Episodes

  • My Morning Routine and How It’s Changed Over Time

    My Morning Routine and How It’s Changed Over Time
    Nov 22 2024
    In my 20s, I would go for a run within an hour of waking. But as the years went by, I would linger over coffee and my studies or work. Even though I still wanted to move in the morning, I realized the best quality creativity and focus were accessible to me in the first hours of the morning. It wasn’t the same later. Eventually, I realized that if I focus on studying or work on a project and delay my workout until later, I could get another boost of focus when I return, refreshed and showered from exercise. Even when I was training for Iron -distance triathlons, 3 to 4-hour long sessions of running, biking, or swimming could be tiring. I may have had some good ideas on the bike, but overly long sessions left both mind and body drained and exhausted. The science behind this has a lot to do with cortisol, which helps our brains handle stress and concentrate more effectively earlier in the day. Mental focus is best between 10am and 2pm, but this may vary based on whether you’re a morning or night person. For me, it’s the quiet of early morning.. typically between 5am and 9am.. that offers the best focus. But if you’re a night owl, you may find focus and get things done later. But only a few of us can focus really well late at night. P.S. Waiting a little while before exercise has another benefit backed by science: it reduces the risk of back injuries. After an hour of moving around before getting to the gym (like getting dressed or driving) the pressure on spinal discs lessens, lowering the chance of herniation. You can check out the link of another episode below for Myths, Causes, and Solutions for Back Pain. My Morning Routine and Clear Thinking A fascinating article on sleep cycles, naps, shorter sleep spans and no naps might make you a believer in naps. Even me, as a fairly proclaimed non-napper, I find it difficult to wake up and re-engage in the day after a nap. But the science behind napping is compelling. There’s something about working too long. When we push through long work hours without breaks (a common Western habit), it disrupts the potassium-sodium balance and keeps us in a Beta brain wave state. Beta waves are for analyzing and alertness. When we sleep, we get Theta waves which are for creativity and higher mental functions. If you study meditation at all, you’ll hear about different waves. As we fall asleep, our brains move from Beta (awake and analyzing) to Alpha (calmer and quiet mind), then Theta (half-awake or half-asleep), and finally Delta (deep sleep). Research says, we cycle through these stages in 90-minute intervals during sleep and even during the day, our brains naturally focus best in 90-minute bursts. So, if your mind starts wandering after about 90 minutes, it’s normal. We do better with a 20-minute break for productivity and creativity than powering through. The quality of the work is better. I discovered this myself by pure accident, and then began to lean into it more as I learned more about the brain. What is hard for me is to honor the habit of meditation first thing because when I wake, I tend to want to start my usual habits. It’s true for most of us. And if you have a dog, your habits change real fast! If you are finding you aren’t as productive or energetic as you like, and you’re ready to try a new routine, here are some suggestions so you can find a morning routine that works for you. 4 Steps to Create Your Own Personal Instead of Adopting My Morning Routine! Learn your personal patterns: keep a track of your energy during different parts of the day, and you’ll eventually see which are the best moments for you to work and rest. We all have this Basic Reset-Activity cycle, but you can learn more about your own personal best routine, even within the confines of work, kids or dogs! Now, this is not going to work best until you’ve begun optimizing habits like high protein/low carb breakfasts; avoiding coffee-only till noon rituals, avoid skipping meals. You’re not using wine to wind down every night. None of this is going to help you as directly with day time energy if you’re sabotaging yourself. Maximize your peak cycles: plan your day in order to take advantage of the moments where you have the most energy. I share this with health coaches and trainers in our Flipping 50 Menopause Fitness Specialist program and with our team members too. Though there are things that have to be done on a 12 and 24-hour period within our business, we allow flexibility in our team members to do them. Where we have issues is if there are too many errors, oversights, and it becomes obvious someone isn’t firing on all cylinders, assuming they are the right person for the job. Take a break: When you’re in a down cycle, it’s better to rest than power through. Rest is not optional. My personal mental breaks from work are physical movement. After 3 or 4 hours of morning focus, I’ll break to workout. In the afternoon, between sessions, I’ll get ...
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    51 mins
  • What You Do and Don’t Know About GLP-1

    What You Do and Don’t Know About GLP-1
    Nov 19 2024

    What you don’t know about GPL-1 drugs may hurt you, or your opportunity to improve your health. Misconceptions could limit your ability to make an informed decision about whether they’re right for you.

