The Flipping 50 Show

Rarely do we look at training for endurance or being an endurance athlete here. Today is different. This isn’t a suggestion nor a recommendation. But it is a glass ceiling lift. Whatever you think is possible, is possible. There are few 78-year-olds training for 4-5 hours on a bike or spending hours a week in the pool and on their zero gravity treadmill... preparing for one of the most daunting events in triathlon. But today’s gues...

One Thing I Would Change After 40 Years Working with Women in Menopause

Working with women in menopause for 40 years, even before it dawned on me that’s what I was doing, I know now what I wish I’d have done differently.

I’ve never said this out loud quite like this, though I’ve hinted at it. The name Flipping 50 was taken very literally by 50% of those first hearing about it. I at first had to help some understand that 50...

If you have repressed metabolic syndrome your quest to lose weight in menopause faster and easier is sunk. But stay tuned to this episode.

In this Flipping 50 episode with podcast guest favorite, Stu Schaffer we talk about the #1 goal most of you tell me is yours… weight loss. More specifically weight loss in menopause. It’s stubborn, you’re tired, nothing you used to do works any more.

In the 11th year of the podcast, having inter...

When it comes to protein consumption in menopause, there are several things to consider.

Even though there's no science or medical evidence to show higher (than you grew up with or are used to) protein intakes cause kidney (renal) issues, many people still believe it’s true.

What is true is or anyone who has an existing renal issue, diabetes for instance, high protein diets should be discussed with and then monitored with your phys...

Registered dietitian Bonni London joins me today to talk about how to eat out without blowing it and how to decide if fasting is something you want and need and if so how.

Let’s talk about your definition of healthy. Is it for weight loss, weight maintenance, or is it to reverse an illness? Stay tuned to know which kind of healthy food can help achieve your goals.

My Guest:

Bonni London is a Sarasota-based registered dieti...

I love progressive relaxation in menopause as a tool to do just that. Whether it’s to take a 10 minute break or get to sleep or back to sleep, it works. This method is a powerful tool to reduce stress, improve sleep, and enhance overall well-being. Incorporating this practice into your routine can make a significant difference in how you manage menopause, release tension and find balance to your movement routine.

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The Importance of Basics and Variety in Exercise in Menopause
Exercise during menopause can be challenging, but focusing on basics is key. These exercises build and maintain lean muscle mass and bone density, which are crucial as women age. For women over 40, sticking to basics provides significant benefits.

Incorporate new exercises into warm-ups and cool-downs, but keep your fitness program f...

Can I Still Start Hormones 10 Years After Menopause? Doctors Respond

The question from our community is, can I still start hormones 10 years after menopause or after 65?

Felice Gersh

Felice Gersh, M.D. is a multi-award winning physician with dual board certifications in OB-GYN and Integrative Medicine. She is the founder and director of the Integrative Medical Group of Irvine, a practice that provides comprehensiv...

With the increased emphasis on menopause and longevity, there is more menopause misinformation, too. This episode takes a look at several areas where you might want to take a closer look at your Google Search, the associations and society’s you follow, what “published science” actually is, and two hot-topics right now.

My Guest:

Shawn Tassone MD, Ph.D., known as Americas Holistic Gynecologist, is the first physician in the...

The Role of Exercise in Menopausal Mood Management

Feeling the mood swings that come with menopause? Crazy for a better mood in menopause? You're not alone. This episode dives into how regular exercise can be a powerful tool for managing mood, reducing anxiety, and boosting overall well-being during the transitional phase to menopause. Get ready to feel empowered with every step, stretch, and lift.

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Seeking gut solutions? You’re not alone and apparently the USA is the gut disease capital of the world. You heard that right. In this episode, we define serious conditions like Colitis and Crohn’s but we start with - and they may start with - bloat. Have I got your attention?

Understanding what could be a gut issue (skin, asthma, arthritis, brain fog, hormonal issues, etc.), the links between the gut and other diseases, and other t...

Resistance training is essential in menopause. It is supportive of your hormones. It’s an endocrine organ. It supports blood sugar levels, moods and more! All inside!

Are you navigating menopause noticing unfavorable changes in your body composition? This episode of Flipping 50 is your ticket to understanding why muscle matters now more than ever. Discover how resistance training can transform not just your muscles, but your overal...

We often sabotage our own success by delaying important tasks. Breaking this cycle is key to making our dreams a reality. Remember, "SOMEDAY is Not a Day in the Week." It's time to turn your plans into actions and make your dreams happen now.

If you don’t already know dozens of reasons that make exercise essential for menopause health, you may after this episode. I want to share with you 5 powerful quotes directly from the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine.

Your glucose levels in menopause could be responsible for your mood swings, brain fog, hot flashes, and if you’re lucky enough not to have those, but haven’t escaped the weight or belly fat gain, then stay tuned.

If I had the key to fat loss after 45… and I could get every woman to use it, we could change history.

How can you focus on muscle and body composition in menopause, specifically gaining muscle and losing fat? How many sets,  repetitions, and how much rest should you take? How much can you follow research featuring young athletic men and how should you advocate for yourself when trainers aren’t using science based on women?

This is all about menopause fitness changes that you want to make, 20 of them in fact. Before any of these are truly beneficial, I’ll share this: if you’re not measuring you have no idea what is really happening. Measure and track your percent body fat and your skeletal muscle (in lbs or kgs). Other things you may want to do, take your measurements, track the waist or get nitty gritty with visceral belly fat stat from your Smart Sc...