#215 - How to Navigate Menopause and Transform Your Body with Laura Heikkila

Published: Jan. 8, 2024, 10:01 a.m.

Summary:

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In this episode, Diane is joined by 55-year-old holistic health practitioner, menopause specialist and fitness and nutrition coach, Laura Heikkila. Together, they\u2019re breaking the stigma that aging is a bad thing. From perimenopause and lifestyle factors to hormone replacement therapy and weight training, Diane and Laura talk about how to transform your life if you\u2019re in your 40s and beyond.

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Key Takeaways:

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  • 02:10 - Meet Laura and how she got started as a holistic health practitioner and menopause specialist
  • 06:19 - Peri-menopausal symptoms & common problems that women experience
  • 08:09 - Top recommendations for women approaching peri-menopause
  • 09:33 - Biggest nutrition mistakes in this demographic
  • 13:04 - Next steps if women are experiencing peri-menopausal symptoms or having hormonal issues
  • 15:13 - The problem with traditional doctors & medicine
  • 17:40 - The pros & cons of hormone replacement therapy
  • 22:01 - Laura shares her journey with muscle-building over 40-years-old
  • 29:37 - Advice for women starting out with muscle-building & setting realistic expectations
  • 32:51 - You need to know this if you\u2019re transitioning from cardio classes to muscle building!
  • 35:41 - How to stay motivated when starting your health and fitness journey
  • 38:26 - Laura\u2019s current fitness and nutrition non-negotiable habits
  • 44:02 - Why tracking your food can be a game changer when setting your fitness goals
  • 45:41 - Laura\u2019s overall message & mission for women over 40

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