Perimenopause Weight Loss and Wellness
by Perimenopause Weight Loss and Wellness with Anastasia Bennett
Welcome to Perimenopause Weight Loss and Wellness , where we cut through the BS and get real about what it takes to feel good in your 40s and beyond. I’m Anastasia Bennett, Certified Menopause Coach and founder of Lifehack Coaching.This podcast is for women over 35 who are done with dieting, sick of feeling like crap, and ready to take back control of their body, energy, and hormones. We talk metabolism, sustainable fat loss, strength training, and why just “eating clean” isn’t enough anymore. www.perimenopausehealth.co.nz
Episodes
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How Fiona Lost 10kg in 12 Weeks During Perimenopause
Today I’m joined by my client, Fiona Bowler. Fiona is a mum of two, an animal lover with far too many pets, and the co-owner of Kāpiti Coast Towing alongside her husband. After turning 40, Fiona began gaining weight and struggling with irregular periods, hot flushes and poor sleep. She didn’t…
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“My Kids Won’t Eat That!” Practical Family Nutrition with Lucy Edwards
Today I’m joined by Lucy Edwards, a nutritionist, natural health practitioner and founder of Lucy Nutrition on the Kāpiti Coast. Lucy has more than 20 years of experience supporting people with gut health, weight management, energy, hormones and overall wellbeing. She’s also a mum of two, the...
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Why You Don’t Feel Like Yourself in Perimenopause with Louise Kerwin
Today I’m joined by Louise Kerwin, a Naturopath, Clinical Hypnotherapist and Alignment Coach from Australia who works with high-achieving women navigating perimenopause and menopause. Louise believes menopause is about far more than hormones. Her work explores the connection between the nervous...
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Beyond the Marketing: The Science of Menopause Supplements
Today I’m joined by Yin, a product development technologist with more than 20 years of experience in food, nutrition, and dietary supplements. Originally from China, Yin moved to New Zealand at 19 and has spent her career developing consumer health products backed by science. Like many women, her...
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How to understand labels with Minal Patel, a qualified Naturopath and Food Scientist.
Today’s episode is one every woman over 35 needs to hear.We spend so much time talking about calories, protein and supplements, but how often do we stop and look at what’s actually in the food we’re buying? Food labels can be incredibly confusing. From “natural” and “low fat” to “high protein”…
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Skin & Menopause with Françoise Krings-Servais, co-owner of Vivéa Skincare
Today we’re talking about something that almost every woman notices during perimenopause and menopause, but very few people prepare us for how dramatically our skin can change. Many women suddenly notice dry skin, increased wrinkles, sensitivity, redness, itching, flushing, loss of elasticity, or...
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Things you need to know about weight loss drugs - Heidi Richardson from Bone & Body Blueprint
Today’s guest is Heidi Richardson from Bone & Body Blueprint. Heidi specialises in DEXA bone density and body composition scanning, helping people understand what’s happening inside their bodies long before problems show up. Weight loss medications like Wegovy are changing lives, but there’s an...
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Why muscle mass is important for women over 40 with guest Eske Dost .
One of the biggest mistakes women make during perimenopause is focusing only on losing weight.The scales might go down, but if you’re losing muscle instead of fat, your metabolism slows, you’re more likely to regain the weight, your bones become weaker, your balance declines, and everyday tasks...
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Composition – Why the Scales Are Lying to You
Today’s guest is Heidi Richardson from Bone & Body Blueprint. Heidi specialises in DEXA bone density and body composition scanning, helping people understand what’s happening inside their bodies long before problems show up. If you’ve been chasing a number on the scales and wondering why you…
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Why you gaining weight in Perimenopause?
Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered, "What’s happening to my body?" A few years back, I was in your shoes. I was a fitness coach, guiding others on weight loss, eating right, and exercising. I thought I had it all figured out. But suddenly, my own body started to change. Weight crept...
