In this episode of the Natalie Tysdal Podcast, Dr. Aleksandra Gajer joins Natalie to unpack the powerful transitions women experience through perimenopause, why so many feel like “different people” during this time, and how to truly thrive — not just survive — at every age. 00:00 – Episode intro 01:31 – Welcome to Dr. Aleksandra Gajer 01:45 – Main topic: women’s health at every age & perimenopause 02:31 – “I don’t feel like myself anymore”: early signs of perimenopause 02:55 – Changes in energy, sleep, and weight 03:30 – Inflammation, joint pain, swelling, and skin changes 04:08 – What affects perimenopause: lifestyle, genetics, or food? 04:24 – Why “eat less, move more” has harmed women 05:10 – From “cardio queens” to strength training 05:40 – Building lean muscle and focusing on nutrients, not just calories 06:02 – Natalie’s story: too much cardio and the shift to lifting 06:41 – Fear of “getting bulky” and the pressure to be smaller 07:17 – Muscle as the “currency of health” and a predictor of longevity 08:05 – Muscle mass and survival in serious illness 08:17 – VO2 max, cardio, and training for future decades 08:53 – Flipping the script: strength first, then cardio 09:00 – Metabolic health and choosing real, whole foods 09:30 – Processed foods, endocrine disr You’ll learn: • What perimenopause is, why it’s misunderstood, and the early signs to watch for • Why “eat less, move more” is a damaging myth for women’s health • The critical role of strength training for longevity, metabolism, and confidence • How to optimize nutrition and go on a “nutrient hunt” to supercharge energy • The truth about processed foods, food labels, and endocrine disruptors • The importance of high-quality proteins, including vegetarian alternatives and clean protein powders • What GLP-1 (the popular hormone) really does, why GLP-1 medications and probiotics are trending, and when they support metabolism • Why sleep and stress management are as vital as diet and exercise in menopause • How to make this transition your personal revolution — letting go of cultural expectations and embracing the next phase with strength and self-compassion Dr. Gajer also shares actionable tips for improving sleep hygiene, balancing hormones, and why even small, steady changes build real results. Discover how muscle mass, nutrient-dense eating, and holistic support can help you feel like yourself again — and even better than before. #perimenopause #menopause #womenshealth #weightlifting #nutrition #hormones #GLP1 #midlife #health #NatalieTysdalPodcast View Primary Resources & Show Notes https://www.natalietysdal.com/podcast Sign up for my newsletter written to YOU at: https://page.natalietysdal.com/newsletter Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/ntysdalhttps://www.tiktok.com/@ntysdal https://www.facebook.com/NatalieTysdalhttps://www.natalietysdal.com/ Catch full episodes of The Natalie Tysdal Podcast here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ntysdal/featured 📺 Listen while you're on-the-go! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-natalie-tysdal-podcast/id1559811806 Available wherever you get your podcasts — new episodes Monday! Subscribe to the channel: https://www.youtube.com/ntysdal I am a health journalist. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, or other qualified professional. Seeking Health Vitamins and Supplements: https://crrnt.app/SEEK/NgmAZXqO Get Natalie's Newsletter: https://page.natalietysdal.com/newsletter Before you go on Camera: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining Podcast Launch Guide: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining Connect with Natalie 👉 Connect with Natalie! Website: https://www.natalietysdal.com Email: hello@natalietysdal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ntysdal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NatalieTysdal/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ntysdal Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ntysdal/ https://www.youtube.com/c/ntysdal Looka logo maker: https://looka.partnerlinks.io/us80hqy8cs8o Sign Up for Natalie’s Newsletter: https://page.natalietysdal.com/newsletter

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Is your relentless drive actually harming you? Amanda reveals the dark side of grit and how to break free from toxic productivity before it breaks you. #ToxicGrit #Productivity #SelfImprovement #MentalHealth Full Episode with Amanda here: https://youtube.com/shorts/RAxYzsCX1KY?feature=share Sign up for my newsletter written to YOU at: https://page.natalietysdal.com/newsletter Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/ntysdalhttps://www.tiktok.com/@ntysdal https://www.facebook.com/NatalieTysdalhttps://www.natalietysdal.com/ For more resources related to today’s episode, click here for the podcast episode page: https://www.natalietysdal.com/podcast Catch full episodes of The Natalie Tysdal Podcast here on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@ntysdal/featured 📺 Listen to The Natalie Tysdal Podcast while you're on-the-go! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-natalie-tysdal-podcast/id1559811806 Available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. New episodes drop every Monday (to start your week). — Subscribe to the channel here: https://www.youtube.com/ntysdal I am a health journalist. I am not a licensed therapist, and this podcast is NOT intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, or other qualified professional. Seeking Health Vitamins and Supplements: https://crrnt.app/SEEK/NgmAZXqO Get Natalie's Newsletter: https://page.natalietysdal.com/newsletter Before you go on Camera: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining Podcast Launch Guide: https://www.natalietysdal.com/mediatraining Connect with Natalie 👉 Connect with Natalie! Website: https://www.natalietysdal.com Email: hello@natalietysdal.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ntysdal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NatalieTysdal/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ntysdal Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/ntysdal/ https://www.youtube.com/c/ntysdal Looka logo maker: https://looka.partnerlinks.io/us80hqy8cs8o Sign Up for Natalie’s Newsletter: https://page.natalietysdal.com/newsletter