In today’s episode, we dive into one of the most charged topics in modern health: the World Health Organization’s new recognition of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss. This isn’t a conversation about being “for” or “against” them—it’s about something much bigger than a simple yes or no.

With GLP-1 sales skyrocketing 500% in five years and an annual $71-billion market emerging almost overnight, we have to ask: Why now? Why is this the moment the global medical system is stepping in? And more importantly… how did we get here in the first place?

This episode unpacks the uncomfortable truth that our health crisis didn’t begin with GLP-1s, and it won’t end with them. We explore:

• The difference between treating symptoms and addressing root causes

• Why obesity is less about “overfat” and more about undermuscled bodies

• The widening gap between conventional medical advice and effective lifestyle change

• How rapid-weight-loss approaches (including GLP-1s) impact muscle mass and long-term health

• The influence of a profit-driven food industry, an overwhelmed medical system, and a toxic environment

• Why lasting change is still built on the unsexy fundamentals: strength, real food, sleep, stress, and consistency

This episode is vulnerable, a little fiery, and deeply honest—because talking about weight in today’s culture can feel like walking a tightrope. But avoiding the conversation hasn’t made us healthier. In fact, we’re sicker than ever.

My goal isn’t to shame anyone or tell you what to choose. It’s to give you the full picture so you can make choices based on clarity—not marketing, fear, or quick-fix promises.

If you’ve been overwhelmed, confused, frustrated, or just exhausted by the state of health in our world—this episode is for you. You are not alone, you are not broken, and your body is absolutely worth caring for.

Let’s think before we consume. Let’s take back our choices. Let’s start with what we can control.

If you’ve ever walked into the holidays torn between wanting to be “healthy” and wanting to actually enjoy yourself…welcome to the club. In this episode of Fit After 40, we’re stripping holiday “health” back down to what actually matters: presence, connection, flexibility, and remembering that your whole life is bigger than whatever is on your plate or how many steps you take.

I’m getting real about a lesson I learned the hard way: years lost to obsessing over food rules, restrictions, and “perfect health” — or swinging to the other extreme with binge drinking and addiction — are years I never get back with the people I love. The older I get, the more fiercely I believe this: a truly healthy life is a balanced, community-centered life. And the holidays? They’re one of the most important times we have to practice that.

Inside this episode we’ll cover: ✨ Why being present with your loved ones is the ultimate health habit ✨ How fitness and nutrition are cyclical — and why holidays naturally act as a built-in deload ✨ Why “falling off” isn’t a thing, and how rest actually primes your nervous system and strength gains ✨ Practical, pressure-free movement ideas that complement the season (think walks, yoga, NEAT, and not forcing a 90-minute lift at dawn) ✨ Real-talk nutrition tips that don’t fuel shame spirals or food rules ✨ Strategies for navigating sugar, food allergies, and family dynamics without losing your mind ✨ How to enjoy your favorite holiday foods without all-or-nothing thinking ✨ Plus: why savoring, slowing down, and choosing connection over perfection might be the healthiest thing you do all year

This isn’t another “burn off your pie” or “walk after every meal or else” holiday episode. This is Healthy Holidays 101: grounded, compassionate, evidence-informed, and rooted in the truth we forget every year — that health is built over a lifetime, not in a single week.

So grab a cinnamon roll (you know I did), hug your people a little tighter, and let’s walk through a holiday season that actually supports your body and your joy.

If you want to get stronger, build muscle, and feel more powerful in your body as you move through perimenopause or postmenopause, progressive overload is the principle you need to understand. It’s how your body adapts, grows, and continues getting stronger over time.

But when you're training at home without access to heavier weights… how do you actually do it?

In today’s video, I’m breaking down five simple, effective ways to progressively overload your workouts at home — no fancy equipment or gym membership required. You’ll learn how to make your exercises more challenging, how to keep your muscles responding, and which tweaks give you the biggest bang for your strength-building buck.

We’ll also talk about the bonus method I recommend every 4–6 weeks, why single-leg work is such a secret weapon, and yes… I’m telling my solar energy joke because it absolutely deserved its moment. 🌞😉

Interested in seeing if Fit After 40: Small-Group Personal Training is a good fit for you? Shoot me an email at kinsey@fitafter40.info, and lets set up a complimentary consult call to find out!

In the meantime, get started with the FREE Beginner's Guide To Strength Training in Menopause - complete with 6 at-home workouts.

