In this episode, Lindsey Elizabeth Cortes, host of the Female Athlete Nutrition Podcast, engages in a comprehensive discussion with Kerstin Schulze, a former junior Olympic athlete turned Hollywood actress and fitness expert. Kerstin shares her journey from being an athlete to a Hollywood trainer, emphasizing the challenges and pressures associated with maintaining specific physiques in the entertainment industry.
They discuss the importance of balanced nutrition, the misconceptions around diet and supplementation, and the critical role of strength training, especially for women going through menopause. Additionally, they explore age-appropriate fitness strategies, with Kerstin detailing her programs for busy professionals and older adults. The episode concludes with practical tips for sustaining long-term health and longevity through mindful nutrition and regular exercise.
Episode Highlights:
- 01:22 Meet Our Hollywood Athlete Guest
- 03:45 Kerstin Schulze's Athletic Journey
- 05:25 Balancing Fitness and Hollywood
- 10:03 Nutrition and Body Image
- 16:53 Training and Nutrition for Athletes
- 26:36 Supplements and Performance
- 27:31 Creatine and Daily Supplements
- 28:36 Liquid Nutrition for Busy Lifestyles
- 31:37 Training for the 40-70 Age Group
- 35:55 Importance of Strength Training
- 40:20 Fitness for Busy Lifestyles
- 41:08 Encouraging Lifelong Fitness
- 45:58 Menopause and Exercise
- 49:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Kerstin Schulze is a powerhouse in entertainment and wellness, bringing energy, humor, and authenticity to every role she plays—both on and off-screen. Originally from Germany, Kerstin’s journey began with a silver medal at the Junior Olympics in Berlin. From there, she pursued her love for performance with formal theater training and a business degree before making her way to Los Angeles.
Now in her early 50s, Kerstin brings a deeply personal perspective to the conversation around midlife transformations. As a perimenopausal woman and seasoned fitness expert, she understands the challenges of maintaining vitality, strength, and balance during this transitional stage of life. Through her work, Kerstin empowers women to embrace midlife with confidence, focusing on strategies that blend wellness, mindfulness, and self-compassion.
Find Kerstin on Instagram: @partyanddiet and @kerstin_schulze
Find Kerstin's Website at https://partyanddiet.com
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