Muscles, Mindset & Midlife: Getting Started with Abbey Atkins

Send us Fan MailToday Dr Sims sits down for a fun conversation with local fitness professional Abbey Atkins. They talk about everything from gymtimidation to motivation and mindset when it comes to organizing a fitness routine. Why more and more women are lifting weights after 40 (and why it matters)How to shift your focus from the number on the scale to how you feelThe science-backed benefits of strength training for longevity, bone health, and metabolismMindset traps that hold women back from starting — and how to overcome themWhat to do if you're intimidated by the gym (aka “gymtimidation”)The myriad of different approaches — working with a personal trainer, using an app (like Abbey’s), or even getting guidance from ChatGPT 😉Whether you’re brand new to strength training or getting back into it after a break, this episode is packed with encouragement and real-world strategies to help you feel strong, confident, and capable — without obsessing over the scale.Let’s Stay Connected:Find Abbey and info on her App on Instagram: HereJoin the Opt to Thrive mailing list: HereFollow Dr. Corina on Instagram: @drcorinasimsopttothriveConnect on Facebook: Opt to Thrive (Dr Corina Sims)Opt to Thrive official websiteJoin the Midlife Reset Program priority list: HereIf you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and share it with a friend who needs to hear this message.🫶