    Whether you’re someone considering these medications for your own health or a fitness professional trying to better understand how they fit into the broader health landscape, this episode will offer valuable insights on what you don’t know about GPL-1. We’re not having a persuasive argument here. Instead, we want to provide a balanced and nuanced discussion, offering you the information needed to make a well-rounded decision.

    We are opening up the conversation again with a physician who's been using GLP-1 for a long time. She’s sharing what she’s seen and experienced and if you’re a health and fitness professional, stay tuned as we have something special for you too.

    My Guest:

    Dr. Tami Meraglia MD is a leader in Functional Medicine specializing in Hormones, Weight Loss and non-surgical facial rejuvenation. She is the best selling author of The Hormone Secret, published by Simon and Schuster, has appeared on Good Morning America, Fox, ABC, NBC and many podcasts and summits as a health expert. She lectures nationally and internationally and is the Medical Director of BioThrive Life that offers personalized medical programs in person in Seattle and virtually across the USA.

    Questions We Answer in This Episode:

    • What are the risks and benefits of these medications? [00:11:01] (Benefits), [00:33:10] (Risk)
    • If you use them do you need to take them for life? [00:11:19]
    • If you use them does the weight loss involve muscle loss? [00:40:48]
    • Future of GLP1 medications [00:28:23]

    Connect with Dr. Tami:

    https://www.biothrivelife.com/

    On Social:

    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/askdrtami/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askdrtami/

    Other Episodes You Might Like:

    • How to Spot Menopause Misinformation: A Doctor Talks: https://www.flippingfifty.com/menopause-misinformation/
    • Your Glucose Levels in Menopause with the Glucose Goddess: https://www.flippingfifty.com/glucose-levels-in-menopause/
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    54 mins
  • Menopause Fasted Exercise Pros and Cons

