268:JJ Virgin on Muscle, Metabolism & the Truth About Aging Powerfully

OVERVIEW: In this episode of Cheers to Your Success, I’m joined by JJ Virgin—Triple Board Certified Nutrition Expert, Fitness Hall of Famer, and 4-time New York Times bestselling author—for a conversation every woman over 35 needs to hear. JJ is leading a global movement away from outdated weight-loss dogma and toward what actually works in midlife: building muscle, increasing strength, and improving metabolic health. Together, we break down what it really means to age powerfully—not gracefully—and why so many women feel stuck despite “doing everything right.” We dive deep into: Why muscle mass is the foundation of metabolism, fat loss, and longevity The biggest mistakes women make when trying to lose weight in their late 30s, 40s, and beyond Why chasing the scale, calories burned, or endless cardio is holding you back What to focus on instead if you want a strong, energized, resilient body How to shift your mindset from shrinking your body to building it This is an empowering, science-backed conversation that cuts through the noise and gives you clarity on where to put your energy if you want results that last. If you’re tired of dieting harder, training more, and feeling frustrated with your body, this episode will change how you think about health, fitness, and aging. RESOURCES: Join JJ Virgins 7-Day Eat Protein First Challenge: http://jjvirgin.com/proteinfirst 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 Email us at: [email protected] Click Here to learn more about my 1:1 coaching program https://metabolicfix.com/one Take My PHASE ASSESSMENT QUIZ HERE: https://www.metabolicfix.com/phase-quiz Follow Ashley on Instagram: @ashley_fillmore1 Want to see which one of my programs is the best for you? Take my Services Quiz: https://www.metabolicfix.com/services-quiz Take my FREE Metabolic Damage Quiz here: https://metabolicfix.com/md-quiz