Ep 159: Before Peptides & Hormones: How to Know If Cortisol Is Running the Show

EP 156: Day 6 “Stop Starting Your Day Exhausted: The Morning Energy Routine That Changes Everything”

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women’s Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality. In this episode, Dr. Heidi and I dive into the power of your first 60 minutes, and why that small window quietly shapes your cortisol rhythm, mental clarity, metabolism, and motivation for the entire day. We're not talking about perfection or forcing a 5 a.m. wake-up; we're talking about intentionally designing a morning ritual that actually fuels you, no matter what season of life you're in. From setting your mindset before your feet hit the floor, to simple, science-backed practices like morning light, cold exposure, breathwork, and strategic hydration, we break down how to create a routine that feels good, sticks long-term, and sets you up to win, without the overwhelm. Key Highlights: ➡️ Why your first 60 minutes directly impact your cortisol, blood sugar, metabolism, and brain clarity. ➡️ How the first few seconds after waking can influence your mindset for the entire day. ➡️ How your brain defaults to habitual patterns and how to take control of it. ➡️ Why even a few minutes of natural light (yes even on cloudy days) can reset your internal rhythm. ➡️ A simple habit that can boost alertness and energy without relying on caffeine. ➡️ Why your body needs gentle movement early in the day and it does not have to be a full workout. ➡️ The overlooked habit that supports detoxification, metabolism, and overall function. ➡️ Why your first meal should fuel your body and not spike and crash your energy. Key Takeaways: “Make yourself before you sit up. You've got to be able to say, this is my intention. This is what it is. This is who I am.” -Kellie Lupsha “Consistency is king... It's about building a habit. And once you build that habit and your brain has that habit, that's the expectation of your body, of your brain, of your nervous system.” -Dr. Heidi 1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN’S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB! A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**. 👉 ****Join us Here [https://womenslongevityandwellness.com/hub] 2️⃣ I can’t stop talking about P84 - It is the Masterpiece of all gut healing. Finally no more bloating, gassiness, pregnant after meals, and feel better in those jeans! Yes, it is a simple system to mix in water and it regulates, repairs and restores ALL aspects of your gut. Say goodbye to multiple digestive enzymes, probiotics, prebiotics, fermented food; P84 is hear to the rescue to officially heal our guts. “All disease starts in the gut” …Hippocrates. Check it out and order here “The Healthy Edge” [https://cart.lifevantage.com/US/shoppingcart/share/98d3c11d-16ff-4684-8fe3-db892fbf07eahttps:/cart.lifevantage.com/US/shoppingcart/share/98d3c11d-16ff-4684-8fe3-db892fbf07ea] 3️⃣ My #1 Health Hack** I Never Go Without. This is my go-to EVERYDAY for feeling my best, achieving quality sleep, having amazing energy, and supporting my overall wellness and longevity.** Discover the Healthy Glow Stack! [https://bit.ly/glowstack] 4️⃣ Lastly, if you’d like to Book a “2026 Get back in the Game” $37 Coaching Session with me, Grab it today - The best time to start is TODAY https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/midlifeclaritycall-497317Book Now! [https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/midlifeclaritycall-497317] *TAKE THE FREE ~ DISCOVER YOUR MIDLIFE HEALTH BLUEPRINT***** >>> Click Here <<< [https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/quiz-home] Connect with me on: Facebook: @‌kellie.lupsha⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/kellie.lupsha] Instagram: ⁠⁠@kellielupsha [https://www.instagram.com/kellielupsha/] TikTok: ⁠⁠@womenslongevityexpert [https://www.tiktok.com/@womenslongevityexpert] YouTube: @‌kellielupsha⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@kellielupsha] Website: kellielupsha.com [https://kellielupsha.com/] Connect with Dr. Heidi on: Facebook: ⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/kellie.lupsha]http://facebook.com/heidi.iratcabal/ [http://facebook.com/heidi.iratcabal/] Instagram: ⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/kellielupsha/]instagram.com/heidihealthnd/ [https://www.instagram.com/heidihealthnd/] Website: ⁠⁠ [https://kellielupsha.com/]scienceofthriving.com [https://scienceofthriving.com/] MAKE SURE YOU SHARE, RATE THE EPISODE 5 STARS & LEAVE A REVIEW! Mentioned in this episode: After the Energy Upgrade Challenge pitch to the Membership 2026 Outro with Music

