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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 18 MIN

Ep 132 Waking Up Tired? The Hidden Metabolic Reasons Women Over 40 Feel Drained

from Thriving in Midlife

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women’s Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality. In this episode, Dr. Heidi and I dive into something we all think we understand, our energy. But the truth? There are hidden factors quietly draining it, and most of us don’t even realize it. We talk about what’s really happening in our bodies, how to tune in, and why feeling energized again is absolutely possible. This episode is perfect for anyone who’s ever felt tired by noon, relied on coffee to survive the day, or just wants to feel like themselves again, fully energized and in control. Key Highlights: ➡️ Why feeling tired for “too long” slowly becomes your new normal ➡️ The difference between being lazy and being energetically drained ➡️ How small changes in daily habits can make a big difference in how we feel. ➡️ The role of movement in generating, not just burning energy. ➡️ How our nervous systems get stuck in perpetual "go mode," even when we think we're slowing down. ➡️ A sneak peek into mitochondrial health and how it affects vitality as we age. ➡️ Practical tips to start taking control of your energy today, without drastic changes. Key Takeaways: "Energy isn't something that you chase. You have to build this in your body. You have to create this by what you're doing..." - Kellie Lupsha "Sometimes we feel lazy and it's not laziness, you're drained... It's not your lack of willpower or poor push through... you can regenerate your energy again because there's very some key things that you can do to address that." - Dr. Heidi *TAKE THE FREE ~ DISCOVER YOUR MIDLIFE HEALTH BLUEPRINT***** >>> Click Here <<< 1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN’S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB! A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**. 👉 ****Join us Here 2️⃣ I can’t stop talking about P84 - It is the Masterpiece of all gut healing. Finally no more bloating, gassiness, feeling pregnant after meals, and fitting better in those jeans! Yes, it is a simple system to mix in water and it regulates, repairs and restores ALL aspects of your gut. Say goodbye to multiple digestive enzymes, probiotics, prebiotics, fermented food; P84 is here to officially heal our guts. “All disease starts in the gut” …Hippocrates. Check it out and order here “The Healthy Edge” 3️⃣ My #1 Health Hack** I Never Go Without. This is my go-to EVERYDAY for feeling my best, achieving quality sleep, having amazing energy, and supporting my overall wellness and longevity.** Discover the Healthy Glow Stack! 4️⃣ Lastly, if you’d like to Book a $37 Coaching Session with me, Grab it today - The best time to start is TODAY Book Now! Connect with me on: Facebook: @‌kellie.lupsha⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠@kellielupsha TikTok: ⁠⁠@womenslongevityexpert YouTube: @‌kellielupsha⁠⁠ Website: kellielupsha.com Connect with Dr. Heidi on: Facebook: ⁠⁠http://facebook.com/heidi.iratcabal/ Instagram: ⁠⁠instagram.com/heidihealthnd/ Website: ⁠⁠scienceofthriving.com MAKE SURE YOU SHARE, RATE THE EPISODE 5 STARS & LEAVE A REVIEW! Mentioned in this episode: Basic Podcast Intro with Music 2026 Outro with Music

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