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Health, Fitness & Personal Growth Tips for Women in Midlife: Asking for a Friend

Michele Henning Folan

Are you ready to make the most of your midlife years but feel like your health isn"t quite where it should be? Maybe menopause has been tough on you, and you"re not sure how to get back on track with your fitness, nutrition, and overall well-being.Asking for a Friend is the podcast where midlife women get the answers they need to take control of their health and happiness. We bring in experts to answer your burning questions on fitness, wellness, and mental well-being, and share stories of women

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36:33

Ep.123 Women's Cardiovascular Health: Dr. Odayme...

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2024/09/23

Joining me is Dr. Odayme Quesada, esteemed director of the Christ Hospital Women's Heart Center, who brings invaluable insight into women's heart health. Discover the often-overlooked symptoms of heart attacks in women—like jaw pain and nausea—and understand the distinct risk factors that make women's cardiovascular health unique. Dr. Quesada shares her extensive expertise on how conditions like preeclampsia, early menopause, and genetic predispositions can impact long-term heart health,...

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Ep.122 Breast Implant Illness, The No-Cut Face Lift...

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2024/09/16

I'm excited to welcome Robert Whitfield, MD, a world-renowned holistic plastic surgeon with a specialization in breast implant illness (BII). Since recording this episode, I have heard two other health and fitness influencers talk about their experiences with Dr. Whitfield and explant surgery. Both raved about his knowledge and thoroughness in the process and were very happy with their results and the care they received. Dr. Whitfield’s background, from his upbringing in Las Vegas to his...

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Ep.121 Late Bloomer Living: Yvonne Marchese on...

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2024/09/09

What is midlife and how do we define ourselves in this phase? I don't believe that we have to fit in a neat little box. Haven't we earned the right to step out with confidence, to explore what lights us up, and not be held to some outdated standard? I've always said that staying stuck because you fear change may be the scariest proposition of all. Reinvention and exploration is a gift we can give ourselves and it doesn't cost a thing. Transform your midlife with the inspiring Yvonne Marc...

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Ep.120 Empathy, Boundaries, and Mental Health in...

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2024/09/02

I received a request from a listener to cover the topic of challenging relationships with adult children, and I was floored to get many responses from other listeners who were also having similar issues with grown kids. On this week's episode, I sit down with the esteemed Dr. Gail Saltz, a clinical associate professor of psychiatry and psychoanalyst, columnist, bestselling author, and television commentator. You know the old saying, bigger kids, bigger problems. Ever wondered how to mana...

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Ep.119 Finding Peace Through Organization: Creating a...

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2024/08/26

We speak to entrepreneur Lisa Woodruff, CEO of Organize 365, who shares her inspiring journey from teacher and stay-at-home mom to organizational expert. Learn how she conquered challenges and built a thriving business dedicated to helping people rediscover the joy in a well-organized home.Our discussion dives deep into the mental toll disorganization can take on your life. Lisa and I explore the pressures of living up to society's picture-perfect home ideals, often leading to feelings of ina...

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Ep.118 Rebekah Rotstein and Your Bone Health:...

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2024/08/19

Have you already been diagnosed with osteoporosis or have a strong family history for fracture? Join me as I sit down with Rebekah Rotstein, the inspiring founder of Buff Bones, who shares her personal journey of overcoming an osteoporosis diagnosis in her twenties. She offers invaluable insights on bone health, especially through menopause. Discover the early interventions and consistent self-care strategies that Rebekah's own mother has employed, which played a profound role in bouncing bac...

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Ep.117 What Your Poo Is Telling You: Gut and...

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2024/08/12

We've all been there. A gurgly gut at the wrong time or place. Maybe you've experienced constipation that has lasted for days, or unexplained bloating and gas that makes you feel like you're six months pregnant. These can be occasional annoyances, but some women live with these symptoms on a daily basis. We are often quick to say it's irritable bowel syndrome, but how do we really know? Anna Mapson, a registered nutritional therapist specializing in IBS and gut health, offers her invaluable i...

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Improving Mental Health and Personal Control:...

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2024/08/05

The mind is amazingly powerful, and we have more control over our brains than we sometimes think. In episode 56, we discussed dialectical behavioral therapy and midlife mental well-being. In this episode, we will dive into emotional brain training or EBT, and how it can be used in many ways with long-lasting results. We are joined by Laurel Mellin, PhD, a pioneering health psychologist, founder of Emotional Brain Training (EBT), and New York Times bestselling author. She shares her deepl...

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Ep.115 Busting Menopause Myths: Laura Lamb on Weight...

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2024/07/29

Is your approach to midlife health and wellness stuck in the past? On this episode of Asking for a Friend, we unravel the complexities of midlife body changes with a focus on metabolism, diet, and exercise. Join me, Michele Folan, as we challenge the myths perpetuated by diet culture and reveal the benefits of balanced nutrition and weight lifting. I'm honored to have Laura Lamb, a menopause practitioner and founder of the Menopause Lab, as our guest. Laura talks about her own journey from a ...

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Ep.114 Building Resilience and Community in Dementia...