Ep 157 Come experience Spain, France, Ireland and more with me

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women’s Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality. In this episode, I’m taking you right alongside me on a two-week journey across Europe with my mom and daughter, sharing the moments, the mishaps, the quiet discoveries, and the pure joy that comes from stepping outside your comfort zone. Whether you’re already mapping out your own overseas adventure or just need a little push to start dreaming bigger, pull up a chair, grab your favorite drink, and let’s wander through this together. Key Highlights: ➡️ How I navigated jet lag, a dying phone, and the unexpected magic of wandering without a map. ➡️ The century-old architectural marvel that completely shifted how I think about vision and patience. ➡️ Why I traded bustling city streets for coastal highways and fell for a quiet seaside rhythm. ➡️ A spontaneous dinner reservation that came with a surprising Hollywood backstory. ➡️ Waking up surrounded by vines and what the French countryside taught me about slowing down. ➡️ My quiet moments among fashion legacies, world-class art, and hidden garden escapes. ➡️ Chasing dramatic ocean cliffs by land and sea in a place where every stop comes with a story. ➡️ Why I’m challenging you to stop waiting for the “perfect time” and finally book your leap. Key Takeaways: “The two-week experience me in Europe was bigger than just the experience... bigger than just I had the time or the money to go away. It was the whole thing.” -Kellie Lupsha "I'm challenging you to go have more fun, to go live your life. Do something with purpose, do something with passion, do something you didn't think you could." -Kellie Lupsha 1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN’S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB! A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**. 👉 ****Join us Here [https://womenslongevityandwellness.com/hub] 2️⃣ I can’t stop talking about P84 - It is the Masterpiece of all gut healing. Finally no more bloating, gassiness, pregnant after meals, and feel better in those jeans! Yes, it is a simple system to mix in water and it regulates, repairs and restores ALL aspects of your gut. Say goodbye to multiple digestive enzymes, probiotics, prebiotics, fermented food; P84 is hear to the rescue to officially heal our guts. “All disease starts in the gut” …Hippocrates. Check it out and order here “The Healthy Edge” [https://cart.lifevantage.com/US/shoppingcart/share/98d3c11d-16ff-4684-8fe3-db892fbf07eahttps:/cart.lifevantage.com/US/shoppingcart/share/98d3c11d-16ff-4684-8fe3-db892fbf07ea] 3️⃣ My #1 Health Hack** I Never Go Without. This is my go-to EVERYDAY for feeling my best, achieving quality sleep, having amazing energy, and supporting my overall wellness and longevity.** Discover the Healthy Glow Stack! [https://bit.ly/glowstack] 4️⃣ Lastly, if you’d like to Book a “2026 Get back in the Game” $37 Coaching Session with me, Grab it today - The best time to start is TODAY https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/midlifeclaritycall-497317Book Now! [https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/midlifeclaritycall-497317] *TAKE THE FREE ~ DISCOVER YOUR MIDLIFE HEALTH BLUEPRINT***** >>> Click Here <<< [https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/quiz-home] Connect with me on: Facebook: @‌kellie.lupsha⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/kellie.lupsha] Instagram: ⁠⁠@kellielupsha [https://www.instagram.com/kellielupsha/] TikTok: ⁠⁠@womenslongevityexpert [https://www.tiktok.com/@womenslongevityexpert] YouTube: @‌kellielupsha⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@kellielupsha] Website: kellielupsha.com [https://kellielupsha.com/] MAKE SURE YOU SHARE, RATE THE EPISODE 5 STARS & LEAVE A REVIEW!

