Advocacy & Awareness: Sonya Lovell on Menopause Health

In this episode, Mish interviews Sonia Lovell, a podcaster, speaker, and menopause advocate with a background in fitness. Host of Dear Menopause, a popular podcast with over 100 episodes featuring expert voices on menopause, Sonia shares her journey from personal training to advocacy, driven by her experience of medical menopause due to breast cancer treatment at 47. Feeling unsupported and under-informed, she struggled with anxiety, depression, and other symptoms, which fueled her mission to educate and support others through menopause. Sonia also discusses her involvement in the recent Senate inquiry, highlighting the need for continued advocacy and the inclusion of lived experiences in shaping health policies. Listen to Dear Menopause on your favorite podcast platform or at dearmenopause.au.Takeaways> Sonia Lovell transitioned from personal training to menopause advocacy after her own health challenges.> The Senate inquiry into menopause care resulted in 25 bipartisan recommendations.> Sonia's advocacy work aims to improve menopause experiences for future generations.> The fitness industry can be a platform for women's health education.> Ongoing lobbying is essential to ensure recommendations are acted upon.Connect on SocialsInstagram: @sonyalovell @dear_menopauseCheck out our Personal Trainer Certification Courseshttps://womensfitnesseducation.com.au/