#42 - Root Causes Why Our Sleep Goes To Shit & What To Do About It

from Maximizing Hormones, Physique & Running Through Perimenopause · host Louise Valentine

Take our How to Unshit Your Sleep Mini Course here: https://www.breakingthroughwellness.com/offers/RGFXoQBn/checkoutExplore all of our masterclasses & mini courses here: https://www.breakingthroughwellness.com/storeEver wondered why your sleep quality takes a hit as you juggle an active lifestyle and the challenges of changing hormones, perimenopause and aging? Coach Amy, a leader in integrative health and fitness, opens up about her personal journey, shedding light on the struggles many women face, especially those 35 and older. She reveals how hormonal changes, demands as a busy mom, and stress impacted her sleep and the strategies she developed to reclaim restful nights—without relying on supplements or medication.In this episode, Amy and Louise, a multi-award-winning women's health practitioner and performance scientist, explore how hormones, lifestyle habits, nutrition, and stress can disrupt quality sleep. Together, they offer practical, science-backed strategies combining the most cutting-edge female-specific science, integrative health and performance research to help you get back to restorative sleep, boost your energy, and feel like yourself again. Ready to understand your female body like never before? This episode is for you!If you’re dealing with perimenopause hormone havoc, tired of waking without feeling rested, night sweats, or just want to optimize your health, this episode is full of actionable advice that can make a real difference in maximizing everything from your longevity to best fitness and running results. Be sure to check out the masterclass mentioned for an even deeper dive and exact strategies to superpower your best sleep, hormones and energy!Visit https://www.breakingthroughwellness.com/ for a free nutrition guide, to book a FREE 30-MINUTE CONSULT & learn about our industry-leading 1:1 coaching program & results for active women age 35 & beyond.Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro(1:55) Pre-podcast trailer(9:34) Personal stories of sleep struggles and coping strategies(11:31) Common misconceptions about perimenopause and sleep(17:57) The importance of quality sleep in achieving health goals(28:21) Hormonal imbalances and their impact on sleep(35:14) Hormones and sleep: Understanding leptin, ghrelin, and cortisol(49:16) The link between sleep and long-term brain health(1:12:27) Troubleshooting common sleep issues like 3 a.m. wake-ups and hot flashes(1:21:39) OutroTune in weekly to "Maximizing Hormones, Physique, and Running Through Perimenopause" for our simple female-specific science-based revolution. Let's unlock our best with less stress!I'd love to connect!Email 💬 [email protected] Please note if you want to be a podcast guest, there is a fee and interview process. This is safe space and curated Community exclusively for women who love to feel, look and run our best without B.S. noise, endless pills, extreme diets or misleading fads.

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