Why Menopause Is The Becoming Of A Woman - with Kate Halfpenny and Kym

Michelle is joined by the incredible duo of best-selling author Kate Halfpenny and women's health pioneer, Kym, to discuss the often-overlooked experiences of women navigating menopause. Kate shares her journey of writing her book, "Boogie Wonderland," which candidly explores her personal challenges during midlife, including perimenopause and family dynamics. Kym examines the need for tailored fitness approaches for menopausal women, highlighting the lack of education in the fitness industry regarding this demographic. Together they focus on the emotional rollercoaster of menopause, the societal perceptions of aging women, and the importance of self-acceptance and authenticity You'll Hear About The importance of sharing personal experiences as a way to connect with others How many women experience menopause symptoms without fully recognising them The need for better education and awareness about menopause and its effects. How crucial it is to embrace the changes that come with menopause Why its vital to accept our bodies and experience The significant gap in the fitness industry regarding education on how to support menopausal women. Why personal trainers and fitness instructors need to be better informed about the unique needs of this demographic to provide appropriate guidance and support.  BEST MOMENTS "I think that readers know if you're only telling them half-truths or if you're making stuff up completely. So that was my goal with the book, just to take that opportunity to be a woman in midlife." "I loved that my body every month was like a Swiss watch and knew exactly what to do. And that it created and then fed three people." "It's really important because not all one exercise fits all. Our hormone levels are depleted or elevated. They're all over the place." "I don't think that we need to fix our bodies. We actually need to just listen to them." Kate Halfpenny https://www.badmothermedia.com/  Kym LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kym-australia-33aaa7301/   EPISODE RESOURCES www.simonandschuster.com.au/books/Boogie-Wonderland/Kate-Halfpenny/9781923022133 HOST BIO Michelle is a highly respected Physiotherapist and Menopause Wellbeing Practitioner with over two decades of experience in the health and wellness industry. After experiencing seven years of debilitating symptoms herself before realising it was perimenopause, Michelle has since dedicated her career to helping other women navigate this transformative stage of life. Her personal journey fuels her passion for educating and empowering women, as well as training businesses and health professionals through her specialised menopause and wellbeing workshops. A best-selling author and sought-after speaker, Michelle combines deep clinical expertise with relatable, real-world experience. Through her podcast, "Menopause - The Real Deal," she offers evidence-based guidance, authentic conversations, and practical strategies. Listeners trust Michelle for her empathetic understanding and her commitment to helping women thrive, making her a leading voice in the menopause space. Facebook https://www.facebook.com/michelle.kimp.9/ Tiktok https://www.tiktok.com/@michelle_rowlinson Linkedin www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-rowlinson-38330b21a  Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@MenopauseTheRealDeal  My Book: You, me conquering perimenopause & menopause https://amzn.eu/d/hCcbjag  Website www.panaceapause.co.uk