    Menopause Fasted Exercise Pros and Cons
    Nov 15 2024
    Our stance: Flipping 50 believes each woman is unique. That said, we favor fed exercise over fasted exercise when it is intense. That is, high intensity interval training, or strength training with the intent of preserving lean muscle mass and avoiding frailty or fragility occur within the eating window and ideally bookended by protein consumption if for muscle or bone mass. We do acknowledge that exercise may “feel hard” when exercise is performed fasted giving the perception of “working hard.” However, we suggest based on research and 4 decades of primary observation, women actually exercise harder related to their capacity for exercise when fueled. That is, they will go faster if being timed, go further within a timed test, lift more weight or perform more reps to muscular fatigue. Fasted Exercise Pros and Cons During Perimenopause A 27% muscle loss has been reported between early and late stage perimenopause. This is most likely due to multifactors: insomnia disrupting anabolic hormones and together with other signs and symptoms of menopause interfering with desire to workout, as well as a drop in estrogen, testosterone and growth hormone levels, and an increase in cortisol levels. This is an important consideration when looking at fat loss vs lean muscle gain and priorities. Mitigating potential loss of muscle is a critical factor in aging well and overall metabolic health. What Science Says Some studies (review of literature) suggest that before prolonged exercise, fueling provides more benefit but before short exercise, results are inconclusive. A 2013 study on sumo wrestlers eating a ultra high calorie, 50% fat diet burned more fat after exercise done fasted. However, we’ve got to consider…. How like you are that? Extremely high calorie and 50% fat? In almost the same time frame, college women were fed vs fasted in exercise and showed no difference. Their diets probably reflected at least a little closer to yours and their hormone profiles also at least slightly more like you. The problem is, few studies about fasting and exercise exist on midlife or postmenopausal women. Women who are at risk for accelerated muscle and strength losses. In studies for the last 10 years, fasted vs fed with the same hypocaloric diet there was no difference in increased fat loss due to fasted vs fed. I hear comments from women who believe they are burning fat for fuel when they’ve fat-adapted, however, without measuring this, we don’t know it to be true. The crossover is only visible when you’re measuring in a lab. It would mean that at the same speed and intensity previously (watts) you were burning fat vs carbs for fuel. We can see that in clinical lab testing during progressive exercise testing using stages. Your cardiovascular fitness level may also improve meaning for the same speed your heart rate isn’t as elevated. That’s another way to hypothesize you’re burning more fat for fuel at higher levels. I want to remind you that at a certain point we all cross over. If you’re “working hard” in high intensity interval training you are NOT burning fat during. You’re burning a lower percent of fat for fuel during. Because you’re burning calories - that is your energy expenditure is higher - you are still burning more fat. Your goal is not to burn a high percent of fat for fuel during.. Or you’re doing that best at rest. The data is not there to support higher fat burning during HIIT fasted. It’s not there to support higher fat burning after HIIT if fasted. What seems most important is a hypocaloric diet, performing optimal exercise intensity for energy expenditure. And resistance training improves post workout FFA circulation most compared to HIIT. To support anabolic response to strength training, especially for women when more prone to anabolic resistance, fed exercise makes the most sense. Fasted Exercise Pros and Cons with Obese Women For women who can’t seem to lose fat weight, and are in good adrenal health, after employing a foundation of high protein, 3 meals no snacks, fasting at least 12 hours overnight, extending the fast and testing can help shake a plateau. The approach needs to be unique to individual needs and goals to lose fat weight and gain lean muscle mass. It may need to be addressed step by step to first improve metabolic health (blood lipids, blood pressure, insulin, glucose), with close observations on skeletal muscle to determine success. For other women though, recomposition is best addressed by focus on gaining lean muscle mass and not slowing progress. We do know strength can be gained during fasting, at least in the beginning. Muscle mass doesn’t improve during fasted exercise. Again, important to remember, the research featuring women in menopause and post, with anabolic resistance is minimal. Anabolic resistance is the resistance to gaining lean muscle mass. Basically, the older we get the more you have to work for it. So, if you focus on ...
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    32 mins
  • Intermittent Fasting: Solution or Sabotage Emotional Eating?

    Intermittent Fasting: Solution or Sabotage Emotional Eating?
    Nov 12 2024

    Intermittent fasting can be very sexy. But does it help or sabotage emotional eating? Some emotional eating experts we’ve hosted have strong feelings about intermittent fasting and those who have emotional eating anchoring their relationship with food have a strong aversion to it.

    In this episode we tap into, if intermittent fasting, how, and how not to potentially.

    My Guest:

    Laurie Lewis, Wellness Coach, shares how to maintain exceptional self-care while dealing with life's complicated and fast-paced circumstances.

    By using Intermittent Fasting, Laurie encourages the chance to break free from diet models, connect with the body’s inner intelligence and experience improvements in every aspect of life.

    With an eating window every day for seven years, now at 61 years old, Laurie’s biological age (at the cellular level) of 40 years old. From her menopausal struggles to vibrant health serves as an inspiration, embodying the potential for profound change through Intermittent Fasting.

