.fo/e/2e2e6b

    EP 76 | 6 Tools Under $100 for Hormone Balance + Perimenopause Weight Loss: https://pod.fo/e/2dee57

    EP 75 | Trying to Lose Weight in Perimenopause? What to Know Before Intermittent Fasting: https://pod.fo/e/2db0fe

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    Next Steps:

    Take the First Step to Balance Your Hormones Naturally With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

    It’s Possible to Feel Like ‘You’ Again! Book a FREE Quick Fit Clarity Call to find out how my Master Your Midlife Hormones program can help you balance your hormones and move the dial on midlife weight gain: https://bit.ly/quickfitcall

    Become a Podcast Insider + Subscribe to The Hot Flash–Weekly hormone hacks, recipes, and lifestyle tips—no spam, no fluff, just science (with snacks:.): https://areyoutheremidlife.com/

    Email Me: monica@monicalanetopete.com —

    *Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me, and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.
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  • 81 | Don’t Stop Lifting! 5 Tips to Reverse Strength Training Weight Gain in Perimenopause

    81 | Don’t Stop Lifting! 5 Tips to Reverse Strength Training Weight Gain in Perimenopause
    Jul 8 2025

    Do You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

    You’re not imagining it—strength training can make the scale go up before it goes down.

    In fact, 40% of midlife women say they’ve quit a workout routine because they didn’t see results fast enough.

    But what if the weight gain isn’t failure… it’s feedback?

    In this week's episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on 5 science-backed strategies to reverse scale creep from strength training—and turn all your efforts in the gym into visible results.

    In this episode, I’ll answer your most-asked questions including:

    ✅ “Why am I gaining weight from lifting weights in perimenopause?”

    ✅ “Scale jumps from workouts: water retention or fat?”

    ✅ “Does chronic inflammation stall fat loss even with lifting?”

    ✅ “Can overtraining keep cortisol high and block fat loss?”

    ✅ “How do I reset my cortisol curve after strength workouts?”

    ✅ “Best post-lift routines to reduce bloating and scale spikes?”

    ✅ “How long until I see muscle gains instead of weight gain on the scale?”

    If you’ve been lifting weights—but you’re starting to wonder if lifting is actually making things worse🤦🏼‍♀️—this episode is for you. 🎧

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    Episodes Mentioned: EP 80 | Is Strength Training Making You Gain Weight in Perimenopause? (Part 1) https://pod.fo/e/2f34c1

    EP 79 | Perimenopause Fatigue + Weight Gain?: LIVE Coaching Call: https://pod.fo/e/2ee220

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    Next Steps:

    Take the First Step to Balance Your Hormones Naturally With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

    It’s Possible to Feel Like ‘You’ Again! Book a FREE Quick Fit Clarity Call to find out how my Master Your Midlife Hormones program can help you balance your hormones and move the dial on midlife weight gain: https://bit.ly/quickfitcall

    Become a Podcast Insider + Subscribe to The Hot Flash–Weekly hormone hacks, recipes, and lifestyle tips—no spam, no fluff, just science (with snacks:.): https://areyoutheremidlife.com/

    Connect With Me: monica@monicalanetopete.com —

    *Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me, and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.
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  • 80 | Is Strength Training Making You Gain Weight in Perimenopause?

    80 | Is Strength Training Making You Gain Weight in Perimenopause?
    Jul 1 2025

    Do You Know What’s Driving Your Hormone Symptoms? Take the first step to balance your hormones naturally with my FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

    You’re lifting weights. Eating more protein. Tracking your steps.

    So why does your body feel like it didn’t get the memo?🙃📝

    If every workout lately leaves you more bloated, puffy, or confused by the scale, you're not alone.

    In this week's episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s really behind post-workout weight gain in midlife—and the 3 biggest mistakes women make when the number on the scale goes up.

    In this episode, I’ll answer your most-asked questions including:

    ✅ Why do I gain weight when I start strength training?

    ✅ Can stress from workouts raise cortisol and stall fat loss?

    ✅ How can I tell if weight gain is muscle or inflammation?

    ✅ Why am I not losing belly fat after lifting weights?

    ✅ How does strength training affect hormones during perimenopause?

    ✅ Why does lifting weights make me feel more bloated?

    ✅ How does low estrogen impact muscle building during menopause?

    If you’ve been lifting weights—but the scale’s climbing faster than the price of gas on 4th of July weekend—this episode is for you. 🎧

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    Episodes Mentioned: EP 78 | Eating More Protein But Still Not Losing Weight in Perimenopause?: https://pod.fo/e/2e7319

    EP 77 | The BEST Diet To Burn Fat + Balance Hormones in Perimenopause: https://pod.fo/e/2e2e6b

    EP 76 | 6 Tools Under $100 for Hormone Balance + Perimenopause Weight Loss: https://pod.fo/e/2dee57

    EP 75 | Trying to Lose Weight in Perimenopause? What to Know Before Intermittent Fasting: https://pod.fo/e/2db0fe

    —

    Next Steps:

    Take the First Step to Balance Your Hormones Naturally With My FREE Hormone Symptom Profile Assessment!: https://bit.ly/takemyhormonequiz

    It’s Possible to Feel Like ‘You’ Again! Book a FREE Quick Fit Clarity Call to find out how my Master Your Midlife Hormones program can help you balance your hormones and move the dial on midlife weight gain: https://bit.ly/quickfitcall

    Become a Podcast Insider + Subscribe to The Hot Flash–Weekly hormone hacks, recipes, and lifestyle tips—no spam, no fluff, just science (with snacks:.): https://areyoutheremidlife.com/

    Connect With Me: monica@monicalanetopete.com

    Website: monica@monicalanetopete.com

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    *Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me, and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.
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    16 m
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