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The Aging Grace With Andrew Blakey

The Aging Grace with Andrew Blakey is a health and fitness podcast for women over 40 who want to stay strong, active, and independent deep into the aging process. Each episode features some of the nation"s best experts, helping you cut through the noise and prioritize the actions that matter most. Leading the conversation is Andrew Blakey, one of Toronto"s top personal trainers and Kinesiology graduate with close to 10,000 hours of hands-on coaching experience. He"s helped hundreds of women start

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36 -Why Rest Is the Most Misunderstood Thing in...

The Aging Grace With Andrew Blakey ·

2026/10/14

What if the pain you’ve been living with — the achy knees, the stiff back, the shoulder that’s been bothering you for years — wasn’t a sign that you’re broken, but a message that something’s out of balance?In Part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Erin Boynton — orthopedic surgeon, elite tennis player, and one of the first women to work in both the MLB and NHL — we get into the stuff nobody tells you about injury, recovery, and what it actually takes to heal your body after 40. We cover: Why disc

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35 - Rest Isn't Always Best: Surgeon Dr Boynton On...

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2026/10/07

Joint pain after 40? If you've rested your knee, shoulder or back and the pain keeps coming back, there's a reason, and it isn't your age.This is part one of a two-part conversation with Dr. Erin Boynton, the first female orthopaedic surgeon in both Major League Baseball and the NHL. She's worked with the Toronto Blue Jays, the Maple Leafs, the Argos and the National Ballet, spent 16 years as medical director at the Rogers Cup, published over 30 research papers, and won the J. Édouard Samson Award

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34 - What You Can Actually Do About Menopause Part 2...

The Aging Grace With Andrew Blakey ·

2026/09/30

Part one of our conversation with Amanda Thebe took off and the feedback was incredible — and part two goes even deeper. This time we're getting into the practical stuff: what you can actually do, starting today, to manage your symptoms and move through this stage of life feeling stronger and more in control.Amanda and Andrew speak the truth about hormone therapy — who it's for, what it actually does, and what the research cannot support yet — and why the loudest voices on social media aren't

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33 - The Perimenopause Talk You Never Got With Amanda...

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2026/09/23

Brain fog, insomnia, vertigo, anxiety, and a doctor telling you your tests are "normal"? You're not losing your mind. It could be perimenopause.Amanda Thebe is the best-selling author of Menopocalypse, a TEDx speaker, and one of the most honest voices in women's health. After years of perimenopause symptoms and countless tests that found nothing, one doctor finally put a name to what she was going through. Now she helps women over 40 understand their bodies and get the care they deserve. In Part 1,

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32 - Everyone's Talking About Creatine. Here's Your...

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2026/09/16

Everyone's talking about creatine — but do you actually know what it does and whether it's right for you? In this episode of Aging Grace with Andrew Blakey, we break down one of the most researched supplements in existence and explain the science in a way that's simple, clear, and actually useful — especially if you're a woman over 40.If you're over 40, your body is already working against you in ways you might not realize. Muscle loss accelerates, energy declines, metabolism slows, and the risk of

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31 - The Mindset That's Quietly Sabotaging Every...

The Aging Grace With Andrew Blakey ·

2026/09/10

What if the best your body has ever looked and felt hasn't happened yet?Most women over 40 spend their energy trying to get back to something — a number on the scale, the way they looked before kids, before the chaos, before life got complicated. But what if that's the wrong target entirely? In today's episode, Andrew makes the case that the most powerful, confident, capable version of your body is not in your past. It's built right now, with the right strategy, in the body you actually have

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30 - Understanding The Root Causes Of Low Energy...

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2026/09/02

If you're doing everything "right" and still exhausted, this episode is for you.So many women over 40 are tired — not just end-of-day tired, but bone-deep, wake-up-exhausted, can't-get-through-the-afternoon tired. And too often they're told by their doctors: "You're just getting older. Deal with it." Today's guest refuses to accept that answer. Dr. Paul Hrkal is a naturopathic doctor with a specialty in neurology, hormonal health, and weight loss support. Rather than treating symptoms in

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29 - With Alexis Doss: The No-BS Guide to...

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2025/11/26

In this episode, Andrew Blakey sits down with life pivot and reinvention coach Alexis Doss to unpack a grounded, emotional, identity-driven approach to manifestation — not the Instagram version, but a blend of tough love, nervous system work, and practical tools for real change.They explore how manifestation operates in the brain (RAS), why people resist change, fear of success, identity shifts, and how to build momentum toward health, relationships, and career reinvention. This episode is part one

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28 - The Anti-Aging Secret To Help You Thrive After 40

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2025/11/24

Think aging means getting weaker, slower, and softer? Think again. Most people over 40 focus on eating clean and doing cardio—but they’re ignoring the most powerful anti-aging tool available: muscle. In this episode, I break down exactly why muscle is your best insurance policy for staying lean, strong, pain-free, and independent as you age. You’ll learn: ✅ What happens to your body if you don’t strength train after 40 ✅ Why muscle helps with metabolism, fat loss, joint pain, and longevity ✅ The

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27 -Julia Antimirova On Reclaiming Identity,...

