Thriving in Midlife

Before I Tell You All About This Life-Changing Program, Let’s Talk About Who This Is Really For  . . . 

Every woman is going to experience menopause at some point in her life. You can’t out-fitness it, out-diet it, or out-hope it. It is a natural part of life’s progression.  This journey from Perimenopause to Menopause to Postmenopause is literally one-third of your entire life! 

Fun Fact: Perimenopause alone can last between three to ten years. 

This course is going to give you EXACTLY what you need to navigate the unknown. 

I’ve designed this course to be a roadmap, giving you the tools to feel like you again. Together, we can make this season your best season! 

Whether you are  . . . 

• curious about your changing body and want to learn a variety of strategies to minimize the discomforts that comes with midlife
• Currently dealing with age related issues - like weight gain, hormone fluctuations, fatigue, increased blood pressure or cholesterol, decreased memory, decreased attention span, irritability; 
• ready to make small, meaningful lifestyle changes for more balanced hormones, better sleep, more energy, and a more balanced mood
• ready to commit to having a vibrant “second act” of life by making your physical and mental health and overall wellness a top priority

Listen sis, whether you are knee deep in this new season or just starting to feel the changes coming, you are in the right place, my friend!!

This course is designed specifically for women wanting to embrace a healthier life through those middle age years. 

This course is a resource to help you manage the things you can control so that you can cope with the highs and lows that this new season brings.   My goal is to put you on the path to making this season in your life your absolute best season! 

By the end of this program,

you will have…

• Have a complete understanding of the eight key players in your hormone health and how menopause affects each one of them
• Have a full understanding of the top 20 symptoms to look for and how to natural and holistically minimize the discomforts of these symptoms through a positive mindset, intentional movement, and proper nutrition;  
• Know what questions to ask your doctor, what treatments options are available, and how to choose the one that best fits YOUR lifestyle; 
• Have proven strategies to help decrease your stress levels and increase your sleep quality;  
• Learn simple nutrition strategies and proper fitness guidelines to help reduce belly fat, bloating, and constipation.   
• Learn how to balance your hormones to increase gut health, mood, brain function, and decrease fatigue 
• Feel heard and seen, and most importantly supported.  Understanding that YOU are not alone in this journey

Enroll in Thriving In Midlife today

Yes, it is possible to have a say-so on the direction this journey in midlife takes!

These hormonal changes affect just about every system in your body. But there are ways to minimize the never-ending list of symptoms.

What’s Inside Thriving in Midlife

The Thriving in Midlife: How to Navigate Perimenopause and Beyond course is NOT about gimmicks, fad diets, cleanses, drinks mixes, wraps, or extreme lifestyle changes.

What it IS about is helping you learn how to work with your changing hormones, giving you the right tools in your toolbelt, so that you are equipped  to take on this new season of your life! It's time we stop putting shame behind the "M word" and empowering ourselves with knowledge and strategies to navigate the unknown!

This is not a short-term, quick fix solution. What I'm going to provide are proven long-term strategies that you can incorporate NOW and continue to use throughout the rest of your life, beyond Perimenopause and long into the second half of your life.  

I've done the research so you don't have to!

My goal is that you walk away armed with knowledge, proven strategies you can implement today, unlimited support, and real results, giving you back a higher quality of life through MINDSET, MOVEMENT, and NUTRITION

Menopause can sneak up on you at any time! If you’re experiencing symptoms like insomnia, fatigue, or mood swings that send your family running in the other direction, or symptoms like bloating and weight gain, brain fog, hot flashes and night sweats, it’s likely that you have a hormone imbalance and probably standing at the frontline of your menopause journey. 

Let me start by saying YOU ARE NOT BROKEN, which means I am not here to “fix you.” What I am going to do is give you a variety of tools that will help you navigate this new season.  YOU then are going to decide which tips, tools, and strategies are going to work best with YOUR lifestyle and YOUR journey.  

Before we get into the nitty gritty of proven solutions we must first spend some time understanding exactly what this thing called Menopause is.  After conducting a ridiculous amount of research I’ve learned two things: (1) most of us have no idea what to expect, and (2) most of us believe that Menopause means you no longer have a period and life is good.  

I wish it was that simple, but sis you’re missing about three quarters of that chapter!  

MODULE 1 INTRODUCTION INTO MENOPAUSE

Module 1 is all about setting the groundwork.  Covering the basics and getting a solid understanding of this new season.  

