In this episode, host Vicky sits down with Michelle Bazinet, Certified Menopause Coach, fitness professional, and creator of the Midlife Magic program, to explore the truth about perimenopause, menopause, and women’s health in midlife.

You’ll learn how to:

Understand why nutrition choices feel harder than workouts (and how to simplify them)
Spot the hidden impact of cortisol, poor sleep, and late-night cravings on belly fat
Be “calorie curious” instead of calorie obsessed and why it matters for sustainable weight management
Use movement beyond the gym (yes, those 10K steps are more important than you think)
Create healthy habits that stick without restriction or all-or-nothing thinking
Balance hormones, stress, and lifestyle choices through Michelle’s 7 Pillars for Effective Weight & Hormone Management
Shift your mindset so weight loss isn’t about perfection, but about dancing in the gray

Michelle also shares her own midlife journey—from gaining 25 pounds as a health professional to discovering how mindset, consistency, and gradual changes helped her loose the weight without dieting.

👉 If you’ve ever felt like your body is out of control during perimenopause or menopause, this conversation will give you clarity, confidence, and practical strategies to take back your health.

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We talk about:

00:00 Introduction
03:11 Understanding Perimenopause and Menopause
06:17 The Importance of Nutrition and Lifestyle Changes
09:12 Calorie Awareness and Healthy Eating Habits
10:30 Balancing Treats and Healthy Choices
18:03 Midlife Magic Program Overview
18:53 Discovering the Passion for Health and Wellness
19:55 Starting a Coaching Practice
20:23 Creating a Membership Program
22:14 The Seven Pillars for Effective Weight Management
23:33 Mindset and Lifelong Journey
28:39 Importance of Strength Training
30:48 Proactive Health and Aging

Grab Your Free Handout:

A Guide to Clearer Thinking, 10 Powerful Factors Enhancing Brain Health

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Connect with Michelle

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellebazinet_/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/654553103330901
https://www.michellebazinet.com/

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DISCLAIMER: As a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, my job is to promote personal awareness and is for educational purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose diseases or treatments.You must see a medical professional for a diagnosis or treatment.

This Podcast is brought to you by VOLT Productions (www.voltproductions.co).