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Bone Health with Dr. Lisa Moore

September 23, 2025 / Chris Brown / 2 Comments

187 – Bone Health with Dr. Lisa Moore

Bone health is a topic that affects so many women, especially as we move through midlife and beyond. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Lisa Moore, Doctor of Physical Therapy and founder of Brick House Bones®. Lisa’s mission is to help people with low bone density or osteoporosis rebuild confidence, strength, and resilience—so they can keep doing the things they love with the people they love.

Dr. Moore is trained through BoneFit™ and the Institute of Clinical Excellence in bone health exercise. She blends the latest research with yoga, strength training, and mindful movement to help women strengthen their bones safely. She also offers a program called Journey to Fracture-Proof, which provides practical, research-based tools to improve bone health.

We discussed:

Why Lisa chose to specialize in bone health as a physical therapist
The difference between osteoporosis and osteopenia, and who is most at risk
Medications for osteoporosis—when they’re used, benefits, and side effects
How exercise and lifestyle changes can complement or improve medication outcomes
DEXA scans: what they are, when to start, and how often to get tested
Safe and effective types of exercise for stronger bones—weight training, balance, posture, and even jumping
Guidance on yoga, Pilates, deadlifts, and other specific movements if you have osteoporosis
Do vibration plates really help bone density?
Fall prevention strategies and simple posture exercises to protect your spine
The role of nutrition: calcium, vitamin D, and other key nutrients for bone health
Foods that may support bone density, including research on prunes
What to know about calcium supplements and how to navigate conflicting advice
Lifestyle factors that may harm bones, including alcohol, caffeine, and processed foods
Lisa’s top priorities for women over 50 who want to protect their bones
The biggest myths about bone health

Dr. Moore also shares details about her 90-minute program, Journey to Fracture-Proof, designed to give women the tools and confidence to take control of their bone health. Please note, this is ⚠️ General education, not medical advice.

Links mentioned during the podcast:
Website: Brick House Bones at DrLisaMoorePT
Workshop program: Journey to Fracture Proof
Website: StrongBonesPT
Facebook: Brick House Bones with Dr. Lisa Moore PT
Private Facebook group: Brick House Bones Group with Dr. Lisa Moore PT
Instagram: Dr. Lisa Moore PT and Brick House Bones
Seen Calcium Chews: Use DRMOORE10! affiliate link

Our podcast continues to be among the top podcasts for women over 50, especially in the health and fitness categories. See our ranking in the top 2% of all podcasts here.

Podcast Partner Spotlight:

If you enjoy what we talk about on the Fit Strong Women Over 50 podcast, you may want to checkout the Boomer Banter podcast.

Wendy Green is the host of the popular and inspirational Boomer Banter podcast. She pursues real talk about aging well. At Boomer Banter, Wendy explores financial literacy, mental and physical health, relationships and having a purpose, to help you age well.

Listen to her podcast at the Boomer Banter Website at heyboomer.biz. You may remember Wendy from “New Goals and Dreams with Wendy Green”, episode 139 of Fit Strong Women over 50.

Thyroid and Hormonal Health with Dr. Angela Mazza

September 9, 2025 / Chris Brown / 0 Comments

#186 – Thyroid and Hormonal Health with Dr. Angela Mazza

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In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Angela Mazza, a triple board-certified endocrinologist who specializes in thyroid disorders, diabetes, and hormone imbalances. Dr. Mazza is the founder of the Metabolic Center for Wellness in Central Florida, where she takes an integrative and personalized approach to patient care.

She is also the co-host of the Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza podcast and the author of Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Thyroid Health. Together, we explore how the thyroid gland affects women’s health, especially during midlife transitions such as perimenopause and menopause.

Dr. Mazza helps us understand the signs and symptoms of thyroid issues, the role of hormones, and the kinds of tests available to identify potential problems. She also explains the difference between hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, how thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) works, and how thyroid issues can be prevented.

We discussed:

Dr. Mazza’s decision to become an endocrinologist
The location and function of the thyroid gland
How thyroid changes often occur with age and impact women more than men
The ways hormone shifts during perimenopause and menopause affect thyroid health
Common symptoms of thyroid problems
The types of tests that can identify thyroid issues
The differences between hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism
How you can help to prevent or minimize thyroid issues
The relationship between thyroid disorders and diabetes
Why Dr. Mazza is passionate about educating patients and the public about thyroid health

Links:

Podcast: Thyroid Talk with Dr. Angela Mazza
Book: Thyroid Talk: An Integrative Guide to Thyroid Health
Website: Metabolic Center for Wellness

Our podcast continues to be among the top podcasts for women over 50, especially in the health and fitness categories. See our ranking in the top 2% of all podcasts here.

Podcast Partner Spotlight:

Listen to her podcast at the Boomer Banter Website at heyboomer.biz. You may remember Wendy from “New Goals and Dreams with Wendy Green”, episode 139 of Fit Strong Women over 50.

Pilates and Gut Health with Charlyn Huss

August 26, 2025 / Chris Brown / 0 Comments

#185 – Pilates and Gut Health with Charlyn Huss

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In this episode of Fit Strong Women Over 50, we talk with Charlyn Huss, a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher, movement educator, and gut-health specialist with over 25 years of experience. Charlyn’s innovative approach blends movement science, psychology, and nutrition to help people optimize posture, boost confidence, and achieve lasting wellness.

Charlyn is the co-creator of CoreSpring®, a patented Pilates-inspired portable apparatus and training method, and the founder of Playhouse Pilates, a studio that integrates movement, mindset, and gut health to help clients feel their strongest.