    Questions We Answer in This Episode:

    • What is your history of emotional eating? 00:04:50
    • What’s your definition of intermittent fasting? Do you think there are optimal windows? 00:10:30
    • How could having an (optimized) Eating Window improve every aspect of your life? 00:09:30
    • What are the challenges for women with disordered eating and emotional eating trying to use Intermittent Fasting? 00:21:30
    • Why do you think the focus on menopause and hormone replacement overlooks emotional eating, emphasizing physical fixes instead? 00:18:50
    • What is the root cause of most women’s challenges with their weight loss and health? 00:15:50
    • Do you find that many women treat Intermittent Fasting more like a diet, leading to a dramatic decrease in caloric intake and a lack of nutrient-dense foods and adequate protein? 00:27:40
    • What are your top 3 tips on how to start Intermittent Fasting TODAY? How does a woman know that she should or shouldn’t? 00:20:10

    Connect with Laurie:

    • https://FastForwardWellness.com

    On Social:

    • Facebook:
      https://www.facebook.com/FastForwardWellness/
    • Instagram:
      https://www.instagram.com/fast_forward_wellness/

    Other Episodes You Might Like:

    • How Emotional Eating Can Be the Hidden Reason for Weight Gain:
      https://www.flippingfifty.com/reason-for-weight-gain/
    • Midlife Changes with Intermittent Fasting Expert Gin Stephens:
      https://www.flippingfifty.com/midlife-changes/
    • Low Energy Availability in Menopause? Eating Too Little to Feel Good or Age Well:
      https://www.flippingfifty.com/low-energy-availability-in-menopause/

    Resources:

    • Hot Not Bothered Challenge:
      https://www.flippingfifty.com/hot-not-bothered-challenge-2023/
    • STRONGER 12-week program:
      https://www.flippingfifty.com/get-stronger/
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    39 mins
  • My Post Menopause Workout Week Experiment | What I’m Doing

    My Post Menopause Workout Week Experiment | What I’m Doing
    Nov 8 2024
    My post menopause workout has been working. Let me say that first. I’m lean, as lean as I comfortably want to be, and my muscle remains high, I’m not losing it. If anything, I’ve gained more in the last 2 years as I bumped intensity and recovery in my routine. By that, I mean more volume in my workouts but also more recovery time between sessions. It’s about being smart with rest as much as it is with pushing through the actual workouts. Recovery time between strength sessions by the way isn’t just a lazy couch potato time. It's an active recovery. I’m doing sprint intervals, agility drills, mobility work, and lots of walking or hiking. These kinds of activities help me stay conditioned, keep my metabolism going, and ensure that my body remains strong. But in doing it, I’ve also had the opportunity to see my readiness score soar. Meaning, I’m ready for a high quality workout. I'm primed for high-quality sessions. That readiness translates into better results over time. Some accidental discoveries have made me question if I was assuming what worked for me was the BEST for me. So here I am, using the last 90 days of 2024 to testing and experimenting and sharing it all with you. Questions We Answer In this Episode: How it started. [12:25]What I’m trying. [13:35]Why I’m personally testing. [21:15]What are the results - any difference in muscle, fat, mindset, sleep etc. [22:35] I’ll update you on my progress via social media - most often in short stories on Instagram. For a longer video, I’ll summarize it on the podcast. So if you prefer audio you have it and if you want to see a little more demonstration of exercises to help illustrate the video, you’ll have it in the YouTube video which will be short. And we’ll do a cheat sheet for you. My Post Menopause Workout: Total Body Walking or 10 minutes of brief interval walk/run Walking lunges, lunge matrix, spyders, light core engagement 3 sets each wall sit and single leg Squat 5 sets of leg press in a monster/drop set 5 super sets of chest, 5 sets bent over row with a dynamic balance exercise 5 sets of triceps 3 sets of biceps 4 sets of lat pull downs 5 sets of ham curls 3 sets of limited ROM leg extensions Total of 38 sets Notes: You may bump from 5 to 6 sets or from 3 or 4 to 5 reaching 40 and changing it up.Some days, I might do less lower body and focus more on upper body work, but it’s always a total body workout.Never do squats without doing a hamstring-specific exercise. Most people, both men and women, tend to be quad-dominant, and only doing squats can make this imbalance worse.Fire up that rear kinetic chain - —this means incorporating movements like hip thrusts, deadlifts (within your safe range of motion), or ham curls to really target the hamstrings and glutes.Switching to only UPPER or LOWER during workouts is really hard. First, it ties me to the gym. which I’m not a huge fan of. I love my flexible schedule and need it. So for the first two weeks here’s how I did the FLIP. In baby steps. I took a gradual approach, starting with one total body workout, similar to the plan I’ve outlined. After that, I introduced one upper body-only workout and one lower body-only workout each week. This change bumped up my total workout time by about 1.5 hours per week, which allowed me to add more sets and volume to each session. Each of the upper and lower body workouts required additional time because to ensure I was doing enough sets for each muscle group, I had to expand the time spent on both. So here’s what each day looked like. My Post Menopause Workout: Split Routine Leg Day looked like this: (not including warm up because that stayed relatively the same) 6 sets Leg press monster 5 sets hamstring curls 5 sets limited ROM leg extension 5 sets Side lunges 5 sets single leg squats 3 sets of seated calf raises 5 sets hip thrusts Total of 34 sets Upper Body Day looked like this: 2 sets of Chest Fly and push up 5 sets Chest Press superset with 5 sets Bent Over row 5 sets Lat pulldown with 5 sets biceps curls 5 sets of triceps supersets (a super set) 4 sets shoulder exercises (a super set) 3 sets Cable row alternate with 3 sets 1 minute hang Total of 37 sets During Month Two, I will switch things up considerably. Instead of one total body day and a mix of upper and lower, I’ll be doing two leg days and two upper body days each week. I can tell you right now that this will be hard. This shift is going to be tough, and I already know it. The challenge won’t just be physical—it’s also about finding the time and energy. I have a busy schedule, so the commitment to consistently hit these sessions will be a challenge. Balancing workouts with work and personal life is tricky. Being tied to having to go to the gym or even just getting a workout at home is hard. Since I work at home, I try to get out unless I’m shooting videos or tight on time. The other challenge is timing. My days start early and sometimes can stretch ...
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    45 mins
  • Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain

    Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain
    Nov 5 2024

    If you or someone in your family deals with Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s or you’re simply in midlife dealing with changing hormones, this episode and the book we’re discussing, Heal your gut, save your brain, will be one you don’t want to miss.

    My Guest:

    Dr. Partha Nandi, M.D., F.A.C.P is the creator and host of the internationally syndicated medical lifestyle television show, Ask Dr. Nandi. He is the Chief Health Editor at WXYZ ABC Detroit, a practicing physician, renowned international speaker, appearing at TEDx, medical conferences like Digestive Disease Week and keynotes for organizations such as Medtronic, Phathom Pharmaceuticals, and Eli Lilly.

    Dr. Nandi partners with global health organizations, including the Ministry of Health in Jamaica and India and WHO. He give inspiring talks to international conferences and symposia, meeting global health leaders.

    His mission, “To Be Your Own Health Hero,” incourages individuals to take control of their health. His latest book, “Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain”, explores the connection between gut and brain health.

    Questions We Answer in This Episode:

    • What inspired you to write "Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain"- [00:05:25]
    • Explain the gut-brain axis and why it is so critical for overall health?- [00:09:26]
    • How did your father’s stroke influence your research?- [00:06:38]
    • What are the most surprising connections between the gut and brain? - [00:10:15]
    • How does the gut influence conditions like depression and anxiety? - [00:12:41]
    • What are some practical steps to improve gut and brain health? - [00:18:43]
    • How do lifestyle factors such as diet, exercise, and stress management play a role in maintaining a healthy gut-brain connection? - [00:22:10]
    • Can you talk about your Five Pillars for Optimal Health? - [00:19:16]
    • Can you share real-life gut health success stories? - [00:34:08]
    • What are the key takeaways of your book, “Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain”? - [00:42:01]