Ep 158 Missing Link to Midlife Metabolism

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women’s Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality. In this episode, Dr. Heidi and I dive into one of the most talked-about topics among women today: hormones, metabolism, and the changes that seem to appear out of nowhere during midlife. We explore why so many women feel frustrated when the strategies that once worked suddenly stop delivering results, and why there may be more happening beneath the surface than most people realize. This conversation challenges common assumptions and sheds light on a missing piece that often gets overlooked. Key Highlights: ➡️ Why the midlife changes many women experience may start earlier than expected ➡️ The surprising connection between metabolic health and hormone balance ➡️ What many women are missing when addressing hormonal symptoms ➡️ A personal story of discovering a completely different path to healing ➡️ How chronic stress may be influencing more than you realize ➡️ Why doing "more" isn't always the answer when your body is asking for something different ➡️ The role of mindset, recovery, and nervous system support during this season of life ➡️ How small shifts can create a powerful ripple effect for long-term wellness Key Takeaways: "What you can do for your body and supporting the aging process doesn't have to age at that same rate... Don't just give it up that you're getting older. Don't give it up that this is just perimenopause. Don't just give it up this is menopause." -Kellie Lupsha "We're different people. I know we're all in the same clothes. We're in the same skin, but we're different metabolically and we have to meet the body where it is." -Dr. Heidi 1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN’S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB! A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**. 👉 ****Join us Here [https://womenslongevityandwellness.com/hub] 2️⃣ I can’t stop talking about P84 - It is the Masterpiece of all gut healing. Finally no more bloating, gassiness, pregnant after meals, and feel better in those jeans! Yes, it is a simple system to mix in water and it regulates, repairs and restores ALL aspects of your gut. Say goodbye to multiple digestive enzymes, probiotics, prebiotics, fermented food; P84 is hear to the rescue to officially heal our guts. “All disease starts in the gut” …Hippocrates. Check it out and order here “The Healthy Edge” [https://cart.lifevantage.com/US/shoppingcart/share/98d3c11d-16ff-4684-8fe3-db892fbf07eahttps:/cart.lifevantage.com/US/shoppingcart/share/98d3c11d-16ff-4684-8fe3-db892fbf07ea] 3️⃣ My #1 Health Hack** I Never Go Without. This is my go-to EVERYDAY for feeling my best, achieving quality sleep, having amazing energy, and supporting my overall wellness and longevity.** Discover the Healthy Glow Stack! [https://bit.ly/glowstack] 4️⃣ Lastly, if you’d like to Book a “2026 Get back in the Game” $37 Coaching Session with me, Grab it today - The best time to start is TODAY https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/midlifeclaritycall-497317Book Now! [https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/midlifeclaritycall-497317] *TAKE THE FREE ~ DISCOVER YOUR MIDLIFE HEALTH BLUEPRINT***** >>> Click Here <<< [https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/quiz-home] Connect with me on: Facebook: @‌kellie.lupsha⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/kellie.lupsha] Instagram: ⁠⁠@kellielupsha [https://www.instagram.com/kellielupsha/] TikTok: ⁠⁠@womenslongevityexpert [https://www.tiktok.com/@womenslongevityexpert] YouTube: @‌kellielupsha⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@kellielupsha] Website: kellielupsha.com [https://kellielupsha.com/] Connect with Dr. Heidi on: Facebook: ⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/kellie.lupsha]http://facebook.com/heidi.iratcabal/ [http://facebook.com/heidi.iratcabal/] Instagram: ⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/kellielupsha/]instagram.com/heidihealthnd/ [https://www.instagram.com/heidihealthnd/] Website: ⁠⁠ [https://kellielupsha.com/]scienceofthriving.com [https://scienceofthriving.com/] MAKE SURE YOU SHARE, RATE THE EPISODE 5 STARS & LEAVE A REVIEW! Mentioned in this episode: 2026 Outro with Music

Ep 161: Why Your Metabolism Changed After 40 (And Why Everything You've Been Told is Making it Worse

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women’s Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality. In this episode, I'm sharing a personal story that many women may relate to. For years, I felt confident in my health and fitness routine, but as I moved through my 40s and into my 50s, I started noticing changes that didn't seem to make sense. My weight wasn't changing much, yet my body felt different. I'm opening up about my own experience, the mindset shifts I had to make, and some of the lessons I've learned about metabolism, hormones, and overall metabolic health. If you've ever felt frustrated because what used to work no longer does, this conversation is for you. Key Highlights: ➡️ Why the scale lied to me while my clothes told a completely different story. ➡️ Why I finally had to let go of the outdated "calories in, calories out" mindset. ➡️ The crucial breakfast nutrition shift that kickstarted my metabolic engine and helped balance my cortisol. ➡️ The silent, frustrating physical shifts that happen during menopause. ➡️ Why managing your body at a cellular level is the true key to metabolic health. ➡️ The essential daily habits I adopted to reduce inflammation and support natural, effective detoxification. ➡️ My personal experience exploring low-dose hormone replacement therapy and metabolic support. Key Takeaways: "Calories in, calories out... it is the biggest myth that I need to help you get over." -Kellie Lupsha "Starting your metabolic engine in the morning is the most essential thing." -Kellie Lupsha 1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN’S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB! A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**. 👉 ****Join us Here [https://womenslongevityandwellness.com/hub] 2️⃣ I can’t stop talking about P84 - It is the Masterpiece of all gut healing. Finally no more bloating, gassiness, pregnant after meals, and feel better in those jeans! Yes, it is a simple system to mix in water and it regulates, repairs and restores ALL aspects of your gut. Say goodbye to multiple digestive enzymes, probiotics, prebiotics, fermented food; P84 is hear to the rescue to officially heal our guts. “All disease starts in the gut” …Hippocrates. Check it out and order here “The Healthy Edge” [https://cart.lifevantage.com/US/shoppingcart/share/98d3c11d-16ff-4684-8fe3-db892fbf07eahttps:/cart.lifevantage.com/US/shoppingcart/share/98d3c11d-16ff-4684-8fe3-db892fbf07ea] 3️⃣ My #1 Health Hack** I Never Go Without. This is my go-to EVERYDAY for feeling my best, achieving quality sleep, having amazing energy, and supporting my overall wellness and longevity.** Discover the Healthy Glow Stack! [https://bit.ly/glowstack] 4️⃣ Lastly, if you’d like to Book a “2026 Get back in the Game” $37 Coaching Session with me, Grab it today - The best time to start is TODAY https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/midlifeclaritycall-497317Book Now! [https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/midlifeclaritycall-497317] *TAKE THE FREE ~ DISCOVER YOUR MIDLIFE HEALTH BLUEPRINT***** >>> Click Here <<< [https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/quiz-home] Connect with me on: Facebook: @‌kellie.lupsha⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/kellie.lupsha] Instagram: ⁠⁠@kellielupsha [https://www.instagram.com/kellielupsha/] TikTok: ⁠⁠@womenslongevityexpert [https://www.tiktok.com/@womenslongevityexpert] YouTube: @‌kellielupsha⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@kellielupsha] Website: kellielupsha.com [https://kellielupsha.com/] MAKE SURE YOU SHARE, RATE THE EPISODE 5 STARS & LEAVE A REVIEW! Mentioned in this episode: 2026 Outro with Music