In Module 1 we will dive deep into understanding:

• the three stages of Menopause 
• how the change affects your overall health 
• the Top 20 common symptoms & natural remedies to help minimize symptoms
• The importance of prioritizing simple self-care to help you feel your best 

MODULE 2 HORMONE HEALTH 

You can’t discuss Menopause with discussing hormones.  Most women believe it’s all about the estrogen, but there are actually EIGHT key players that affect this midlife transition.  Before we learn HOW to navigate our way to balanced hormone health we must first learn how hormones are important and how they work within our body.  

In Module 2 we will dive deep into:

• Each of the eight key hormones, their role in the body, how menopause affects their levels, and finally symptoms to look for if you think your levels are off

MODULE 3 MINDSET  

All successful change begins with the proper mindset. We are going to take back our control by understanding why we feel overwhelmed, frazzled, experiencing brain fog and learn how to embrace the beauty this new found freedom offers us! It’s common during this time in a woman's life to feel powerless over their body, in module 3 we will focus on becoming empowered.    

In Module 3 we will dive deep into:

• The power of a growth mindset 
• Depression becomes a real issue during this time period so it’s important that we talk about The power of positive self-talk and Unconditional Self-Love
• The importance of discipline as we are faced with new challenges so that we can continue to find success with old goals using new techniques.  

MODULE 4 WELLNESS 

Wellness is a broad topic that can encompass just about anything, so I’m going to focus on topics that are very common for women in menopause.  Specific topics related to the top 5 symptoms: weight gain, insomnia or sleep disturbances, stress, fatigue, anxiety and depression.   

In Module 4 we will dive deep into:

• Understanding how your metabolism is changing and how you can make that work for you so you are seeing some weight loss results. 
• How and why age affects your sleep, as well as some simple strategies to help you find some bedtime relief  
• Sleep and brain health and why your lack of sleep is affecting your overall health including issues related to weight gain, brain fog, and mood swings.  
• How to manage your stress levels to help improve sleep quality, cognitive function, cravings, and gut health.   
• The importance of prioritizing your mental health to help reduce anxiety and depression.  

MODULE 5 MOVEMENT  

Moving your body is obviously an important component when it comes to vitality and living a healthy, high quality life.  Movement in our 20s and 30s probably looked a little different than it does in our 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond.   As a certified personal trainer I’m going to help you design a fitness program tailor made for YOU and your goals.    

In Module 5 we will dive deep into:

• Why cardio exercise really does matter
• The importance of strength training after 40
• How to incorporate flexibility and balance training into your program
• How to overcome obstacles and barriers when it comes to fitness motivation 
• The importance of an effective program that works for you and your specific fitness goals
• How to properly prepare and execute a fitness plan designed specifically for YOU 

MODULE 6 HEALTH

Understanding what your microbiome is and it's connection to estrogen and hormone imbalances along with your immunity, and mental health are key when it comes to minimizing certain symptoms related to perimenopause and beyond. The root of some of those imbalances starts in your gut!!  Your mood, energy level, and your cravings have so much to do with hormone health.

In Module 6 we will dive deep into:

• Understanding what your microbiome is and its connection to your estrogen and other hormone imbalances
• How your blood sugar, cravings and inflammation are affected by your hormones and what you can do to improve your condition 
• Strategies to help with Emotional Eating, PMS cravings, and finding balance
• Natural solutions for the top common perimenopause symptoms
• Hormone treatments options and what other questions you need to be asking your doctor 

MODULE 7 NUTRITION 

There are so many messages about food and nutrition that are confusing, overwhelming, or just inaccurate when it comes to women over 40. In this module we will learn how you need to tweak your diet after 40 providing you tried-and-true information about your health that can help you reset your body and get your hormones back to where they need to be. 

In Module 7 we will dive deep into:

• Simple changes you should make to your diet after 40
• Top 30 Foods for Perimenopause/Menopause women
• How Plant Based eating can help with weight loss, sleep, stress, gut health, and hormone imbalances 
• The most practical plan for weight loss success after 40

All The Tools You Need To Not Just Survive Midlife But To THRIVE!

I loved Karen’s 7 week Peri-menopause course! There is a plethora of excellent information, tips and tricks! I now know so many more things about my body and different signs of Perimenopause! I have been informed of questions I can visit with my gynecologist about; things I would never have thought about asking. I loved the section on sleep and how it impacts your brain! This program has really taught me so much and just reinforced the fact of how important it is to know my body and take care of it! ~Christy S.