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PODCAST

Menopause, Melanin & Aging Like A Queen

Samantha Montpetit-Huynh

Menopause, anti-diet culture, anti-racism and disrupting the stigma when it comes to fitness and health especially in the menopause space.

health & fitness

All Episodes

13:03

Finding Yourself Again After Divorce In Menopause

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2025/06/02

Send us a text In this deeply personal and powerful episode, I open up about navigating life after a 30-year relationship and the unexpected journey of rediscovering who I am at 54. Divorce during menopause isn’t something we talk about enough—but it’s happening more than we think. I share my own story of love, loss, pride, grief, and growth—from learning how to use the lawn mower to letting go of the future I once envisioned. You’ll hear about the emotional rollercoaster of becoming single a...

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Episode 48 - The MOST Powerful Shift In Menopause

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2025/05/26

Send us a text In this powerful episode, we unpack one of the most important—and overlooked—transformations that happens during menopause: the mindset shift. Host [Your Name], menopause health coach and midlife empowerment expert, dives deep into why so many women spend decades chasing smaller bodies in hopes of finally feeling confident, sexy, and at peace—and why that rarely works. You’ll hear raw truths, heartfelt stories (including one about a woman who lost 100 pounds... and her colon), ...

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Episode 47 - Why I No Longer Focus on Weight Loss...

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2025/05/19

Send us a text In this powerful and honest episode, I’m sharing why I’ve completely shifted away from focusing on weight loss in my coaching—and why it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made, both for myself and my clients. We, Gen X women, were raised on diet culture. From the 20 Minute Workout to cabbage soup diets, we were taught that smaller was better, cardio was queen, and our value was tied to the number on the scale. But menopause changes everything—and those outdated rules don’t ...

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Episode 46 - Menopause and Mother's Day

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2025/05/12

Send us a text Mother’s Day hits different in midlife — and that’s not a bad thing. In this heartfelt and humorous episode, I reflect on how Mother’s Day has evolved now that my daughters are grown, I’m navigating menopause, and life looks nothing like it did when I was juggling diaper bags, walkers, and brunch reservations all at once. From the chaos of early motherhood to the quiet confidence that comes with age (and lower estrogen levels — shoutout to my naturopath!), I’m sharing personal ...

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Episode 45 - What to Do When You’ve Done “All the...

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2025/05/05

Send us a text You’re eating right. You’re lifting weights. You’re walking, stretching, sleeping, meditating, managing stress… You’re doing all the things — and yet, the scale won’t budge. Sound familiar? You are not alone — and you are not broken. In today’s episode, we’re having an honest, heart-to-heart conversation about what it means to redefine success in midlife, especially when it feels like your body isn’t responding the way it used to — no matter how hard you...

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Episode 44 - The Invisible Struggle — Black Women,...

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2025/04/28

Send us a text In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Samantha shines a light on the often overlooked experiences of Black women navigating menopause. From the cultural pressure to "stay strong" to the harsh reality of medical gaslighting, this conversation explores why so many Black women suffer in silence — and what we can do to change that. You'll learn about the historical roots of medical dismissal, how menopause symptoms show up uniquely for Black women, and practical steps to advocate...

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Episode 43 - Menopause, Melanin & Redefining Beauty,...

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2025/04/21

Send us a text In this powerful solo episode, I’m getting real about the intersection of aging, beauty, and Black womanhood—and how we’re flipping the script on what it means to be “beautiful” in midlife and beyond. For too long, society has tied our worth to youth, thinness, and perfection. But what happens when the laugh lines deepen, the curves shift, and the world tells us we’re no longer desirable? We redefine what beauty means—on our own terms. I’m talking about: Why mainstream beauty s...

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Episode 42 - Mobility, Flexibility and Menopause

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2025/04/14

Send us a text In this empowering episode, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked but essential aspects of midlife health—mobility, flexibility, and injury prevention during menopause. If your body feels stiff, achy, or just not as responsive as it used to be, you are not alone—and you are not broken. Join me as I break down: The difference between mobility and flexibility (and why you need both)How hormonal shifts impact your joints, muscles, and injury riskSimple daily practices to im...

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Episode 41 - Menopause and Libido

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2025/04/07

Send us a text In this powerful and personal episode, I’m diving deep into a topic that doesn’t get talked about enough—libido and menopause. If you’ve ever felt like your spark disappeared or your desire hit the pause button, you’re not alone—and it’s not just “in your head.” We explore the real, biological shifts happening in your body, including the decline of testosterone and estrogen, and how they affect everything from your sex drive to your energy, motivation, and even your joy. You’ll...

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Episode 40 - Progressive Overload

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2025/03/31

Send us a text Are you feeling stuck in your strength training routine? It might be time to level up with progressive overload! In this episode, I break down what progressive overload is and how you can safely increase weights—starting with small increments (2.5 lbs for upper body, 5-10 lbs for lower body) and using the "drop and finish" method to build strength gradually. But lifting heavier isn’t the only way to challenge your muscles! I’ll also share how switching up your exercise order, i...