It's a big day for the future of Women's Health as the FDA approves the removal of black box warnings on hormone therapies for menopause, but as always, nothing in the world of health is ever as black and white as we wish it could be.

In today's episode we talk about:

• What it means to have a black box warning removed
• The study behind why it was incorrectly labeled in the first place
• The benefits of having HRT/MHT more accessible
• How HRT is not a replacement for healthy lifestyle implementations
• The importance of working with the small portion of practitioners actually trained in menopause hormonal therapies
• Some critical questions to ask yourself on your own journey with MHT
• Why the FDA is not 100% transparent or even 50% accurate when they talk about dismantling "patriarchal medicine"
• Kinsey's wrap up and conclusion...

The sources covered in today's conversation:

1. Dr. Stephanie Estima's Podcast deep diving into the issues with the Women's Health Initiative.

2. Erin Holt's conversations with Dr. Deanna Minich challenging the HRT or BUST narrative.

3. The Mother Jone's Article addressing the issues with the FDA's announcements.

As always, I would love to hear what you think, ideas for future podcasts, or hear stories from your own life!

Please feel free to reach out at kinsey@fitafter40.info or reach out on instagram at @kinsey.does.the.fitness, and feel free to join our Free Fit After 40 Newsletter!

So you’re ready to hire a personal trainer…but how do you know if they’re actually qualified to help you — especially during perimenopause, menopause, or beyond?

In this episode, Kinsey dives deep into what to look for (and what to run from) when choosing a personal trainer. From certifications that actually mean something, to questions you must ask before handing over your hard-earned cash, this episode will help you feel confident hiring someone who truly supports your goals, your body, and your stage of life.

You’ll learn: 💪 The certifications that signal real education — not a $99 online test

🧠 Why exercise is a learned skill (and why your trainer needs to understand neuromuscular control)

👀 What red flags to watch out for once you’ve started training

🗣️ The most important questions to ask before you commit

❤️ Why working with the right trainer can literally change the way you move, feel, and age

Whether you’re brand new to fitness or getting back into it after years away, this episode will help you find a trainer who sees you, listens to you, and helps you move like the total badass you are.

👉 Connect with Kinsey on Instagram @kinsey.does.the.fitness or email kinsey@fitafter40.info

Today is a Listener's Question Episode!

And I am sooo pumped to dive in, but FIRST!

Fit After 40: Small-Group Personal Training November Cohorts are OPEN to the public until November 2nd! With only 6 spots per cohort, spaces are filling up fast. Take your first bold step into aging powerfully, sign up now, before spots are gone!

As for today's listener questions! Thank you so much for reaching out with your questions!!

We're talking:

Does Pilates Build Muscle?

Can I start Strength Training with Low Back Pain? (or any chronic injury)

If you have questions of your own - email me at kinsey@fitafter40.info or reach out to me on instagram @kinsey.does.the.fitness.

Today we take the guesswork out of HOW to get started with Resistance Training (aka start to lay the foundations of muscle building and retention through Perimenopause and beyond) by teaching you the 3 S's.

Strong Core.

Stabilization & Balance.

Solid Foundations.

You'll walk away with tons of action steps to get started with today, BUT if you are looking for a deeper dive?

Claim your spot in our FREE Menopause and Muscle Webinar!!

Tuesday Oct 28th. 7pm EST/4pm PST. On Zoom.

We talk 30,000 foot view of menopause, how to prioritize healthy behavior changes during your transition and beyond, the importance of muscle as we age, the RNR of muscle build, the 3 S's of getting started, what doesn't build muscle, and more action steps and resources for you to take out the guess work once and for all, and build the solid foundation your body and brain deserve.

Plus! We finish with a Q&A for all your fitness and health questions.

You won't wanna miss this!

You and your body are so stinkin worth it!

Welcome to what was probably hardest list I have had to nail down.

Turns out the internet is FULL of A LOT of misinformation when it comes to both fitness and nutrition, so picking JUST 5 Fitness Myths? It was a task!

From bulking while lifting weights to calorie deficits we talk about all the things pop culture gets wrong...

Feel inspired to share your fav fitness myths? Or wondering if something IS a myth? Shoot me an email at kinsey@fitafter40.info, and lets pod about it!

Claim your spot in the FREE Menopause & Muscle Webinar! Tuesday Oct 28th. 7pm EST/4pm PST. On Zoom!

Episodes to Deep Dive:

• Afraid to Lift Heavy? Start here instead!
• 4 Types of Exercise, but only ONE builds muscle...
• The Truth About Weight Loss: Fat Loss V Muscle Gain