#36 - Pain, Hormones & Perimenopause with Dr. Jess Hobson

This week on the 80% Club, Liz and Ally are joined by Dr. Jess Hobson, ND for an eye-opening conversation about pain, hormones, perimenopause, and why so many women are told their symptoms are "just part of getting older."  Jess shares how hormonal shifts impact tissue repair, stiffness, inflammation, exercise recovery, mood, and overall resilience in women's bodies — especially during the perimenopause years. Together, they unpack why so many moms feel "off" in their late 30s and 40s, how under-fueling and over-stressing the body can worsen symptoms, and why women deserve support long before burnout and pain become their norm. In this episode, we chat about: • Why pain and stiffness often increase during perimenopause • The connection between hormones, exercise recovery, and tissue healing • Training around your cycle and learning to work with your body instead of against it • Why protein, carbs, and proper fueling matter so much for women's health • The symptoms of perimenopause women are commonly dismissed for • Hormone therapy, misconceptions, and when it may be worth exploring support • Simple, sustainable ways moms can improve energy, strength, and quality of life This episode is full of practical, evidence-based education and validating reminders that moms don't have to simply "push through" feeling exhausted, achy, overwhelmed, or unlike themselves. ✨ Connect with Dr. Jess Hobson: www.hobsonhealth.org @dr.jesshobson   Resources From the Episode:  The New Perimenopause - Marie Claire Haver (Book) The Menopause Society   Work with Ally Work with Liz: