Why Hormone Therapy Fails: A Deeper Look At The Physiology with Matt Cusano FDNP

The real reason you’re gaining weight after 40- HINT- It’s not your hormones

If you've been blaming your hormones for the changes you've noticed after 40, this episode may change the way you think about fat loss forever. While hormones certainly influence how your body functions, one of the biggest reasons women struggle with weight gain, a slower metabolism, and a changing body composition is often overlooked: low muscle mass. In this episode, I am breaking down why muscle is far more than something that makes you look "toned." It's metabolically active tissue that plays a critical role in supporting your metabolism, blood sugar regulation, insulin sensitivity, strength, energy expenditure, and your body's ability to lose fat and keep it off. I'll discuss why fat loss becomes more difficult when muscle is lacking, why the number on the scale rarely tells the full story, and why building muscle, not simply eating less or doing more cardio, may be the missing piece to creating a stronger, healthier, more resilient body after 40. If you're tired of feeling like your hormones are working against you, this episode will give you a new perspective on what may actually be holding you back. Ready to go deeper? If you’re a woman over 40 who feels like you’re doing everything right, but your body still isn’t responding the way it used to...this is exactly the work I do. My coaching is built around identifying what’s keeping your body stuck, rebuilding the environment your hormones need to function, and creating a strategy you can actually execute long enough for it to work. You don’t need more random inputs. You need a body that can respond to the right ones. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE! [http://www.revivewellness.health/] Join me on Instagram! [http://www.instagram.com/allisonfahrenbach] My coaching is for women who are ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start building a body that actually responds through smarter nutrition, strength-focused training, functional health insight, and a more sustainable strategy. You can learn more and apply for coaching at revivewellness.health. [https://www.revivewellness.health/coaching-1] Not ready to invest full in coaching? Book a Clarity Consultation! [https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/RMSU8LHCW2Y3W] Try Syntrax! [https://www.si03.com/nectar-naturals.php]To try to the most delicious, gluten free, lactose free "top of the line" whey isolate AND save 15% follow this link. [https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.si03.com%2Fr%2FSyntraxAllison&data=05%7C02%7C%7C223b18316c5a4d6a11a508de194c318e%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638976012191713002%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=eYOWhqvasiDsfwLYanjDrBOkcpIU7I7YZjLlwp2O%2FrY%3D&reserved=0]Discount automatically provided at checkout! Want some FREE LMNT? Use this link [http://elementallabs.refr.cc/allisonmoyer]for a FREE sample pack with any order! Save 10% on... [https://www.purefactorformulations.com/]

The Biggest Myth About Discipline I Bet You've Been Led to Believe

Most people believe discipline is something you're either born with or you're not. They look at highly consistent people and assume they're naturally more motivated, more driven, or simply have more willpower. The truth? That's a discipline myth. In this episode, I'm breaking down what discipline actually is, why it has very little to do with motivation, and how it's built through repeated behaviors, not personality traits. We'll talk about why your brain resists change, how small daily choices shape your identity, and the practical strategies you can use to become more consistent in your nutrition, training, and health. If you've ever found yourself saying, "I just need more discipline," this episode will change the way you think about it—and show you how to start building it. Because discipline isn't a gift. It's a skill. And like any skill, it can be learned. Ready to go deeper? If you’re a woman over 40 who feels like you’re doing everything right, but your body still isn’t responding the way it used to...this is exactly the work I do. My coaching is built around identifying what’s keeping your body stuck, rebuilding the environment your hormones need to function, and creating a strategy you can actually execute long enough for it to work. You don’t need more random inputs. You need a body that can respond to the right ones. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE! [http://www.revivewellness.health/] Join me on Instagram! [http://www.instagram.com/allisonfahrenbach] My coaching is for women who are ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start building a body that actually responds through smarter nutrition, strength-focused training, functional health insight, and a more sustainable strategy. You can learn more and apply for coaching at revivewellness.health. [https://www.revivewellness.health/coaching-1] Not ready to invest full in coaching? Book a Clarity Consultation! [https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/RMSU8LHCW2Y3W] Try Syntrax! [https://www.si03.com/nectar-naturals.php]To try to the most delicious, gluten free, lactose free "top of the line" whey isolate AND save 15% follow this link. [https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.si03.com%2Fr%2FSyntraxAllison&data=05%7C02%7C%7C223b18316c5a4d6a11a508de194c318e%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638976012191713002%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=eYOWhqvasiDsfwLYanjDrBOkcpIU7I7YZjLlwp2O%2FrY%3D&reserved=0]Discount automatically provided at checkout! Want some FREE LMNT? Use this link [http://elementallabs.refr.cc/allisonmoyer]for a FREE sample pack with any order! Save 10% on... [https://www.purefactorformulations.com/]

Alcohol in Perimenopause: The Tradeoffs Women Need to Understand

In this episode, we’re having the honest alcohol conversation women in perimenopause and menopause actually need.  Not from a moralizing standpoint.  Not from a fear-based standpoint.  But from a physiological one.  Because you can absolutely choose to keep alcohol in your life. The question is whether you are willing to accept the tradeoffs that come with that choice. We’re talking about how alcohol can amplify midlife symptoms like poor sleep, night waking, hot flashes, cravings, blood sugar swings, worse recovery, and a body that feels less forgiving than it used to.  We also get into alcohol’s impact on fat loss, muscle growth, body composition, and why the issue is not alcohol itself...the issue is wanting the outcome while pretending the things working against that outcome do not count. If you care about feeling better, building muscle, improving body composition, and understanding the real cost of your current habits, this episode is for you. Ready to go deeper? If you’re a woman over 40 who feels like you’re doing everything right, but your body still isn’t responding the way it used to...this is exactly the work I do. My coaching is built around identifying what’s keeping your body stuck, rebuilding the environment your hormones need to function, and creating a strategy you can actually execute long enough for it to work. You don’t need more random inputs. You need a body that can respond to the right ones. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE! [http://www.revivewellness.health/] Join me on Instagram! [http://www.instagram.com/allisonfahrenbach] My coaching is for women who are ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start building a body that actually responds through smarter nutrition, strength-focused training, functional health insight, and a more sustainable strategy. You can learn more and apply for coaching at revivewellness.health. [https://www.revivewellness.health/coaching-1] Not ready to invest full in coaching? Book a Clarity Consultation! [https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/RMSU8LHCW2Y3W] Try Syntrax! [https://www.si03.com/nectar-naturals.php]To try to the most delicious, gluten free, lactose free "top of the line" whey isolate AND save 15% follow this link. [https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.si03.com%2Fr%2FSyntraxAllison&data=05%7C02%7C%7C223b18316c5a4d6a11a508de194c318e%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638976012191713002%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=eYOWhqvasiDsfwLYanjDrBOkcpIU7I7YZjLlwp2O%2FrY%3D&reserved=0]Discount automatically provided at checkout! Want some FREE LMNT? Use this link [http://elementallabs.refr.cc/allisonmoyer]for a FREE sample pack with any order! Save 10% on... [https://www.purefactorformulations.com/]

