In this episode, we explore Stacey's inspiring transformation journey during perimenopause. Stacey, a health education specialist with a robust background in diabetes education, nutrition, running, and overall health and fitness, shares her struggles with severe depression, hormonal imbalances, perimenopause symptoms and the frustrations of unsustainable diet trends. By embracing a holistic approach to nutrition, fitness and wellness lifestyle strategies, Stacey discovered how small, science-backed intentional changes could have a huge impact on her health and performance.

From dealing with sleep issues, headaches, and constant fatigue, she explains how adjusting her nutrition, fitness routine, and mindset helped her feel vibrant and energized again. Stacey emphasizes the importance of proper nutrition, showing how eating strategically for hormone health can boost mood, energy, and physical performance. She also highlights the benefits of a balanced fitness approach, proving that sometimes less is more—focusing on smart female-specific running and strength training methods can reduce injuries and boost metabolism. Simple habits like seed cycling, reducing supplement and medication use replaced with strategic hydration and fueling protocols, and optimizing sleep made a big difference for her, demonstrating how small changes can lead to major improvements. Above all, Stacey's story is a reminder that patience and a long-term perspective are key to lifelong sustainable results and a true holistic transformation.

Whether you're navigating perimenopause or just looking for a fresh approach to health and fitness, this episode offers practical tips and inspiration to help you thrive.

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Episode Highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(2:49) Growing up with conflicting messages about health and body image
(5:03) Breaking free from unsustainable diets and understanding prevention
(6:51) The importance of a holistic approach to fitness and well-being
(9:18) The negative effects of extreme fasting and finding balance
(13:30) Nutrition’s impact on sleep, headaches, and overall health
(20:16) How less is more in running and fitness
(29:03) Tools and strategies that made the biggest difference
(42:22) Redefining success: focusing on health over weight loss
(57:43) Stacey’s goals for the new year and advice for thriving in perimenopause
(1:06:08) Outro

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