    Connect with Dr. Nandi:

    https://www.AskDrNandi.com

    On Social:

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AskDrNandi/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askdrnandi/

    Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@askdrnandi

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/askdrnandi/

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/askdrnandi

    Other Episodes You Might Like:

    Your Brain Better | A No Negative Side-Effects Method:

    https://www.flippingfifty.com/your-better-brain/

    Get and Keep Your Brain Fit, Healthy, and Strong:

    https://www.flippingfifty.com/leaky-brain/

    Lose Weight, Gain Energy and Eliminate Pain with a Gut Cleanse: Dr Vincent M. Pedre:

    https://www.flippingfifty.com/lose-weight-gain-energy-and-eliminate-pain-with-a-gut-cleanse-dr-vincent-m-pedre/

    Events or Affiliate partnership we're promoting in this episode:

    Resources:

    https://www.healyourgutsaveyourbrain.com/
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    49 mins
  • I Asked Chat Gpt for 3 Menopause Strength Workouts - Here’s What I Got

    I Asked Chat Gpt for 3 Menopause Strength Workouts - Here’s What I Got
    Nov 1 2024
    Here are three strength training workouts designed specifically for women in menopause. These focus on maintaining muscle mass, boosting bone density, and supporting hormone balance. Each workout should be done 2–3 times a week, allowing at least one rest day between sessions. Workout 1: Full Body Strength (45 min) Warm-up (5-7 minutes): March in place or light walkingArm circles, leg swings, and hip openers Main workout: Squats (with or without weights) – 3 sets of 10-12 repsPush-ups (on knees or toes) – 3 sets of 8-10 repsBent-over rows (with dumbbells or a resistance band) – 3 sets of 10-12 repsStep-ups (use a sturdy chair or bench, alternate legs) – 3 sets of 10 reps per legPlank hold – 3 sets of 20-30 secondsBicep curls (dumbbells or resistance bands) – 3 sets of 10-12 repsDeadlifts (with dumbbells, focus on glutes and hamstrings) – 3 sets of 10-12 reps Cool down: (5 minutes of stretching) Focus on hamstrings, quads, chest, and back. Workout 2: Upper Body Strength (40 min) Warm-up (5-7 minutes): Light arm swings, shoulder shrugs, and walking lunges Main workout: Dumbbell chest press – 3 sets of 8-10 repsLat pull-down (or assisted pull-ups if available) – 3 sets of 8-10 repsDumbbell shoulder press – 3 sets of 8-10 repsTricep dips (use a bench or sturdy surface) – 3 sets of 10 repsHammer curls – 3 sets of 10-12 repsRenegade rows (dumbbells in a plank position) – 3 sets of 8-10 reps per sideLateral raises – 3 sets of 10-12 reps Cool down: (5 minutes of stretching) Stretch shoulders, chest, and arms.No Lower body Workout 3: Lower Body & Core Focus (45 min) Warm-up (5-7 minutes): Light squats, hip circles, and side lunges Main workout: Glute bridges – 3 sets of 12-15 repsLunges (stationary or walking) – 3 sets of 8-10 reps per legLeg press (if at the gym) or goblet squats (at home) – 3 sets of 10-12 repsSide leg raises (with or without ankle weights) – 3 sets of 12 reps per sidePlank with leg lift – 3 sets of 10-12 reps per legRussian twists – 3 sets of 20 twistsBird-dog – 3 sets of 10-12 reps per side Cool down: (5 minutes of stretching) Focus on hamstrings, glutes, and core stretches. Notes from Chat Gpt for 3 Menopause Strength Workouts “These workouts are designed to help women in menopause maintain lean muscle, improve bone health, and boost metabolism. Encourage the women to lift heavier weights as they feel stronger while maintaining proper form. Always leave room for rest and recovery to support hormone balance.” For menopause metabolism, a total body workout is generally better. Here's why: Boosts overall metabolism: Total body workouts engage multiple large muscle groups, which means more calorie burn both during and after the workout. This is great for combating the slower metabolism that often accompanies menopause.Time-efficient: A total body routine lets you hit all the major muscle groups in one session, perfect for those with busy schedules.Hormonal balance: Engaging the whole body in one session can help with better regulation of hormones like cortisol and insulin, which are crucial during menopause.More frequent stimulus: With total body workouts, you're stimulating your muscles more frequently, which helps preserve muscle mass key for maintaining a healthy metabolism. Split routines can be effective too, but total body sessions may offer more metabolic bang for your buck during menopause. Resources: 5 Day Flip: https://www.flippingfifty.com/5-day-challenge-new/Discovery Call: https://www.flippingfifty.com/wellness-coaching-for-life/Ultimate Assessment: https://www.flippingfifty.com/store/coaching-programs/private-coaching-90-min/ Other Episodes You Might Like:. Fit or Fat? Training and Measuring Fitness in Menopause: https://www.flippingfifty.com/measuring-fitness-in-menopause/Too Much or Not Enough Variety in Exercise in Menopause: https://www.flippingfifty.com/variety-in-exercise-in-menopause/5 Exercise Changes in Menopause to Overcome a Plateau: https://www.flippingfifty.com/5-exercise-changes-in-menopause-to-overcome-a-plateau/
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    30 mins
  • Better Sex In Menopause and Beyond

