Are you doing “all the right things” but still not seeing results in perimenopause? In this New Year’s episode Coach Kinsey breaks down the three biggest mistakes sabotaging fitness results during the menopause transition—and how to fix them for good. If you’re frustrated with stalled progress, inconsistent workouts, or programs that leave you sore, burned out, or doubting yourself, this episode is for you.

What if this New Year didn’t start with another list of resolutions you abandon by February? In this holiday-season episode of the Fit After 40: Women’s Fitness & Health Revolution Podcast, Coach Kinsey Diment invites you to rethink New Year’s resolutions—especially if you’re a woman navigating perimenopause or menopause and feeling burned out by all-or-nothing approaches to health and fitness. Instead of rigid goals, shame-based resolutions, or extreme resets, Kinsey shares 6 powerful, non-traditional ways to commit to yourself that actually work after 40. These approaches are rooted in consistency, self-compassion, and sustainable habit-building—because your body, brain, and life are different now.

Muscle loss accelerates during menopause, but strength training can protect your metabolism, bones, blood sugar, and long-term health. In this episode, we’re unpacking why prioritizing muscle is one of the most powerful things you can do for your body, brain, and long-term health as estrogen shifts. Whether you’re deep in perimenopause, postmenopausal, or cruising along symptom-free, muscle is a universal need — not an aesthetic goal, not a punishment, and definitely not optional. We’ll talk about: Why women can spend up to 20 years in the menopausal transition (yep, really) How estrogen loss impacts muscle quality, strength, joints, tendons, and recovery The truth about metabolism, muscle loss, and why your body composition changes aren’t “just aging” How muscle improves blood sugar control, even in insulin resistance The critical connection between muscle, bone health, and fall prevention Why muscle is actually an endocrine organ that supports immune function and reduces chronic disease risk How strength, balance, and nervous system training protect independence as we age Drawing from current research, clinical insights, and menopause experts like Dr. Mary Claire Haver and Dr. Gabrielle Lyon, this episode makes the case for muscle as what it truly is: Your body armor. The best part? You don’t need to live in the gym or lift five days a week to reap the benefits. With as little as two intentional strength sessions per week, done progressively and intelligently, you can dramatically improve your health span — not just your lifespan. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by conflicting fitness advice, confused about what actually matters in menopause, or worried you’re “too late” to get strong — this episode is for you. Let’s dive in.

In this episode of the Fit After 40 Women’s Fitness & Health Revolution, Kinsey dives into a question she gets constantly: How is training in our 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond actually different from training in our 20s? Spoiler alert—her answer is part cheeky and VERY informative. While strength training and movement matter at every age, the shifts in hormones through perimenopause and postmenopause completely change the WHY behind how we should train (and recover). Kinsey breaks down how estrogen impacts muscle, bone, mobility, metabolism, and brain health—and why understanding what’s happening in your body isn’t about “fixing” anything, but empowering yourself to stay strong, capable, and confident for decades to come. We also unpack muscle loss, mobility changes, metabolism myths, recovery needs, and the very real life stressors that make midlife fitness uniquely challenging. There’s also a little bonus chat about GLP-1s and a recommended expert interview if you’re curious about a deeper, clinical perspective. Whether you’re already in perimenopause or preparing long before it arrives, this episode will help you reframe fitness, protect your future strength, and train in a way that supports your hormones, your energy, and your longevity. If you have questions, episode ideas, or topics you want covered—feel free to DM Kinsey on Instagram at @kinsey.does.the.fitness or email kinsey@fitafter40.info   Resources: - Unpaused Episod on GLP-1 - Claim 1 of the last 2 spots in our Twin Cities Small-Group Training Cohorts  - Waitlist for January Fit After 40 Small-Group Personal Training Cohorts

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.

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?

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...

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.

Today is a Listener’s Question Episode: Does Pilates Build Muscle? Can I start Strength Training with Low Back Pain? (or any chronic injury)

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.

From bulking while lifting weights to continuous calorie deficits we talk about the top 5 things pop culture CONTINUES to get wrong...

From fixing our posture, to combating osteoporosis, to learning how to plank THE RIGHT WAY (spoiler...most people don’t) - a strong beginning to upper body strength is critical.

Today we are talking my Top 5 FAVORITE leg exercises for beginner’s or folks newly back. You get a sneak peek into how I program for our very own Fit Af

In this episode of the Women’s Fitness and Health Revolution Podcast, Kinsey takes on a big question so many women ask: How do I get my family to join me in my healthy lifestyle? Whether it’s workouts, food choices, or trading screen time for more movement, it can feel isolating and overwhelming when your loved ones aren’t moving in the same direction.

In this episode of the Women’s Fitness and Health Revolution Podcast, we talk menstrual cycle—what’s really happening in our bodies, why it matters, and how understanding it sets us up for success in perimenopause and beyond.

In this episode of The Women’s Fitness and Health Revolution Podcast, Kinsey pulls back the curtain on the multi-billion-dollar diet industry and its relentless push for women to shrink themselves at the expense of their long-term health. From fad diets and rapid weight-loss programs to the booming popularity of GLP-1 medications, she unpacks the hidden costs of chasing “quick fixes”—including muscle loss, metabolic damage, and the erosion of self-worth.

Today is a practical, action step-packed episode to move you away from the scale (which tells us nothing of what’s going on INSIDE your body - think lean muscle v fat mass) towards actual progress trackers that relate accurate results AND take the shame out of the game!

Weighted vests are all over the internet right now—hailed by some as the holy grail of menopausal fitness and dismissed by others as a dangerous gimmick. So what’s the truth? In this episode, I dive into the research (spoiler: it’s a lot less flashy than Instagram claims) and give you my unfiltered hot take on whether weight vests are worth your time—or just another piece of equipment destined for the garage.

To celebrate her 7th sobriety birthday, host Kinsey, shares 20 (ish) of the top lessons that have made life simpler...in all areas of life. Whether you are struggling to get started with exercise, feeling depressed about nutrition and health, feeling fear around starting a new job, or going through the loss of a loved one, these 20(ish) lessons hold relevance for us all.