217:Real Talk for 40+ Fitness: Strength, Maintenance, and Myth-Busting with Kylie Larson

OVERVIEW: In this episode, we welcome Kylie Larson, a dedicated fitness coach who helps women navigate perimenopause. Kylie dives into practical strategies tailored for women in their 40s and beyond, shedding light on realistic fitness and nutrition practices that work with your body rather than against it. Key Discussion Points: Strength Training in Your 40s and Beyond:Kylie explains why strength training is crucial as you age, detailing how it supports muscle mass, boosts metabolism, and enhances overall well-being. Why You Can't Stay in a Caloric Deficit Year Round:Discover the challenges of prolonged caloric deficits and learn why shifting to a maintenance eating plan is vital for long-term health and sustainable energy levels. The Importance of Eating at Maintenance:Kylie discusses how maintaining a balanced calorie intake supports muscle growth, recovery, and hormonal balance, especially during perimenopause. Building Muscle Mass in Your 40s:Get insights into effective strength training routines and nutritional strategies that help build and preserve muscle mass as you age. Debunking Diet Myths:With so many diets promising quick fixes, Kylie emphasizes the need for evidence-based approaches and sustainable habits over fad diets and unrealistic expectations.     RESOURCES: Follow Kylie on Instagram HERE: https://www.instagram.com/thekylielarson/ Learn more about her programs here: https://www.thekylielarson.com/ Click here to schedule your FREE alignment call to see if my 1:1 coaching program is a good fit for you: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/7de98067/appointment/18062930/calendar/4677043?appointmentTypeIds%5B%5D=18062930 Click Here to learn more about my 1:1 coaching program  https://metabolicfix.purfitstudio.com/one Follow Ashley On Instagram: @ashley_fillmore1 Email us at: [email protected] Take my FREE Weight Loss Calculator here: https://metabolicfix.purfitstudio.com/weight-loss-calculator Take my FREE Metabolic Damage Quiz here: https://metabolicfix.purfitstudio.com/md-quiz