    Better Sex In Menopause and Beyond
    Oct 29 2024

    How’s better sex in menopause sound? For many it sounds like a distant and foreign trip.

    Sex is one of the most popular topics on the show. Many women tell me their partners are glad they’re attending. Sex is such a hot topic (see what I did there?) that low libido was a topic answered one of the first three episodes of the Flipping 50 TV show.

    Did you know there are two types of desire? And did you know that sex never has to stop?

    My Guest:

    Dr. Kelly Casperson is a urologist, public speaker, sex educator, and top international podcaster

    whose mission is empowering women to live their best lives. Dr. Kelly identified the need for

    better resources and developed a sex education class for women that covers topics like sexual

    health, intimacy, mind work, and the science of desire. She combines education, humor, and

    candor in her podcast "You Are Not Broken" where she dismantles the myths women have

    learned and normalizes healthy, enjoyable sex worth desiring, in addition to essential education

    on midlife health and hormones.

    Questions We Answer in This Episode:

    • What is the science of desire? [00:18:05]
    • What are the common myths women believe about their sexuality? [00:07:25]
    • Is there a dramatic or distinct fall off of sexual interest for women related to menopause or when does that occur? [00:13:15]
    • What are the reasons women stop being intimate in midlife? [00:12:45]
    • What are the two different types of desire? [00:18:05]
    • What is the most important thing to know about desire mismatch in a couple? [00:19:25]
    • How to find a doctor or talk to your doctor about sexual health issues and hormones [00:28:25]
    • Does a woman recognize an “issue” with sexual health? [00:26:35]

    Connect with Dr. Kelly:

    https://www.kellycaspersonmd.com

    On Social:

    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/youarentbroken
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellycaspersonmd/
    • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kellycaspersonmd

    Other Episodes You Might Like:

    • Sex Dysfunction in the City Just Like That: https://www.flippingfifty.com/sex-dysfunction/
    • Intimacy and Incontinence with The Girlfriend Doctor: https://www.flippingfifty.com/the-girlfriend-doctor/
    • Juicy New Menopause, Libido, & Intimacy Solutions: https://www.flippingfifty.com/juicy-new-menopause-libido-intimacy-solutions/

    Resources:

    • Stronger: https://www.flippingfifty.com/get-stronger/
    • 5 Day Flip: https://www.flippingfifty.com/5-day-challenge-new/
    • 90 Day Planner: https://www.flippingfifty.com/store/books-videos/90-day-planner-tracking-the-flip/
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    36 mins