Moving through Midlife | Helping Midlife Women Move Better and Feel Better
Courtney McManus
236 episodes
3 months ago
Send us a text What if getting strong and feeling good in midlife didn’t require long workouts, sweaty HIIT sessions, or dragging yourself to the gym? In this episode, I’m sharing the simple fitness routine that’s been a game-changer for me—and why it might be exactly what your body needs, too. This isn’t about shortcuts. It’s about sustainability. We’ll talk about why daily walking plus just two intentional exercises a day can build real strength, support your joints, and help you stay consi...
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Send us a text What if getting strong and feeling good in midlife didn’t require long workouts, sweaty HIIT sessions, or dragging yourself to the gym? In this episode, I’m sharing the simple fitness routine that’s been a game-changer for me—and why it might be exactly what your body needs, too. This isn’t about shortcuts. It’s about sustainability. We’ll talk about why daily walking plus just two intentional exercises a day can build real strength, support your joints, and help you stay consi...
Send us a text What if getting strong and feeling good in midlife didn’t require long workouts, sweaty HIIT sessions, or dragging yourself to the gym? In this episode, I’m sharing the simple fitness routine that’s been a game-changer for me—and why it might be exactly what your body needs, too. This isn’t about shortcuts. It’s about sustainability. We’ll talk about why daily walking plus just two intentional exercises a day can build real strength, support your joints, and help you stay consi...
Send us a text January invites us to embrace a slower pace rather than an overwhelming reset. By honoring nature's rhythms, we reflect on past habits, adopt intentional goals, and cultivate a healthier lifestyle throughout the winter months. • Embracing a relaxed January instead of a rush for new resolutions • Seasonal rhythms promote rest and introspection • Intentional goal setting allows for sustainable habit changes • Morning routines can set a positive tone for t...
Send us a text Struggling with irritable bowel syndrome can feel like an endless maze of discomfort and confusion, as both my guest Atavia and I know all too well. Atavia, a thoughtful online nutritional therapist, opens up about her personal battle with IBS beginning in her early twenties, sharing the hidden challenges of weight loss and anxiety. Throughout our conversation, we shine a light on the shortcomings of traditional medical treatments and underscore the transformative power of know...
Send us a text Imagine a life free from the nagging pain of a stiff neck and aching upper back. Join me, Courtney, your guide and personal trainer, as we explore actionable strategies to combat the discomfort that plagues our modern sedentary lifestyles. We’ll uncover how everyday activities like desk work and driving can sneakily influence our posture, leading to that persistent muscle tension. Together, we'll practice envisioning a string pulling from the crown of your head to correct forwa...
Send us a text Ever felt that exercise is more of a chore than a celebration of movement? Join me, Courtney, as I promise to reshape the way you think about staying active, especially during midlife. Let's transform exercise from a grueling duty into joyful moments that nourish both your body and spirit. We'll explore nurturing movements that seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing your health, longevity, and overall well-being through techniques like habit stacking and movement snacks...
Send us a text Unlock the secrets to a healthier midlife as we explore the transformative power of core strength and balance. What if achieving true core strength is less about six-pack abs and more about the collective muscle power of your back, diaphragm, hips, and pelvic floor? Join us for a journey into understanding how strengthening these vital muscle groups can improve posture, reduce back pain, and combat the natural muscle loss that accelerates after age 40. We’ll discuss the often o...
Send us a text Ever felt that your body is trying to tell you something? Join us for an illuminating conversation with Lisa Kilgore, a registered holistic nutritionist and the author of "Undieting." Lisa shares her powerful story of overcoming severe health issues through the magic of nutrition. Discover the importance of creating individualized nutrition plans, the transformative power of listening to your body's needs, and how small, sustainable changes can make a world of difference in fig...
Send us a text Curious about how hormonal changes are impacting your exercise routine? Discover the secrets to maintaining health, strength, and energy through midlife as we delve into the effects of fluctuating estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone. We'll share how progesterone can play a key role in managing anxiety and mood swings and offer practical tips for hormonal balance through cycle syncing. Learn how to adjust your strength training to avoid overexertion, reduce the frequency, a...
Send us a text Can supplements really help you shed those stubborn midlife pounds? Tune in to this episode of Moving Through Midlife, where we unpack the truth about weight loss supplements and why they should only support—not replace—a balanced diet and regular exercise. I explain how starting your day with a protein-packed breakfast can kickstart your metabolism and how collagen can rejuvenate your skin, joints, and hair. However, the focus remains on how consistent, healthy habits are the ...
