Honouring your hormone changes as you age - Part 1: strength training tips with guest Shannon Gale

Did you know that as we age and our hormones change, our workouts and nutrition needs change too?Did you know that strength training is foundational to living a healthy life as you age?Did you know that walking helps to stabilize blood sugar, reduce cortisol, promote a positive mindset and boost your energy and mood?In today’s episode I’m chatting with the amazing Shannon Gale. We’re exploring the topic of strength training for women - specifically diving deeper into a discussion about the hormone changes we experience in perimenopause, menopause and post menopause. It’s truly a lovely and enlightening conversation :) You’re gonna love it.Some key points to take away:health = JOY - does your life bring you joy? If not, how can you change your lifestyle + activities, so you feel joyful and good most of the time?some benefits of strength training: building bone density, maintaining muscle mass, supporting joint health, reducing injury + improving mental healthaim to be 1% better each week - make micro changes so you can sustain them and compound them overtime :)A bit more about Shannon:Shannon is a Registered Kinesiologist and Certified Nutrition Coach with over 20 years experience in public health. She’s also an educational instructor at McMaster University, where she teaches the Health and Wellness Coaching program. Shannon holds a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation Science from the University of British Columbia and is the founder and CEO of Success In Seven, an online coaching program designed to help women achieve their health and wellness goals.With a strong background in motivational interviewing and a passion for evidence-based exercise and nutrition, Shannon has taught workshops and developed impactful programs across South Georgian Bay. She’s dedicated to creating a positive, supportive environment where women can thrive.Connect with Shannon:https://www.successin7.ca/IG: @success.in.7Youtube: @successinsevenLI: Shannon GaleThis episode is brought to you by the RECALIBRATE Method, my 1-1 coaching program that helps women navigate change with confidence and ease.If you’re seeking tools to live a more mindful life, then RECALIBRATE Method is for you! Learn more here: https://ediegudaitiswellness.com/recalibratemethodprogram/Disclaimer: I am NOT a doctor. This is my perspective on the topic, anchored in the work of various thought leaders + physicians (like Andrew Huberman, Irene Lyons, Peter Levine, Joe Dispenza + Dr. Gabor Mate to name a few)  paired with my own life experiences and healing journey from burnout, grief, severe injury and other events. If you're curious for other resources on this topic, please reach out:[email protected] the episode? Please download it to listen again + share it with your friends / family - let's help each other reduce stress so we feel THRIVE through life.Please follow me: IG: @ediegudaitis.wellnessLinkedIn: Edie Gudaitiswww.ediegudaitiswellness.com