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I am so thrilled to bring on my expert guest today to specifically help the women out there, and especially those in perimenopause and menopause. No other than, JJ Virgin. This episode is packed with tangible tools to implement immediately in your life, science backed advice, and the knowledge to empower you to get in the best health and shape of your life, starting from where you are at…even if you are over 40.

Welcome on JJ Virgin, a triple-board certified nutrition expert and Fitness Hall of Famer, JJ is a passionate advocate of the healing power of nutrition, and is mission driven to change the way the world sees aging and longevity.

JJ is the author of four NY Times bestsellers: The Virgin Diet, The Virgin Diet Cookbook, JJ Virgin’s Sugar Impact Diet, and JJ Virgin’s Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook. Her most recent book, Warrior Mom: 7 Secrets to Bold, Brave Resilience, shares the inspirational lessons JJ learned as she fought for her son’s life.

Evidence of JJ’s far-reaching impact can be seen in the millions of views on her YouTube channel, Instagram and Facebook, and through her popular podcast Well Beyond 40 with JJ Virgin, which has more than 19 million downloads and counting.

Now let’s talk about this subject:

“Aging Powerfully: Feeling And Looking Your Best At Age 40 And Beyond. Improving Metabolic Health, Insulin Sensitivity, Lean Muscle, And Protein Intake”

In this episode, JJ Virgin discusses the importance of aging powerfully and debunking myths about fitness and aging. She emphasizes the need for strength training and building muscle, as well as the role of mindset in approaching fitness differently. JJ also highlights the importance of DEXA scans for body composition analysis and reframing weight loss as metabolic health. She discusses the impact of sleep, stress, and hormones on weight loss, and the importance of optimizing thyroid function and metabolism. Finally, JJ emphasizes the value of functional tests and tracking food intake for optimal health and weight management. In this conversation, JJ Virgin discusses the importance of balancing blood sugar and healthy eating. She emphasizes that stable blood sugar alone is not enough for weight management and highlights the need for a well-rounded diet. JJ also explains the essential role of protein for women, especially as they age, in weight loss and muscle building. She emphasizes the importance of essential amino acids and the need for higher protein intake as we age. JJ provides recommendations for protein intake and discusses the benefits of supplements, including creatine. Finally, JJ emphasizes the importance of resistance training and encourages individuals to push beyond their comfort zones, as they are stronger than they think.

“Don’t sweat the small stuff”

We Talk About:

  • Aging Powerfully
  • The Importance of Strength Training and Building Muscle
  • The Shift in Mindset and Approaching Fitness Differently
  • Debunking Myths about Aging and Fitness
  • The Importance of DEXA Scans and Body Composition
  • Reframing Weight Loss and Metabolic Health
  • Addressing Diet, Nutrition, and Caloric Restriction
  • The Impact of Sleep, Stress, and Hormones on Weight Loss
  • Optimizing Thyroid Function and Metabolism
  • Functional Tests and Tracking Food Intake
  • Balancing Blood Sugar and Healthy Eating
  • The Importance of Protein for Women
  • The Role of Protein in Muscle Protein Synthesis
  • The Importance of Essential Amino Acids
  • Protein Intake and Intermittent Fasting
  • Recommended Protein Intake
  • Supplements for Women
  • The Importance of Supplements
  • JJ’s Non-Negotiable Supplements
  • The Benefits of Creatine and Mitopure
  • The Importance of Resistance Training
  • You Are Stronger Than You Think

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“If you were to leave with us a piece of wisdom you have learned in your life’s journey, what would that life lesson be that you would love to share with us today?

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