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Well Beyond 40

Well Beyond 40 with JJ Virgin is the podcast for women who want to age powerfully and enjoy the best chapter of their lives. It’s YOUR turn now to focus on nutrition, wellness, fitness, mindfulness, and beauty. Refuel your body. Reignite your wellness. Renew your passion. Fall (back) in love with your life, and discover what it means to age powerfully. Every information-packed episode combines cutting-edge science, pearls of wisdom from JJ’s four decades as a health and wellness leader and the

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18:41

Move to Boost: Exercise Strategies to Ignite Your...

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/10/27

How can you exercise smarter after 40 to burn fat, build muscle, and keep your metabolism strong?In this episode, I break down how to exercise smarter—not harder—so you can ignite your metabolism after 40. I share the three pillars of metabolic fitness: moving more throughout your day, lifting weights to build muscle, and adding short bursts of high-intensity cardio. You’ll learn how to create a powerful workout routine that helps you burn fat, stay strong, and feel amazing—without spending

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53:13

How Exercise Can Transform Mental Health and...

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2025/10/22

What if the most powerful antidepressant isn’t in a pill, but in your sneakers? In this episode, I speak with Dr. Nicholas Fabiano about the science behind why movement can be as effective as antidepressants. We also explore the social and psychological benefits of staying active and how even small steps can spark powerful change. You’ll also hear fascinating insights about creatine, brain energy, and how lifestyle prescriptions may soon reshape the future of psychiatry. Dr. Nicholas Fabiano

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24:01

Food as Fuel: Eating to Reignite Your Metabolism

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2025/10/20

If you’ve been unintentionally slowing down your metabolism by eating the wrong foods, what can you do about it? In this episode, I’ll show you how to use food as fuel to reignite your metabolism—especially during midlife. You’ll learn why protein is your metabolism’s best friend, how carbs and fats can either work for or against you, and how gut health shapes your body’s ability to burn fat. With this episode, my goal is to help you move beyond counting calories and start eating in a way that

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49:20

The Truth About Perimenopause and Metabolic Health...

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/10/15

In this episode, I sit down with my friend and powerhouse advocate for women’s health, Dr. Mariza Snyder, to talk about her latest book, The Perimenopause Revolution, and more. Dr. Mariza and I dive into the chaos, confusion, and opportunity that midlife brings—and why perimenopause is so much more than “just aging.” Together, we explore how to rebuild energy, protect your metabolism, and thrive through hormonal transitions using science-backed strategies that truly work.Dr. Mariza Snyder is a

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17:55

Muscle-First Metabolism: The Key to Midlife Weight...

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/10/13

Join me, JJ Virgin, in this 5-part series where each episode tackles the real reasons weight loss stalls in midlife, from muscle loss and food choices to exercise, hormones, stress, and recovery. This series is about reclaiming your metabolism, building muscle, balancing hormones, healing your gut, and breaking free from weight-loss frustration. Remember: you have to get healthy to lose weight, not lose weight to get healthy. In this episode, I break down why traditional dieting methods fail

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52:32

The Untold Longevity Secrets of GLP-1s and Thyroid...

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/10/08

How can GLP-1 medications reduce inflammation and improve long-term health outcomes for you beyond weight loss?In this episode, JJ talks with thyroid and metabolic health expert McCall McPherson about the powerful connection between GLP-1 medications, inflammation, and thyroid function. Together they reveal why these therapies are about far more than weight loss and how they can unlock vitality, restore balance, and protect long-term health. This conversation will open your eyes to the

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34:25

What Your Plate Should Look Like for Fat Loss

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/10/07

In this episode, I break down the science of building a fat-loss-friendly plate. I share why protein is your anchor, why fiber is a game changer, and how healthy fats and slow, low carbs keep your body satisfied and your metabolism strong. With practical tips, research-backed insights, and my own tried-and-true strategies, I make it simple to eat in a way that supports fat loss without sacrificing muscle or sanity. What you’ll learn: (01:00) Why being in a caloric deficit is non-negotiable for

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46:27

Lose Your Mind to Reclaim Your Health with Josh Pais

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/10/01

How can you transform stress and anxiety into creative energy?In this episode, JJ Virgin talks with actor, teacher, and author Josh Pais to explore the surprising connections between emotions, health, and creativity. Josh shares how his struggles with anxiety led him to discover a new way of understanding feelings as vibrations rather than problems to fix. Together, they dive into how presence, play, and embracing the full range of human sensations can unlock creativity, authenticity, and better

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20:03

Animal vs. Plant Protein

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2025/09/29

It’s not tofu versus steak. It’s both. There’s a battle raging in the health world over plant vs. animal protein—but the truth is, this isn’t an either/or game. It’s about combining the best of both to fuel muscle, metabolism, and longevity. In this episode, JJ Virgin breaks down the science of protein for women over 40 and shows how to use both plant and animal proteins to: 1. Hit your macros without overeating calories. 2. Burn fat while protecting hard-earned muscle. 3. Balance hunger

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72:04

Ancestral Health for Women: Hunter-Gatherer Lessons...