Send us a text Can cutting just 10 grams of added sugar from your daily diet really reverse the biological clock? On this episode of Moving Through Midlife, we explore groundbreaking research from UC San Francisco that suggests it can, particularly for your skin health. Discover how even small changes in your sugar intake can lead to significant improvements in your biological age. We'll unpack the fascinating findings from a study involving diverse women and their epigenetic clocks, and lear...
Send us a text What if you could slow down the impact of aging on your body? Join us on this enlightening episode of Moving Through Midlife as we unpack a groundbreaking study from Nature Aging, revealing how our bodies transform significantly in our mid-40s and early 60s. We'll explore changes in cardiovascular health, metabolism of caffeine and alcohol, immune regulation, carbohydrate metabolism, and kidney function. Learn how these shifts might explain why you can't handle caffeine or alco...
Send us a text Could simple morning habits really transform your midlife health journey? Discover how exposing yourself to morning sunlight can naturally regulate your circadian rhythm and boost cortisol, setting the stage for a better day. Learn about an effective movement routine that involves lifting your arms overhead to improve posture and support lymphatic drainage. Plus, find out why postponing your first cup of coffee until after breakfast might be a game-changer for managing cortisol...
Send us a text What if the key to better health in midlife is simply slowing down? Join me, Courtney, on this episode of Moving Through Midlife, where we unlock the transformative power of simplifying your wellness strategies. We'll explore how being intentional in three areas—slowing down, moving more, and being present—can transition you from a state of stress to a state of relaxation. This shift not only enhances nutrient absorption and muscle activation but also allows you to fully enjoy ...
Send us a text Ever wondered how something as simple as breathing could transform your life? Discover how mastering 360 breathing techniques and proper posture can soothe your nervous system, reduce anxiety, and enhance your overall well-being in our latest episode of "Moving Through Midlife." We’ll uncover the science behind how the diaphragm's movement and its interaction with the heart and vagus nerve can shift you from a fight or flight response to a peaceful rest and digest state. Learn ...
Send us a text Can you truly transform your eating habits by simply paying more attention to your food? Join me, Courtney, on this enlightening episode of Moving Through Midlife, as I sit down with Chef James Barry, the esteemed private chef and visionary behind Eat Pluck, to uncover the secrets of mindful eating. Chef Barry brings to light the contrast between our modern, often confusing dietary landscape and the wisdom of our ancestors. We discuss how understanding and reconnecting with our...
Send us a text Transform your approach to conflict resolution with insights from Karleene, a seasoned hostage negotiator. Discover the techniques that Karleene uses to navigate everyday conflicts, drawn from her personal experiences balancing a household with a brain-injured husband and seven children. You’ll uncover the five foundational principles she swears by—curiosity, attitude, master listening, connection, and reframing—to control emotional reactions and maintain constructive dialogue....
Send us a text Imagine you're walking confidently through your golden years, free from the fear of falls and injuries. That's not just a dream; it's a reality you can achieve by focusing on one crucial area: your ankles. Join me, Courtney, on this episode of Moving Through Midlife, as I share a deeply personal story about a family member's fall that underscores the undeniable value of ankle mobility and strength. We'll dive into a practical, step-by-step exercise you can start right from your...
Send us a text Deb Blum is the founder and guide for The Whole Soul Way 12-Month Experience. Having been an empowerment and transformational coach for women for over a decade, she's pulled together everything she's learned on her own path and from her clients into a guided self-paced online course and program. In this program, she teaches a step-by-step process to unhook from fear, conditioning, and other barriers to love so that you can truly enjoy the life you're in and experience emotional...
Send us a text The first Monday of the month I provide you with a movement snack to see how you are moving in your every day life. Today we are talking about Mobility and these are exercises that we all need to be practicing on the daily. I discuss: -the importance of mobility -what joints should be stable and what joints should be mobile -how to work on foot mobility -exercise to strengthen the big toe -how to increase hip mobility -the importance of adding rotation into your daily&nb...
Send us a text If you struggle with organizing your pictures or not sure how you should create a photo book this podcast is for you. Today I speak with Haleh of Picturli. Haleh Shoa is the founder and CEO of Picturli, a photo organization, curation, archiving and design studio that helps families, individuals and businesses transform their photo mess into one sortable digital library. Haleh and her team meticulously organize their client’s entire photo collections into a sortable...
Moving through Midlife | Helping Midlife Women Move Better and Feel Better
Send us a text What if getting strong and feeling good in midlife didn’t require long workouts, sweaty HIIT sessions, or dragging yourself to the gym? In this episode, I’m sharing the simple fitness routine that’s been a game-changer for me—and why it might be exactly what your body needs, too. This isn’t about shortcuts. It’s about sustainability. We’ll talk about why daily walking plus just two intentional exercises a day can build real strength, support your joints, and help you stay consi...
