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EPISODE · Feb 18, 2026 · 7 MIN

Midlife Sleep Reset: The Science of Hormones, Cortisol & Recovery for Women 40+

from IGNITEHer Wellness Podcast · host Traci

Struggling with sleep in your 40s and 50s? Waking at 3am, wired but exhausted? In this episode, we break down the science of midlife sleep and how shifting estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol impact fat loss, muscle recovery, running performance, and hormone balance.You’ll learn:Why sleep becomes harder in perimenopause and menopauseThe cortisol–blood sugar connection behind 2–3am wakeupsHow poor sleep affects belly fat, muscle loss, and metabolismWhy sleep is the secret weapon for runners and strength training in midlifeA simple, realistic sleep reset plan for busy womenIf you want better energy, improved recovery, balanced hormones, and sustainable fat loss — this episode is your science-forward guide.Perfect for women 40+, runners, strength trainers, and busy professionals navigating perimenopause.Grab my MIDLIFE HORMONE & ENERGY RESET GUIDEThanks for listening!  Follow me on Facebook or Instagram or head straight to my Website!

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Struggling with sleep in your 40s and 50s? Waking at 3am, wired but exhausted? In this episode, we break down the science of midlife sleep and how shifting estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol impact fat loss, muscle recovery, running performance, and hormone balance. You’ll learn: Why sleep becomes harder in perimenopause and menopauseThe cortisol–blood sugar connection behind 2–3am wakeupsHow poor sleep affects belly fat, muscle loss, and metabolismWhy sleep is the secret weapon for runners...

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