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Episode 39 - Stress and Menopause

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2025/03/24

Send us a text In this episode, we’re diving deep into the connection between stress and menopause—why stress feels so much harder during this stage of life and how it impacts everything from sleep and weight gain to digestion, mood, and heart health. We’ll break down the role of cortisol (it’s not all bad!) and why chronic stress can lead to adrenal fatigue, anxiety, and even heart palpitations. More importantly, I’ll share actionable solutions to help you manage stress naturally, including ...

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Episode 38 - Flip Flops & Hot Flashes ✨ Magic ✨

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2025/03/17

Send us a text In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of my very first Flip Flops & Hot Flashes menopause retreat in Nosara, Costa Rica—a transformative experience that brought together 12 incredible women from all walks of life. We laughed, cried, moved our bodies, embraced stillness, and formed an unbreakable sisterhood. From sunrise meditation and strength training to sensual dance, a traditional cacao ceremony, and optional adventures like ATV rides to jungle waterfalls and cat...

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Episode 37 - Menopause, Marriage and How to Talk To...

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2025/03/10

Send us a text Did you know that the peak years for divorce are between 45-55—right in the middle of menopause? Studies show that 7 out of 10 women blame menopause for the breakdown of their marriage. But here’s the thing—many women don’t even realize menopause is at play, and their partners are left confused and frustrated. In this episode of Menopause, Melanin, and Aging Like a Queen, I’m getting real about the impact of menopause on relationships and why having open, honest conversations w...

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Episode 36 - Menopause and Patience

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2025/03/03

Send us a text Menopause brings significant hormonal changes that affect everything from metabolism and energy levels to sleep, mood, and weight management. In this episode, I discuss why patience is key to navigating these shifts and how embracing a long-term mindset can lead to better health and happiness. I break down how patience applies to different aspects of menopause: Exercise: Our bodies respond differently to workouts now—progress takes time, but consistency leads to sustainable str...

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Episode 35 - Why it is SO hard to change.

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2025/02/24

Send us a text Ever feel like no matter how hard you try, lasting change just won’t stick? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down why transformation—whether in fitness, menopause, or mindset—is so damn hard. And spoiler alert: the biggest obstacle isn’t your schedule, your age, or even menopause itself—it’s you. We’ve been programmed by diet culture, social media, and outdated beliefs to chase an unrealistic ideal. But real change isn’t about quick fixes, deprivation, or extreme...

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Episode 34 - Menopause and new friendships

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2025/02/17

Send us a text For so long, we’ve been told that menopause is the beginning of the end—but what if it’s actually a new beginning? In this episode of Menopause, Melanin, and Aging Like a Queen, I’m flipping the script on midlife and sharing why menopause is an opportunity to rediscover yourself, find new passions, and build the life you truly desire. I’ll be diving into: ✨ Why so many of us lose ourselves in motherhood, marriage, and careers—and how menopause gives us the chance to reclaim our...

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Episode 33 - It is HARD AF being a woman

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2025/02/10

Send us a text Thank you for listening and I would like to invite you to a special event. Our First, ever, 5 star Luxury Retreat for menopausal women in Nosara, Costa Rica in March 2025. Allow me to introduce you to Flip Flops & Hot Flashes – where you will be guided through a transformative experience, created for menopausal women BY menopausal women. https://www.samcoretrainer.com/flip-flops-and-hot-flashes-retreat-march-2025 Thank you for listening.

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Episode 32 - The BIGGEST barrier to weight loss in...

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2025/02/03

Send us a text In this episode, Samantha shares what the biggest barrier to weight-loss is, especially as you are transitioning through menopause. And it's not what you think. As women, we often think that we have to do "more", be more disciplined and work harder because that's what we have always done but now that we have hit menopause, that strategy no longer works and it often backfires. Menopause weight gain is very real and it's understandable that you might feel frustrated with all o...

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Episode 31 - HRT Is Not a "Magic Bullet"

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2025/01/27

Send us a textIn this episode, Samantha talks about many of the misconceptions around Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), what it really means and what to consider if it's an option for you.You can watch her Instagram LIVE interview with Dr. Van-Horne HERE.Estrogen Matters BookFollow Sam on Instagram HEREFollow Sam on Facebook HERECheck out her website at samcoretrainer.comThank you for listening and I would like to invite you to a special event.Our First, ever, 5 star Luxury Retreat for menop...

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Episode 30 - The MOST important muscle to train in...

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2025/01/20

Send us a textIn this episode, Samantha talks about THE most important muscle to train in menopause and although your legs are your biggest muscles and they shouold be trained accordingly, that is not what we are talking about here.The most important muscle is consistency. That ONE THING that you are very good at (with everything else), but when it comes to yourself....not so much.Samantha shares what is necessary to train this muscle and how this is the ONLY way to truly get what it is that ...

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