The GLP 1 Conversation No One Is Having with Olivia Stivers, APRN

GLP-1 medications have become one of the most talked-about tools in health and weight loss, but are we having the right conversation? In this episode, I sit down with Olivia Stivers, a Family Nurse Practitioner with a background in both primary care and nutrition-focused health optimization, to discuss the realities of GLP-1 medications. Together, we explore: *  Who GLP-1 medications may be appropriate for, and who they may not be  *  The risks of chasing rapid weight loss without addressing underlying health  *  Muscle loss, metabolism, and long-term body composition concerns  *  Why nutrition, strength training, and lifestyle habits still matter  *  What patients need to know before starting, during use, and when coming off these medications  *  The unintended downstream side effects of these medications **This is not a pro-GLP-1 or anti-GLP-1 conversation. It's a nuanced discussion about informed decision-making, sustainable health, and helping people understand the full picture before they jump on the latest trends.  Follow Olivia on IG: @ewellness_office Visit Elivate Wellness online: https://www.elivatewellness.com/  Ready to go deeper? If you’re a woman over 40 who feels like you’re doing everything right, but your body still isn’t responding the way it used to...this is exactly the work I do. My coaching is built around identifying what’s keeping your body stuck, rebuilding the environment your hormones need to function, and creating a strategy you can actually execute long enough for it to work. You don’t need more random inputs. You need a body that can respond to the right ones. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE! [http://www.revivewellness.health/] Join me on Instagram! [http://www.instagram.com/allisonfahrenbach] My coaching is for women who are ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start building a body that actually responds through smarter nutrition, strength-focused training, functional health insight, and a more sustainable strategy. You can learn more and apply for coaching at revivewellness.health. [https://www.revivewellness.health/coaching-1] Not ready to invest full in coaching? Book a Clarity Consultation! [https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/RMSU8LHCW2Y3W] Try Syntrax! [https://www.si03.com/nectar-naturals.php]To try to the most delicious, gluten free, lactose free "top of the line" whey isolate AND save 15% follow this link. [https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.si03.com%2Fr%2FSyntraxAllison&data=05%7C02%7C%7C223b18316c5a4d6a11a508de194c318e%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638976012191713002%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=eYOWhqvasiDsfwLYanjDrBOkcpIU7I7YZjLlwp2O%2FrY%3D&reserved=0]Discount automatically provided at checkout! Want some FREE LMNT? Use this link [http://elementallabs.refr.cc/allisonmoyer]for a FREE sample pack with any order! Save 10% on... [https://www.purefactorformulations.com/]

Menopause Belly Fat: What’s Actually Changing

Menopause belly fat. It's one of the most common frustrations women bring into my practice, and one of the most misunderstood. Many women assume the answer is simply declining estrogen or that they're destined to gain weight as they age. But the reality is far more nuanced. In this episode, I am unpacking what's actually changing during perimenopause and menopause, including shifts in muscle mass, metabolism, hormones, stress resilience, digestion, pelvic floor function, and body composition. We'll discuss why bloating, constipation, and changes in abdominal pressure can make your midsection appear larger even when body fat hasn't dramatically increased, and why preserving muscle becomes more important than ever. We'll also talk about the role of lifestyle habits that either support or accelerate these changes. If you've ever looked in the mirror and felt like your body is changing in ways you don't understand, this episode will help you separate fact from fiction and give you a clearer understanding of what's really happening beneath the surface. Because menopause doesn't automatically cause belly fat, but understanding the changes occurring in your body can help you navigate this season with far more confidence and far less frustration. Ready to go deeper? If you’re a woman over 40 who feels like you’re doing everything right, but your body still isn’t responding the way it used to...this is exactly the work I do. My coaching is built around identifying what’s keeping your body stuck, rebuilding the environment your hormones need to function, and creating a strategy you can actually execute long enough for it to work. You don’t need more random inputs. You need a body that can respond to the right ones. CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE! [http://www.revivewellness.health/] Join me on Instagram! [http://www.instagram.com/allisonfahrenbach] My coaching is for women who are ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start building a body that actually responds through smarter nutrition, strength-focused training, functional health insight, and a more sustainable strategy. You can learn more and apply for coaching at revivewellness.health. [https://www.revivewellness.health/coaching-1] Not ready to invest full in coaching? Book a Clarity Consultation! [https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/RMSU8LHCW2Y3W] Try Syntrax! [https://www.si03.com/nectar-naturals.php]To try to the most delicious, gluten free, lactose free "top of the line" whey isolate AND save 15% follow this link. [https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.si03.com%2Fr%2FSyntraxAllison&data=05%7C02%7C%7C223b18316c5a4d6a11a508de194c318e%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638976012191713002%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=eYOWhqvasiDsfwLYanjDrBOkcpIU7I7YZjLlwp2O%2FrY%3D&reserved=0]Discount automatically provided at checkout! Want some FREE LMNT? Use this link [http://elementallabs.refr.cc/allisonmoyer]for a FREE sample pack with any order! Save 10% on... [https://www.purefactorformulations.com/]