EPISODE · May 20, 2025 · 9 MIN
Fit Model Over 50: Three Weeks to Competition Day, How to Handle Stress, Fatigue & Feelings During Prep [Ep 59]
from Midlife Mojo: Fitness over 50 for Flourishing in Menopause · host Lisa DuPree
Have a question or a topic for an episode? Send Lisa a text.Host Lisa DuPree opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of preparing for her first physique competition at 59. Just three weeks away from stepping on stage, Lisa shares what’s been happening behind the scenes with unexpected emotional triggers and how the pressure of prep and daily life collide.She dives into how overwhelm shows up, old coping mechanisms, and the simple but transformative strategy she calls “the pause.” This candid conversation will resonate with anyone juggling goals, change, and self-care in midlife.Key Moments[00:40] Emotional triggers hitting unexpectedly during prep[02:00] Fatigue, monotony, and pressure from all directions[03:00] Old coping strategies: food, wine, and emotional soothing[05:35] “Pause Strategy” - Why this tiny check-in makes a big differenceThanks for listening! 🎉 Free Resources For Building Strength, Losing Inches and Boosting EnergyJumpstart Checklist - Download the checklist and jumpstart your journey to a fitter, stronger, more confident and happier you. Get it here! Midlife Mojo Jumpstart mini-course to create a health and fitness plan that fits your lifestyle. Over five days, you’ll receive actionable tips to improve your nutrition, exercise, and recovery—all tailored to the unique needs of midlife.Weight Loss Archetype Quiz - A short quiz to discover your Weight Loss Archetype and get personalized insights to help you break free from patterns keeping you stuck.Want more between episodes? Follow Lisa DuPree Coaching for tips, encouragement, and real talk on building strength, losing menopause weight and feeling at home in your body again after 50: YouTube | Instagram | Facebook
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Have a question or a topic for an episode? Send Lisa a text. Host Lisa DuPree opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of preparing for her first physique competition at 59. Just three weeks away from stepping on stage, Lisa shares what’s been happening behind the scenes with unexpected emotional triggers and how the pressure of prep and daily life collide. She dives into how overwhelm shows up, old coping mechanisms, and the simple but transformative strategy she calls “the pause.” ...
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