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2025/11/12

If you’ve ever looked at your life and thought, “Somewhere along the way… I lost myself,” you’re not alone.So many people over 40 wake up one day realizing they’ve been running for years — from responsibilities, from expectations, from emotions they never made space to feel. And the scariest part isn’t slowing down… it’s what you might find when you finally do. In this episode, artist and Arting Around founder Julia Antimirova gets brutally honest about starting over, feeling empty, being a

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26 - From Surviving to Thriving: A Doctor’s Guide to...

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2025/11/05

Menopause isn’t the end of your vitality — it’s the opportunity to rewrite how you live, move, and feel. In this episode, Andrew sits down with Dr. Jennifer Zelovitzky, a leading women’s-health and menopause practitioner, to talk about what really happens to your body during this transition and how to take back control through lifestyle, movement, and mindset.They dive deep into the real-life struggles women face in midlife — from sleep issues and brain fog to weight gain and mood changes — and

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25 - The Midlife Sleep Fix: Breaking the Cycle of...

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2025/10/29

In this deep-dive episode, sleep expert Alanna McGinn joins host Andrew Blakey to unpack the truth about sleep debt, recovery, and how midlife changes the way we rest.You’ll learn: ✅ Why you can’t simply “catch up” on lost sleep over the weekend ✅ The real science behind sleep debt and how it impacts your energy, hormones, and longevity ✅ Simple, science-backed strategies to finally get restorative sleep after 40 ✅ How stress, screens, and lifestyle habits sabotage deep rest — and what to do about

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24 - TikTok Nutrition Myths: Dietitian Andy De Santis...

The Aging Grace With Andrew Blakey ·

2025/10/22

Think apple cider vinegar burns fat? Or that seed oils are literally toxic? Social media might have you believing just about anything these days — especially when it comes to nutrition.In this episode, I’m joined by registered dietitian and 11 time author Andy De Santis to break down the most viral nutrition claims on TikTok — and rate them from “that’s legit” to “call the science police.” We cover: Whether greens powders are worth the hype The truth about celery juice, ACV, and “detoxing” If

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23 - Gina Livy On Mindset Shifts That Make Weight...

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2025/04/30

In Part 2 of my conversation with Gina Livy, founder of The Livy Method, we move beyond food and into the mindset work that truly makes change stick.This episode dives into the emotional and mental side of weight loss — the part most programs ignore. We cover: Why self-sabotage isn’t what you think it is How identity and self-worth shape your progress The role of patience, personal growth, and internal trust What “showing up messy” really looks like in real life The mindset shifts that

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22 - Gina Livy on Breaking Free From Dieting,...

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2025/04/24

In this episode, I sit down with founder of The Livy Method, Gina Livy, to talk about why most diets fail — and what it really takes to lose weight in a healthy, sustainable way. She's helped over 100,000 people to lose weight and keep it off since 2018. We explore: Gina’s personal weight loss journey Why traditional diets and calorie restriction often backfire How to shift your mindset around food and weight loss What makes The Livy Method different from other programs How to break free

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21 - The Fascia Fix: Hilary Boucher on Releasing...

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2025/04/17

If you’re struggling with chronic pain, stress, or tension that just won’t go away—this episode could be the missing link.In this episode, Andrew sits down with Hilary Boucher, a Collingwood-based expert in fascia release therapy, nervous system regulation, and holistic bodywork for pain relief. Together they explore how unresolved stress, poor foot health, and fascia restrictions can impact everything from posture to emotional wellbeing. You’ll learn how somatic healing works, why traditional

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20 - Reclaim Your Calm: Kyle Buchanan on the New Era...

The Aging Grace With Andrew Blakey ·

2025/04/09

Struggling with stress that just won’t go away? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kyle Buchanan — host of The Exhale on SiriusXM Radio, The Feelgoodery podcast, and resident contributor to The Morning Show — to unpack what real stress management looks like in today’s high-pressure world.Kyle shares actionable tools for building lasting resilience, calming your nervous system, and breaking free from survival mode. Whether you’re juggling a career, family, or simply trying to stay grounded,

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19 - 5 Ways To Know If Your Feet Are Causing Your...

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2025/04/02

Did you know your feet play a massive role in how you age? Most people don’t think about foot strength and mobility—until pain, stiffness, or balance issues start creeping in. But here’s the truth: Weak, immobile feet can lead to knee pain, back problems, and even a higher risk of falls as you get older.In this episode, we dive into why foot strength is crucial for longevity, how your feet affect your entire body's movement, and simple exercises you can start doing today to improve stability,

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18 - Over 40? Do THIS daily to stay mobile, strong &...

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2025/03/26

Feeling stiff, tight, or just not moving like you used to? Stretching alone won’t fix it. If you want to stay active, strong, and pain-free after 40, you need to focus on mobility—not just flexibility.In this episode, I break down: The difference between mobility & flexibility (and why it matters) Why stretching alone won’t solve your stiffness A simple daily routine to improve mobility in just minutes The biggest mistakes that I see about mobility and flexibility training Want to improve

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17 - The Truth About Hormones, Aging, and Feeling...

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2025/03/19

Hormones play a crucial role in nearly every aspect of our health—affecting everything from weight management and energy levels to fertility and longevity. Yet, so many people struggle with hormonal imbalances without even realizing it.In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shari Caplan, Medical Director and Founder of VitalityMD, to explore the science behind hormone balance, weight loss, and longevity. Dr. Caplan is a leader in integrative and functional medicine, specializing in women’s health,

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