Age like a girl with Dr. Mindy Pelz

Age like a girl with Dr. Mindy Pelz

Author: Allan Misner December 23, 2025 Duration: 45:57

On episode 726 of the 40+ Fitness podcast, Coach Allan sits down with Dr. Mindy Pelz to dive into her groundbreaking book, Age Like a Girl: How Menopause Rewires Your Brain for Mental Clarity, Increased Confidence, and Renewed Energy.

For too long, menopause has been seen as a decline, but Dr. Mindy is here to flip the script—showing us how this stage of life can be a powerful transformation for women.

Together, they unpack the science behind menopause, its impact on neurochemistry, and why these changes don't have to signal the end, but rather the start of a vibrant and empowering new chapter.

Dr. Mindy shares her personal journey, the ancestral roots of the "grandmother hypothesis," and practical, research-backed lifestyle changes to help women thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally after 40.

Plus, this episode acknowledges the importance of support from partners and why open conversations with the men in our lives are crucial during this transition.

Time Stamps

03:47 Menopause & Marital Communication

09:26 Breaking Under Online Pressure

12:58 Redefining Life Through Menopause

15:35 Grandmother Hypothesis and Menopause Energy

17:56 Grandmother Hypothesis and Aging

22:47 Post-40 Nutrition: Stabilizing Glucose

25:46 Fasting for Brain & Mood Boost

28:08 Mastering Glucose for Health

32:01 Unexpected Hard Work and Adaptation

36:13 Estrogen: The Brain's Timekeeper

39:40 Resetting the Timekeeper Naturally

 

https://agelikeagirlbook.com 
https://drmindypelz.com 


Turning forty doesn't mean your best health is behind you; it often means you're just getting started. Hosted by Allan Misner, the 40+ Fitness Podcast is a candid conversation about navigating wellness as life gets more complex. This isn't about unrealistic transformations or fad diets, but sustainable practices that fit into a busy, mature life. Each week, Allan brings a focus on actionable advice for strength, mobility, nutrition, and mindset, specifically tailored for those in their forties, fifties, sixties, and well beyond. You'll hear from experts and everyday people who are redefining what fitness means at every age, blending topics from mainstream health to alternative approaches. The tone is encouraging but grounded, offering education without judgment. Tuning into this podcast feels like getting reliable, friendly guidance from someone who understands that your body's needs evolve, and your goals might shift from chasing personal records to maintaining vitality and independence. New episodes arrive every Tuesday, ready to meet you wherever you are on your journey.
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