Ep 159: Before Peptides & Hormones: How to Know If Cortisol Is Running the Show

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women’s Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality. In this episode, Heidi and I are diving deep into a topic that might just be the missing link in your health and wellness journey. If you’ve been taking hormones or peptides but still aren’t feeling the results you expect, we’re here to tell you why. It’s not about doing more or adding another item to your to-do list. Often, the real issue is a hidden driver that blocks everything else from working properly: cortisol. Join us as we explore how to shift from a stressful, go-go-go "checklist" mindset to a state of true cellular activation and presence. Key Highlights: ➡️ Why elevated cortisol might be silently blocking your health, hormone, and wellness progress. ➡️ Why simply ticking off wellness tasks isn't the same as achieving true nervous system regulation. ➡️ How stress hormones hijack your body's natural messaging system. ➡️ The intimate, disruptive connection between insulin spikes and cortisol surges. ➡️ Why peptides and hormones are merely messengers that require the right internal environment to actually work. ➡️ Simple, actionable ways to become an observer of your thoughts rather than a reactive stressor. ➡️ How predictable meal timing and truly savoring your food can transform your metabolic calm. ➡️ Why consistent sleep routines and circadian rhythm alignment are non-negotiable for cellular cleanup and repair. Key Takeaways: "When we're just in a state of being and not doing... that's when we get the biggest downloads." -Kellie Lupsha "All those receptors, producers, hormones, neurotransmitters... it's a beautiful symphony and orchestrated by design system." -Dr. Heidi 1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN’S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB! A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**. 👉 ****Join us Here [https://womenslongevityandwellness.com/hub] 2️⃣ I can’t stop talking about P84 - It is the Masterpiece of all gut healing. Finally no more bloating, gassiness, pregnant after meals, and feel better in those jeans! Yes, it is a simple system to mix in water and it regulates, repairs and restores ALL aspects of your gut. Say goodbye to multiple digestive enzymes, probiotics, prebiotics, fermented food; P84 is hear to the rescue to officially heal our guts. “All disease starts in the gut” …Hippocrates. Check it out and order here “The Healthy Edge” [https://cart.lifevantage.com/US/shoppingcart/share/98d3c11d-16ff-4684-8fe3-db892fbf07eahttps:/cart.lifevantage.com/US/shoppingcart/share/98d3c11d-16ff-4684-8fe3-db892fbf07ea] 3️⃣ My #1 Health Hack** I Never Go Without. This is my go-to EVERYDAY for feeling my best, achieving quality sleep, having amazing energy, and supporting my overall wellness and longevity.** Discover the Healthy Glow Stack! [https://bit.ly/glowstack] 4️⃣ Lastly, if you’d like to Book a “2026 Get back in the Game” $37 Coaching Session with me, Grab it today - The best time to start is TODAY https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/midlifeclaritycall-497317Book Now! [https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/midlifeclaritycall-497317] *TAKE THE FREE ~ DISCOVER YOUR MIDLIFE HEALTH BLUEPRINT***** >>> Click Here <<< [https://quiz.kellielupshawellness.com/quiz-home] Connect with me on: Facebook: @‌kellie.lupsha⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/kellie.lupsha] Instagram: ⁠⁠@kellielupsha [https://www.instagram.com/kellielupsha/] TikTok: ⁠⁠@womenslongevityexpert [https://www.tiktok.com/@womenslongevityexpert] YouTube: @‌kellielupsha⁠⁠ [https://www.youtube.com/@kellielupsha] Website: kellielupsha.com [https://kellielupsha.com/] Connect with Dr. Heidi on: Facebook: ⁠⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/kellie.lupsha]http://facebook.com/heidi.iratcabal/ [http://facebook.com/heidi.iratcabal/] Instagram: ⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/kellielupsha/]instagram.com/heidihealthnd/ [https://www.instagram.com/heidihealthnd/] Website: ⁠⁠ [https://kellielupsha.com/]scienceofthriving.com [https://scienceofthriving.com/] MAKE SURE YOU SHARE, RATE THE EPISODE 5 STARS & LEAVE A REVIEW! Mentioned in this episode: 2026 Outro with Music