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2024/07/22

Some of us have already been thrust into the role of caregiver. For many, this has meant the loving call to duty as our parents have aged or have had failing health. No one prepares you for the emotional and physical toll of, not only caring for the loved one, but also the added stress of the daily responsibilities we already had on our plates. But what if the person in our care is our spouse or partner? We may not have the luxury of a team of siblings to act as backup. There's much to learn ...

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Ep.113 Hormone Therapy and Weight Loss:...

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2024/07/15

In this episode, we are excited to welcome back Dr. Nicole Lovat, a specialist in women's health and hormone therapy. Dr. Lovat opens up about her career transition from primary care to hormone therapy and shares the latest advancements in hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and weight loss, offering invaluable insights for anyone facing midlife health challenges.Discover the profound benefits of hormone replacement therapy for women going through perimenopause and menopause. From understanding...

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Ep.112 Harnessing Mindset and Gratitude for Health...

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2024/07/08

Can a shift in mindset revolutionize your health and wellness? Join us in this compelling episode as we explore the journey of a remarkable woman like Trish, known as This Phoenix Rising on social media. We uncover the undeniable power of mindset in achieving health goals without resorting to extreme measures. Trish shares the incredible impact a serious illness in March 2020 had on her life, driving her to make significant health improvements driven largely by a change in mindset.Discover th...

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Ep.111 Achieving Sobriety and Midlife Authenticity: A...

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2024/07/01

Dry January, Dry July, Sober October, or a Tuesday... there never seems to be an ideal time to try white-knuckling it through 30 days of no alcohol. It is always the wedding, family reunion, vacation, or birthday that stands in the way of completing this sometimes daunting task. But what might you gain from giving your body and mind a break from drinking? Are you concerned that you might find you like life better and feel great without it? Many of my guests on the podcast are women, just...

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Ep.110 Sustainable Health, Fitness & Nutritional...

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2024/06/24

Ready to transform your midlife health and fitness journey? Join us as we explore the incredible transformation of Sarah Bradley, a certified integrative nutrition health coach and Faster Way coach. Sarah shares her compelling story of transitioning from a finance career to her current passion, emphasizing the importance of sustainable fitness and nutrition plans for women in their 40s and beyond. You’ll be inspired by her personal experiences and practical advice on maintaining weight loss t...

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Ep.109 Transforming Pain into Purpose: Embracing...

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2024/06/17

Life is precious, and when we are thrown into the depths of despair after the loss of a loved one, you may never feel like you get to the other side, where every day doesn't make you wonder when the grip of sorrow will release its hold. Slowly, we gain the strength to begin to piece together what is to be. There is a saying, "Sometimes what breaks us recreates us." How do you find the strength to move forward after an unimaginable loss? Our guest, Maura Mitchell, opens up about her journ...

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Ep.108 Finding True Love Over 50: Transformative...

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2024/06/10

Roughly thirty percent of women aged 50-64 are single, and while there are plenty of dating apps out there to assist in the search for companionship, they aren't always ideal and can be overwhelming. There can be important work to be done on the front end before we dive into the dating abyss. Do you really know what you are looking for in a partner? Are you fearful of repeating past errors in the choices you've made? Or are you that compassionate friend who is always helping a friend thr...

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Ep.107 Reclaiming Intimacy and Knowing Yourself...

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2024/06/03

What if navigating menopause could be a transformative phase rather than a challenging ordeal? Join us as we welcome Gabriella Espinosa, a menopause and sexual wellness coach, who shares her deeply personal journey from a passionate courtship and early motherhood to the unexpected trials of perimenopause. Gabriella’s story highlights the often-overlooked aspects of this life stage, underscoring the importance of self-awareness and the need for open conversations surrounding menopause.Gabriell...

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Ep.106 From Cult to Comedy: Shannon Payton Discovers...

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2024/05/27

Our travel through health and wellness on the podcast doesn't end with menopause, diets, and dumbbells; today we venture into the tangled realm of cults with Shannon Payton. Her raw account, as a survivor and thriver, of a youth and adult spent within the restrictive walls of a religious cult, not only educates but also empowers, as she recounts her evolution with a resilience that's both poignant and humorous.Life inside a religious cult isn't a tale often told with candid laughter and heart...

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Ep.105 From Confusion to Clarity: A Midlife Tale of...

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2024/05/20

When my midlife health and wellness took a troubling turn in my fifties, I went on my own search to find answers to get my body back and feel good again. My journey sits at the heart of our latest episode, joined by the resilient Stephanie Shaw, who shares her bewildering health crisis. Stephanie's tale is a stark reminder of the crucial role self-advocacy plays, especially when navigating the murky waters of perimenopause and menopause. Together, we peel back the layers of a holistic approac...

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The Art of Midlife Reinvention: New Horizons in...

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2024/05/13

Susie deVille, anthropologist and human behavior specialist, is the Founder & CEO of the Innovation & Creativity Institute. She joins me to impart her wisdom on building a 'moat' around yourself to concentrate energy on fresh endeavors and allowing our innate creativity to shine through. As we move through the seasons of life, creativity often blossoms in the most unexpected places. Susie uncovered her artistic side amidst a period she terms her "nuclear winter," which included battli...

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