The Hidden Health Crisis Affecting 50% of Women Over 40 with Kim Vopni

The Hidden Health Crisis Affecting 50% of Women Over 40 with Kim Vopni

Author: JJ Virgin July 16, 2025 Duration: 1:02:44
"I argue pelvic floor physical therapists can literally change marriages." - Kim Vopni When I sat down with Kim Vopni, known as "The Vagina Coach," she dropped a bombshell that completely blew my mind about bladder infections that should be standard care—but isn't. As someone who's spent decades in the health and fitness world, I thought I knew everything about taking care of my body. But this conversation revealed a massive blind spot that affects up to 50% of women who've given birth, and countless others who haven't. Kim's expertise revealed why pelvic floor health for women over 40 is absolutely critical, yet so many of us are secretly struggling with issues we've been told are "just part of being a woman" or "normal aging." From understanding why 95% of women with low back pain have pelvic floor dysfunction to learning how vaginal estrogen can be a game-changer for UTI prevention, this episode will transform how you think about your body and empower you to take action that could literally change your life.   What you’ll learn: Why pelvic floor health for women over 40 is crucial for preventing surgery and maintaining active lifestyles The shocking statistics about pelvic organ prolapse and incontinence that no one talks about How menopause and hormonal changes dramatically impact your pelvic floor function The connection between chronic constipation, posture, and pelvic floor dysfunction Why every woman should see a pelvic floor physical therapist annually (just like the dentist!) The truth about vaginal estrogen and how it can prevent recurrent UTIs Simple steps you can take right now to assess and improve your pelvic floor health How to properly integrate pelvic floor training into your existing workout routine Love the Podcast? Here’s what to do: Make My Day & Share Your Thoughts! Subscribe to the podcast & leave me a review Text a screenshot to 813-565-2627 Expect a personal reply because your voice is so important to me. Join 55,000+ followers who make this podcast thrive. Want to listen to the show completely ad-free?  Go to subscribetojj.com Enjoy the VIP experience for just $4.99/month or $49.99/year (save 17%!) Click “TRY FREE” and start your ad-free journey today! Full show notes (including all links mentioned): https://jjvirgin.com/vopni Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Midlife isn't a crisis; it's a catalyst. On Well Beyond 40, JJ Virgin guides a conversation about rewriting the narrative of aging for women, moving from simply coping to truly thriving. This isn't about chasing youth, but about building a foundation of strength and vitality that makes the coming decades the most rewarding yet. Each episode feels like a direct, practical talk with a trusted expert who cuts through the noise. You'll hear actionable strategies rooted in science, focusing on how nutrition, movement, and mindset intersect uniquely during this life stage. JJ translates complex research into clear steps for refueling your body, managing energy, and cultivating a sense of purpose that goes far beyond the scale. The Well Beyond 40 podcast operates on the principle that knowing *why* something works is just as important as knowing *what* to do. Listeners are invited into a space where questions about metabolic shifts, hormonal balance, sustainable fitness, and intentional beauty are met with evidence-based answers and genuine empathy. It’s a resource for any woman ready to move past generic advice and discover what it means to age with power, confidence, and joy on her own terms. Tune in to reframe your approach and build a life that feels truly well-lived.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Well Beyond 40
Podcast Episodes
The Truth About Breakfast and Fat Loss for Women Over 40 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:25
The intermittent fasting craze has left so many of us confused about whether we should eat breakfast or skip it entirely. I've watched women swing from one extreme to the other - from grabbing a muffin and latte on the r…
The Biology of Trauma with Dr. Aimie Apigian [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 49:32
"Trauma becomes a burden that the body carries…and it's up to you to decide, do I still want to carry this or do I want to put it down?" - Dr. Aimie Apigian You know how some women say they sailed through menopause like…
Why I'm Breaking Up with My Bathroom Scale (And You Should Too) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 22:33
After decades in the health industry, I'm on a mission to get rid of traditional scales. Here's why: We've been focusing on the wrong metric for far too long, and it's doing real metabolic damage, especially to women ove…
Hidden Food Additives Sabotaging Women Over 40 with Courtney Swan [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:06
"We have allowed about 10,000 additives into our food supply. In the EU, they allow around 300 to 400 additives depending on what country you're looking at. 300 to 400 versus 10,000 is a large leap." - Courtney Swan The…
Hormone Therapy for Breast Cancer Survivors with Dr. Mindy Goldman [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:34
"No one should suffer. I think a lot of cancer survivors get told, be thankful you're alive. We've got all these wonderful treatments. We will keep you alive and just deal with the side effects of treatments, and that ju…