120. Genetics, Hormones, and Peri-Menopause with Athlete Jenn Ryan

Crossfit Games podium athlete, my nutrition mentor, and the one who kick-started "Jenny the Nutritionist", Jenn Ryan is sharing all of her wisdom on today's episode. She shares the key components that allowed her to make huge changes to both her physique and performance in her late 30s. We discuss how genetics plays a role but how lifestyle factors may play a bigger one. We also cover the main hormonal symptoms and causes we see in our middle-aged females, how they show up in assessments and bloodwork, and how to address them.  Lastly, Jenn shares what she's focused on now at 44, to get ahead of peri-menopause.Jenn's Bio: I’m a nutrition and health coach who focuses on improving performance and helping people gain muscle and lose body fat. As someone who has qualified and competed in the CrossFit Games numerous times, I know the need for proper fueling and lifestyle habits. After 13.5 years working as an RN in the ER, I’ve moved on to my online coaching and an IV and injectable vitamin therapy business. I’ve dedicated my careertowards a more holistic and functional approach, which has worked very well in combination with my background in strength and conditioning. I work with both men and women who are looking to improve their overall health and performance markers.Jenn's Instagram:  @jenn__ryanJenn's Email:  [email protected] LIMITED TIME OFF: Work with Jenny in Create Your Shape SPRINT (8-weeks starting Sept. 28th 2026) → https://jennythenutritionist.com/create-your-shape/Book a Consultation with Jenny → https://calendly.com/jennythenutritionist/consultationFollow Jenny the Nutritionist on Instagram → @jennythenutritionist