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EPISODE · Dec 8, 2025 · 1H 20M

H.O.T. Girl Winter and Understanding Hormonal Havoc

from Confessions of a Group X Instructor · host Ellen Elisabeth de Werd

In Episode 92, Ellende Werd sits down with the Nicole Printon for an honest, empowering, and deeply informative conversation about perimenopause—a transition nearly every woman experiences, yet few feel prepared for. Nicole opens up about her personal journey, the science behind the symptoms, and the lifestyle shifts that help women thrive during this season of change.Nicole and Ellen share about their personal experience(s) with hormonal havoc. Together, we break down what perimenopause really is:How it differs from menopauseThe most common symptoms women experienceWhy it remains misunderstood and often underdiagnosed, even by healthcare providersNicole offers powerful insight into how hormonal shifts affect active women:Energy, recovery, and muscle-building changesWeight fluctuations, sleep disruptions, and stress responsesHow to adapt fitness routines to feel strong and supportedThe types of movement that tend to be especially helpful during perimenopauseWe unpack the emotional side of the transition, including:What’s happening hormonally when women feel anxious, moody, or “not themselves”How to maintain confidence and self-compassionWays to stay grounded when identity feels challengedNicole explains what women should look for in a provider who truly understands perimenopause and discusses:When hormone therapy or medical interventions may be appropriateThe labs or assessments women should request when symptoms don’t make senseWe wrap up with practical takeaways women can implement immediately:Nutrition and supplement strategies that support hormonal balanceSleep habits that actually help during perimenopauseStress management tools that make a meaningful differenceMention “CGX” to get 20% off Nicole’s Services Nicole's Website: https://www.nicoleprinton.com/Nicole's FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/386222051529897Nicole's IG: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleprinton/Peltz podcast, testosterone episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resetter-podcast-with-dr-mindy/id1503897906?i=1000729052563Nicole's Fullscript link: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/nprinton/813475909b

In Episode 92, Ellende Werd sits down with the Nicole Printon for an honest, empowering, and deeply informative conversation about perimenopause—a transition nearly every woman experiences, yet few feel prepared for. Nicole opens up about her personal journey, the science behind the symptoms, and the lifestyle shifts that help women thrive during this season of change.Nicole and Ellen share about their personal experience(s) with hormonal havoc. Together, we break down what perimenopause really is:How it differs from menopauseThe most common symptoms women experienceWhy it remains misunderstood and often underdiagnosed, even by healthcare providersNicole offers powerful insight into how hormonal shifts affect active women:Energy, recovery, and muscle-building changesWeight fluctuations, sleep disruptions, and stress responsesHow to adapt fitness routines to feel strong and supportedThe types of movement that tend to be especially helpful during perimenopauseWe unpack the emotional side of the transition, including:What’s happening hormonally when women feel anxious, moody, or “not themselves”How to maintain confidence and self-compassionWays to stay grounded when identity feels challengedNicole explains what women should look for in a provider who truly understands perimenopause and discusses:When hormone therapy or medical interventions may be appropriateThe labs or assessments women should request when symptoms don’t make senseWe wrap up with practical takeaways women can implement immediately:Nutrition and supplement strategies that support hormonal balanceSleep habits that actually help during perimenopauseStress management tools that make a meaningful differenceMention “CGX” to get 20% off Nicole’s Services Nicole's Website: https://www.nicoleprinton.com/Nicole's FB Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/386222051529897Nicole's IG: https://www.instagram.com/nicoleprinton/Peltz podcast, testosterone episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-resetter-podcast-with-dr-mindy/id1503897906?i=1000729052563Nicole's Fullscript link: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/nprinton/813475909b

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In Episode 92, Ellende Werd sits down with the Nicole Printon for an honest, empowering, and deeply informative conversation about perimenopause—a transition nearly every woman experiences, yet few feel prepared for. Nicole opens up about her...

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