As we age, it’s easy to feel like the years are slipping away, and for many women, the idea of turning 40, 50, or even 60 can feel daunting. But here’s the truth: age is just a number. It’s not about the number of years that have passed; it’s about how we choose to live our lives moving forward.
In this podcast series, We Will Not Let Age Change Us, But We Will Change the Way We Age, I’m here to guide you on how to embrace aging with power and purpose. At 38, I’ve learned a lot as a coach and trainer. Through personal experience and over a decade of education, I’ve seen how important it is to take control of how we age—physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Whether you’re 30 or 70, how you feel about aging is what matters most. You don’t have to accept the false belief that aging means losing beauty, strength, or health. It’s time to change that story and rewrite what aging looks like for you.
The Truth About Aging, Hormones, and Your Body
A common complaint I hear is that hormones are to blame for weight gain or difficulty in maintaining health as we get older. While hormones can play a role, they are influenced by our lifestyle choices. The truth is, many of us have developed poor habits that have more of an impact on our hormones than we realize.
Here’s what’s key: you have control over your health and how you age. It’s not your hormones, your age, or a broken metabolism holding you back. What’s holding you back are the habits you’ve developed and accepted.
I want to clear up some myths:
- Myth 1: It’s my hormones. While hormones can play a role, many times, poor lifestyle choices are the bigger issue. Healing begins with proper nutrition and understanding what your body needs.
- Myth 2: It’s my age. Aging doesn’t mean everything has to decline. It’s a natural part of life, but how you age is a choice. Blaming age is simply accepting a limiting belief.
- Myth 3: My metabolism is broken. Metabolism is determined by muscle mass. The more muscle you have, the higher your metabolism. Chronic dieting can harm metabolism, but it can be restored through proper nutrition and weight training.
How You Can Change Your Story
It’s time to change the narrative around aging. You can feel stronger, healthier, and more vibrant than ever—even in your 40s, 50s, or beyond. One of the most important things you can do is commit to weight training. Muscle is one of the largest organs in your body, and it plays a crucial role in maintaining a healthy metabolism as you age.
Start small—commit to two or three full-body strength training days a week. Consistency is key, and you don’t need to train every single day to see results. Over time, this will change your body composition and help you age well.
You are in control of your health. Whether it’s committing to moving more or nourishing your body with the right foods, you have the power to change your story.
Your Homework
I’m giving you a little homework this week. Ask yourself:
- How do I want to feel as I age?
- What are the habits that will help me get there?
- What will I commit to changing in my life today to start feeling better tomorrow?
Write it down and reflect on how these small changes can have a massive impact over time. It’s never too late to start.
Remember, it’s not your hormones, age, or metabolism holding you back. You have the power to change your story.
Thank you so much for joining me today! If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to hear your thoughts. Tag the Change Your Story Podcast or @FitClubBabes on social media and share what you’re committing to as you rewrite your own story.