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How Sally Lost Weight Without Giving Up Her Life
Welcome back to the Perimenopause Weight Loss & Wellness Podcast. Today is a special episode because we’re celebrating one of my incredible clients, Sally. Over the past 12 months, Sally has completely changed her relationship with food, her body, and her health. Yes, she lost weight, although…
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Finding Yourself Again After 40
Welcome back to the podcast. Today we’re talking about something a little different, but I know it’s a conversation so many women need to hear.When we think about health, we often focus on food, exercise and hormones. They’re all important, but confidence goes much deeper than that. It’s also…
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C-Sections, Hysterectomies and Perimenopause: Supporting Your Body After Surgery
Today we’re talking about something that many women have never even heard of, yet it could make a real difference to how they feel during perimenopause. We spend so much time talking about hormones, nutrition, exercise and sleep, but what about pelvic health? What about scar tissue from…
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Bone Density, The Silent Health Risk Every Woman Needs to Know
Today’s guest is Heidi Richardson from Bone & Body Blueprint. Heidi specialises in DEXA bone density and body composition scanning, helping people understand what’s happening inside their bodies long before problems show up. Today we’re talking about something most women never think about until...
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From Cancer Survivor to Wellness Leader with Kate Twigg
Today I'm joined by Kate Twigg, co-owner of O-Studio Wellington. Kate's journey is one of resilience. After facing two cancer diagnoses and undergoing a stem cell transplant, her perspective on health changed completely. That experience inspired her and her husband Sam to create O-Studio...
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Why Eating More Helped Rachel Lose Weight
Rachel’s journey has been an incredible example of what happens when you stop chasing quick fixes and start working with your body.When we started, Rachel had to make some big changes around her relationship with food. She worked hard on eating enough, increasing her protein intake, improving her...
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Perimenopause: Kasey shares her journey to better health and clarity
Ever felt like your body is changing and you don't know why? You're not alone. Today, Kasey shares her journey through unexpected health challenges, including anxiety and high blood pressure, while navigating the complexities of perimenopause. We discuss how lifestyle changes, nutrition, and...
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Success beyond weight loss
Today I’ve got Brigitte with me. Brigitte has just finished 16 weeks of coaching. And what I love about her journey is that it wasn’t about chasing quick results. It was about actually understanding her body, building habits that stick, and getting out of that constant cycle of “start again...
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15kg weight loss in 18 weeks while stuggling with perimenopause
Today I’ve got Karen with me, and I’m really excited about this conversation.What makes Karen’s story powerful is that this didn’t come from some crazy diet or doing something extreme. Karen had struggled with her weight for a long time. Like many women, she tried different approaches, got...
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She Lost 13kg in Perimenopause and finally got her body back
Today I’ve got Leah with me. She’s lost 13kg so far and we’re not even done. Before this, she was stuck. Doing all the things, getting nowhere. Weight wouldn’t move, energy was low, hormones all over the place. So we stripped it back. Focused on food, habits, consistency, and actually…
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What Melissa learned with 30kg weight loss in 12 months
Melissa walked into my world a year ago exhausted, carrying more than 30 kilos on her body and a whole lot more on her shoulders. She was done with the quick fixes, done with feeling stuck, and ready for something real. Fast forward twelve months… she’s over 30kg down, stronger, calmer, clearer,...
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From Pain to Power: Alicia’s Perimenopause Weight Loss Journey
In this episode, I sit down with Alicia, a client whose story will hit home for so many women. When we first started, she was dealing with weight gain, constant joint pain, low energy, and frustration from feeling stuck. Over the past few months, Alicia has completely turned things around. By...
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10kg weight loss in 16 weeks after "nothing works"
Today I’ve got Katie with me. She’s put in the work and the results speak for themselves, 10kg down in just 16 weeks! But the number on the scale is only part of it. Katie’s also gained confidence learned what actually works for her body and built habits that are here to stay. I’m excited for you...
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Eating More to Lose More: nearly 20kg in 9 months
In this episode, I sit down with Margot, one of my 1-year coaching clients who’s achieved incredible results. Margot has lost nearly 20kg and, more importantly, built habits that will last her a lifetime. We talk about what made her finally choose coaching, the lessons she’s learned along the…
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What It Really Takes to Lose Weight and Keep Going
In this episode, I chat with Julia, one of my long-term clients, who has achieved amazing weight loss and lifestyle results while navigating the ups and downs of real life. Julia shares what life was like before she started coaching, what pushed her to reach out for help, and how she kept coming...
