Menopause, Muscle Loss & Weight Gain: What Women Need to Know

Many women are told that weight gain, fatigue, muscle loss, and low energy are simply part of aging. But is that really true? In this episode, Coach Jeff welcomes menopause expert Nicole M. Bentivegna to discuss what actually happens during perimenopause and menopause, why strength training becomes essential, and how nutrition, hormones, and healthy habits can dramatically impact quality of life. You'll learn practical strategies to improve body composition, boost energy, preserve muscle, and stop believing some of the most common menopause myths. If you've ever felt frustrated by changes in your body after 40, this episode offers hope, answers, and actionable guidance. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with the women in your life who need to hear it. Chapters (00:00:01) - Eager to Motivate: Perimenopause and Men(00:00:44) - What to Do About Menopause?(00:02:56) - Weight Gain and Muscle Loss During Menopause(00:05:55) - What Progressive Overload Is For Women in Perimenopause &(00:08:29) - Don't Build Muscle For Women(00:11:16) - Nutrition and Strength Training during Menopause(00:13:07) - Prioritizing Protein and Fiber for Women's Fitness(00:15:14) - Menopause Diet: How to Choose the Right Food(00:18:15) - Can Exercise Help Women Get Through Their Midlife Syndrome?(00:23:26) - Strength and Consistency(00:26:55) - Perfectionism(00:28:17) - What is One Menopause Myth Women Should Stop Believing?(00:30:09) - Charlotte Nurse Practitioner on Perimenopause and Men(00:32:29) - help with perimenopause and menopause!