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/09/24

"I struggled to complete the fifth pushup, and I was horrified because it used to be 50 on my knuckles per set. What happened to me?" - Eric EdmeadesI've been fascinated by ancestral nutrition since my early days studying with Dr. Loren Cordain, but nothing prepared me for what I learned from Eric Edmeades, who has spent 15 years living with the Hadza people in Tanzania. As an honorary member of one of the last true hunter-gatherer tribes, Eric has witnessed firsthand what our bodies were designed

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28:08

The Ultimate Creatine Guide for Women Over 40

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/09/21

Download my Ultimate Creatine Guide for Women before listening so you can read along and get the most out of the episode.You know that feeling when you discover something that completely changes your perspective on health? That's exactly what happened to me with creatine. For years, I avoided this supplement because of outdated misconceptions, but the research on creatine benefits for women over 40 has blown me away. Here's the reality: we actually need creatine MORE than men do, yet most of us

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65:50

Why Most Women Over 40 Struggle with Weight Loss (And...

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2025/09/17

"All animals on earth and humans will eat until they get enough protein. You're basically gonna eat and eat and eat until you get enough protein. And only then are you gonna stop eating." - Dr. Ted Naiman I've been studying nutrition for decades, but when I discovered Dr. Ted Naiman's work on protein leverage, everything clicked into place. He is a brilliant primary care physician who grew tired of watching his patients gain weight despite trying every diet available. So he did what any good

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19:55

The Truth About Breakfast and Fat Loss for Women Over 40

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2025/09/14

The intermittent fasting craze has left so many of us confused about whether we should eat breakfast or skip it entirely. I've watched women swing from one extreme to the other - from grabbing a muffin and latte on the run to forcing themselves to wait until noon to eat their first meal. But here's what I've learned after years of working with women in midlife: there's no one-size-fits-all answer, but there IS a sweet spot that works for most of us.When I see women struggling with energy crashes,

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50:20

The Truth About Breast Implant Illness & Safe...

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/09/10

"The women have been very intuitive. They know when something's not right. And I give credit to the patients for not listening to folks telling them that there's nothing wrong." - Dr. Robert Whitfield If you've ever felt like your body was trying to tell you something but medical professionals dismissed your concerns, what would it mean to finally have validation and a path forward? I've been wanting to have this conversation for years, but I waited until I could sit down with the right expert -

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30:24

Build Muscle While Burning Fat: My Science-Based...

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2025/09/07

After 30+ years of helping women transform their bodies, I'm sharing the exact fat loss strategy that actually works—and it's not what you've been told. If you're tired of the "eat less, exercise more" approach that left you exhausted and metabolically damaged (like it did for 95% of people who try it), this episode is your game-changer. I'm breaking down why calories aren't just calories, how to protect your precious metabolism-boosting muscle during fat loss, and the specific workout and nutrition

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49:02

The Biology of Trauma with Dr. Aimie Apigian

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/09/03

"Trauma becomes a burden that the body carries…and it's up to you to decide, do I still want to carry this or do I want to put it down?" - Dr. Aimie Apigian You know how some women say they sailed through menopause like it was no big deal, while others struggle intensely with symptoms that seem to come out of nowhere? I used to think it was just hormones and genetics, but what I've discovered through my conversation with Dr. Aimie Apigian completely shifted my perspective on trauma healing women

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22:03

Why I'm Breaking Up with My Bathroom Scale (And You...

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/08/31

After decades in the health industry, I'm on a mission to get rid of traditional scales. Here's why: We've been focusing on the wrong metric for far too long, and it's doing real metabolic damage, especially to women over 40. In this episode, I'm diving into everything I've learned about body composition through my doctoral studies and 30+ years of experience working with thousands of women.The truth is, muscle is your organ of longevity, and starting around age 30, we can lose up to 1% of our

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71:36

Hidden Food Additives Sabotaging Women Over 40 with...

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/08/27

"We have allowed about 10,000 additives into our food supply. In the EU, they allow around 300 to 400 additives depending on what country you're looking at. 300 to 400 versus 10,000 is a large leap." - Courtney Swan The shocking truth about what's really in our food will make you rethink everything sitting in your pantry right now. After spending time in Europe and feeling amazing while eating "everything," I knew something was fundamentally broken with our American food system. My guest today,

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22:27

I Tested 10 Viral Health Trends So You Don't Have To...

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/08/24

Join me in the JJ Virgin Lifestyle Community Facebook group!I get it - your social media feeds are absolutely flooded with the latest "miracle" solutions, and honestly, it can feel overwhelming trying to figure out what's actually worth your time, money, and energy. As women over 40, we don't have the luxury of experimenting with every trend that promises transformation. We need real results, not just pretty packaging. That's exactly why I decided to dive deep into the top 10 health trends women

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63:04

Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer Survivors with Dr....

Well Beyond 40 ·

2025/08/20

"No one should suffer. I think a lot of cancer survivors get told, be thankful you're alive. We've got all these wonderful treatments. We will keep you alive and just deal with the side effects of treatments, and that just isn't true." - Dr. Mindy Goldman When I sat across from Dr. Mindy Goldman at dinner the night before Tamsen Fadal's World's Hottest Menopause Party, I knew I had to get her on the podcast. As someone who's spent decades watching women suffer in silence after breast cancer

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