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Rebuilding Trust in Your Body with Leonie
In this episode, I sit down with Leonie, a women’s strength and movement coach In Wellington, NZ, who helps women in their 40s rebuild trust in their bodies when perimenopause, kids, work, and life make everything feel like it’s falling apart.Leonie isn’t about six-packs or punishing workouts....
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Meet Karin Horen – Resilience, Mindset, and Owning Your Power
This one’s powerful. Today I’m joined by Karin Horen — breast cancer survivor (twice), solo mum of 3, mindset and growth coach, speaker, author, and founder of Paddle for Hope and One Of Us (a mastectomy-friendly swimwear brand). Her mantra? “She believed she could, so she did.” And trust me…
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Strong Women Lead Strong Lives — Karin’s Story
Today I’m chatting with Karin , Managing Director at Revl, mum of three, ex-ski instructor, and BodyPump coach who leads from the front. She’s smart, strong, and straight-up , someone who doesn’t just talk about showing up, but actually does it. From graduating law school with distinction to...
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Kate's 10kg Drop: No Starving, No Bullsh*t
Today’s guest is one of my absolute rockstars , Kate. She came into coaching feeling stuck, frustrated, and honestly just tired of doing “all the right things” and still not seeing results. But fast forward 16 weeks and she’s down over 10kg. And no, she didn’t starve herself. She didn’t train…
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Nutrition, Hormones & Healing: Jennifer Broxterman’s Perimenopause Advice
In this episode, I chat with Jennifer Broxterman, Registered Dietitian, founder of PROSPER Nutrition Coaching, and a stage 3 ovarian cancer survivor who healed without chemo or radiation. We dive into how nutrition can support women in perimenopause, boost energy, and improve hormone balance...
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Tammy’s Perimenopause Journey: Fatigue, Hair Loss & Finding Answers
In this episode, Tammy shares what happened when perimenopause hit hard, unpredictable cycles, exhaustion, hair loss, joint pain—and no real help from doctors. After years of frustration, she finally found a menopause specialist who changed everything. We talk about diet changes, cutting out…
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Bold Moves Through Perimenopause
In this episode, Laurie Drummond, founder of the Sisterhood Collective, business mentor, and podcast host, joins us to talk about navigating life’s transitions with boldness and purpose. From running multiple businesses to embracing the subtle shifts of perimenopause, Laurie shares how her…
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Perimenopause and our skin
In this episode, I’m joined by Registered Nurse and skin expert Smitee to talk all about how perimenopause affects our skin — and what we can actually do about it. We cover why your skin gets drier, more sensitive, or dull during this phase, what ingredients and treatments can help, and how to…
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Jacqui’s Real AF Weight Loss Journey — Perimenopause + Toddler Life
In this episode, I sit down with Jacqui, a brave, no-BS woman deep in the trenches of perimenopause with a toddler on her hip and a whole lot of frustration around weight loss. Jacqui opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of gaining weight despite doing everything “right,” the shock of...
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Perimenopause, cancer and motherhood with Eden Watson
In today’s episode, I’m talking to Eden Watson, Client Success Manager at Two-Brain Business. I’ve known Eden for 8 years, and last year her life changed when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. We’re discussing the impact of cancer, perimenopause, and the chaos that comes with both. Eden’s…
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Navigating Perimenopause: Mental Health and Wellbeing with Allanah Casey
In this episode of the podcast, I sit down with Allanah Casey, a clinical psychologist based in Tauranga, to dive deep into the challenges women face during perimenopause and the impact on mental health. Allanah, who specialises in supporting women through various life transitions, shares her...
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“It Felt Too Expensive—But It Changed My Life” with Catherine
In this episode, I sit down with my incredible client Catherine to talk about her real and raw weight loss journey. She originally came to me for a consultation, loved the sound of the program… but thought it was too expensive and couldn’t quite see the value at the time. So, like many women, she...
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From Taboo to Truth: Kath’s Perimenopause & Weight Loss Journey
In this episode, I chat with my amazing client Kath about all the things no one warned us about: perimenopause, weight gain, and how menopause used to be this massive taboo (like seriously, perimenopause didn’t even exist back then… haha!). Kath also shares her honest weight loss journey, what...
