Ep.151 Why Diets Fail Women Over 50—And What Actually Works with Karen Karlsen

Ep.151 Why Diets Fail Women Over 50—And What Actually Works with Karen Karlsen

Author: Michele Henning Folan April 7, 2025 Duration: 52:22
Think Your Best Years Are Behind You? Think Again. If you're in midlife and wondering why your body suddenly feels like it's working against you—fatigue, stubborn weight, poor sleep—you are so not alone. But here’s the truth: it doesn’t have to be this way. In this episode, I sit down with Karen Karlsen, Faster Way coach and pro-aging advocate, who transformed her health after a shocking prediabetes diagnosis in her 50s. Now thriving at 60, Karen shares how she ditched diet culture and embrac...

Navigating the changes that come with midlife can leave many women with more questions than answers, especially when it comes to their well-being. Health, Fitness & Personal Growth Tips for Women in Midlife: Asking for a Friend, hosted by Michele Henning Folan, meets you right in that space of uncertainty. This isn't about quick fixes or generic advice. Instead, each episode feels like a thoughtful conversation with a knowledgeable friend who understands this specific chapter. Michele brings in trusted experts to tackle the real, often unspoken questions surrounding fitness, nutrition, and overall health during and after menopause. You'll hear practical strategies that acknowledge your changing body, discussions that cut through the noise of wellness trends, and honest talk about rebuilding a sustainable sense of vitality. The whole point of this podcast is to move from feeling stuck to feeling empowered, offering actionable insights that help you take control on your own terms. It’s a resource for anyone who wants to approach their health with clarity and confidence, making the coming years truly your own.
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Health, Fitness & Personal Growth Tips for Women in Midlife: Asking for a Friend
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Ep.149 Snooze or Lose: Sleep - The Foundation You Can't Ignore [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:56
Tired of staring at the ceiling at 3 AM, running on empty, and feeling like a zombie by mid-afternoon? You’re not alone—midlife sleep struggles are real, but they don’t have to be your norm. In this must-listen episode,…