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Osteopathy for Women: Navigating Perimenopause and Menopause
In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Melanie Young, an osteopath with over 45 years of experience in dance, Tai Chi, Pilates, and osteopathy. Through her work, Melanie specialises in gentle treatments like Biodynamic Osteopathy, which can help people heal from trauma and improve their...
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Weight Loss Wins with Stephanie
Meet Stephani, one of my incredible clients who has completely transformed her body and health! Through personalised coaching, consistency, and the right strategy, she made the changes that actually work, no fad diets, no crazy workouts, just smart, sustainable habits. Her journey is proof that…
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🎙️ How Del Lost 6kg and Took Charge of Her Perimenopause Journey
In this episode, I sit down with my amazing client, Del, who came to me with a clear goal: to lose 6kg and finally feel like herself again while navigating the rollercoaster of perimenopause symptoms. From mood swings and fatigue to struggling with weight gain, Del felt overwhelmed and unsure of...
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Supporting Women Naturally: Eloise's Journey in Herbal Healing
I’m so excited to introduce you to Eloise from Herbal Healing, a talented expert in natural wellness and a fellow member of the Venus Networking group. Eloise isn’t just a professional I admire; she’s also the creator of the beautiful welcome packs I give to all my new clients. Her incredible...
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Every Coach Needs a Coach: Prioritizing Yourself to Lead by Example with Chris Williams
I’m sitting down with Chris Williams, the owner of CFT Fitness and one of my longtime clients, for a conversation that hits home for so many of us. Chris isn’t just a gym owner, he’s someone who’s walked the weight loss journey with me and truly understands the power of having a coach, even as a...
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Thriving with Autoimmune condition: Madhura’s Transformation
Let’s welcome Madhura to the podcast! Madhura is one of my incredible clients who came to me with a goal of losing weight while navigating the challenges of an autoimmune condition. Her journey has been nothing short of amazing, and I’m so proud of the progress she’s made. What’s unique about...
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Finding Balance: How Nicola Lost Weight Without Losing Her Lifestyle
In this episode, I talk to Nicola, a working single mum who decided it was time to prioritise herself—but in a way that fit her busy lifestyle. Nicola didn’t want to give up socialising or her favourite nights out with friends, so instead, she focused on realistic, sustainable changes. These…
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Pelvic Floor Health: What Every Woman Needs to Know in Perimenopause & Menopause
In this episode, I’m joined by Lynda Lovatt, a menopause specialist nurse, to talk about something every woman in perimenopause and menopause needs to know—pelvic floor health. We cover the most common pelvic floor issues, how hormonal changes during this phase can impact your pelvic health, and...
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Healthy Transformations: Paula’s Journey to Better Energy and Weight Loss
In this episode, I’m joined by Paula, who shares her inspiring journey to better health and weight loss. Paula's goal was to improve her overall well-being and shed some extra weight. We focused on refining her nutrition with a strong emphasis on protein, and the results were transformative.…
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The impact of stress on weight gain
In this episode, I discuss the impact of cortisol, the notorious "stress hormone," on your overall health. Discover how high cortisol levels can lead to stubborn weight gain, particularly around your midsection, and why it might be the reason behind your anxiety and mood swings. We'll also review...
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Transforming Holistically: Laura's 16kg Weight Loss Journey
In this episode, I chat with Laura, who has successfully lost over 16 kgs since the end of January by embracing a holistic approach to health. Listen as Laura shares her journey of eating more, exercising smarter, and focusing on overall wellbeing. Her story is a testament to the power of…
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Rachel's 16kg weight loss journey by eating more food
Tune in to our latest episode where we sit down with the incredible Rachel to hear her inspiring journey of transformation! Join us as Rachel shares her story of losing an incredible 16 kilograms and still going strong. From the highs of reaching milestones to the challenges along the way…
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About this show
Welcome to Perimenopause Weight Loss and Wellness , where we cut through the BS and get real about what it takes to feel good in your 40s and beyond. I’m Anastasia Bennett, Certified Menopause Coach and founder of Lifehack Coaching.This podcast is for women over 35 who are done with dieting, sick of feeling like crap, and ready to take back control of their body, energy, and hormones. We talk metabolism, sustainable fat loss, strength training, and why just “eating clean” isn’t enough anymore. www.perimenopausehealth.co.nz
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