We discuss:

Charlyn’s journey to becoming a Pilates teacher and studio owner
What “optimal alignment” means for both the body and life
How CoreSpring® works, what makes it unique, and the benefits of its signature “W” exercise
The connection between core strength, alignment, and digestive health
How breathwork and posture-based movement can reduce stress and improve gut function
Gut-friendly nutrition tips, including anti-inflammatory foods and habits that support digestion
Insights from Charlyn’s acting background
Lessons learned from pivoting to virtual training in 2020

Links mentioned:

Our podcast continues to be among the top podcasts for women over 50, especially in the health and fitness categories. See our ranking in the top 2% of all podcasts here.

Podcast Partner

If you enjoy our podcast, you’re sure to enjoy Wellness Wednesdays, a free monthly online program focused on healthy aging hosted by Sally DuPlantier, an award-winning gerontologist, health educator and researcher. You may remember Sally from podcast episode 175 Better Choices for Better Healthspan.

Guest speakers on Wellness Wednesdays include healthcare professionals, researchers, thought leaders and authors on topics related livestyle choices, mental well-being; pain management, and reframing aging.

The programs are an hour in length and include about 15 minutes of live Q&A. They are free and recorded. Visit Sally’s website at MyZingLife.com for more information.

A Year of Racing at 50 with Lauren Paulson

August 12, 2025 / Chris Brown / 0 Comments

#184

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Last year Lauren Paulson ran a race every month for her 50th birthday. Those included her first 100 miler, her first 100 K, the SOS triathlon, and the rim2rim2rim of the Grand Canyon. She is also a professor of psychology and the chair of the department and oversees a $15 million grant. So Lauren understands what it’s like to be an aging female endurance athlete who is trying to balance work and life.

In a A Year of Racing at 50, Lauren suggested:

Find what you love and take little steps towards that.
Consistency. It’s like a muscle that becomes part of my day.
Remind myself of my goal

We discussed:

The spark that led her to mark her milestone birthday with 12 months of races.
Her experience at the legendary SOS triathlon with an 8 stage race of biking, running and swimming… where you take EVERYTHING with you during the race. (It was an epic hard race!)
The highs, lows, and unforgettable moments from the 100-mile and 100-kilometer events.
The lessons she learned about resilience, grit, and self-belief during her year-long adventure.
The challenges of the Rim to Rim to Rim in the Grand Canyon with incredible heat (100 degrees in the shade) and how she stayed hydrated.

Whether you’re an endurance athlete, a weekend warrior, or simply looking for inspiration to set a bold goal, Lauren’s story will remind you that turning 50 can be a launching point for new adventures—not a slowing down point.

Our podcast continues to be among the top podcasts for women over 50, especially in the health and fitness categories. See our ranking in the top 2% of all podcasts here.

Podcast Partner – Adriane Berg

If you like listening to our podcast, check out the AGELESS Traveler podcast hosted by Adriane Berg. It’s the best resource for the 60+ active traveler who wants to Never Stop Traveling. Adriane talks about various destinations, health and wellness travel, luxury travel for less, solo, grandparent and volunteer
tours.

Adriane helps you lead a very good life, that’s for sure. To listen to her podcast, visit the website: agelesstraveler.com

Hormones, Menopause, and More with Dr Marcia Harris

July 22, 2025 / Chris Brown / 0 Comments

#183 – Hormones, Menopause, and More with Dr Marcia Harris

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In this enlightening episode of Fit Strong Women Over 50, Jill and Chris sit down with Dr. Marcia Harris, a trailblazer in women’s health and hormone optimization. With over four decades of clinical experience, Dr. Harris shares her wisdom, compassion, and science-backed insights to help women better understand the powerful (and often misunderstood) transition of midlife.

Dr. Harris breaks down what’s really happening during perimenopause and menopause, debunks the most persistent myths, and explores the emotional and physical shifts women experience. The conversation dives into hormone therapy, including what “bioidentical hormones” really mean and how symptoms and lab results both play a role in determining the best course of care.

She also sheds light on midlife fatigue, adrenal health, and the critical role lifestyle plays in balancing hormones, improving energy, and managing stress. With practical tips and empowering stories from her patients, Dr. Harris helps women see this stage of life not as a decline—but as a powerful new beginning.

We discuss:

Why perimenopause is often overlooked—and what you need to know
The most common myths about menopause (and what’s actually true)
What bioidentical hormones are and how they differ from traditional hormone therapy
The truth about adrenal fatigue and why midlife exhaustion is so common
How stress, nutrition, sleep, and movement affect hormonal balance
What one lifestyle change can make the biggest difference
Inspiring real-life stories of women who reclaimed their energy and vitality

Resources & Links:

Visit Dr. Marcia Harris’s website: www.drmarciaharris.com

Our podcast continues to be among the top podcasts for women over 50, especially in the health and fitness categories. See our ranking in the top 2% of all podcasts here.

Podcast Partner – Adriane Berg

Adriane helps you lead a very good life, that’s for sure. To listen to her podcast, visit the website: agelesstraveler.com

Aging with Purpose and Passion with Beverley Glazer

July 8, 2025 / Chris Brown / 0 Comments

#182 – Aging with Purpose and Passion with Beverley Glazer

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In this inspiring episode of the Fit Strong Women Over 50 podcast, hosts Chris and Jill sit down with Beverley Glazer, seasoned psychotherapist, empowerment coach, and host of the Aging with Purpose and Passion podcast. With over 30 years of experience helping women overcome adversity and step confidently into new life chapters, Beverley brings a wealth of wisdom and practical strategies for navigating midlife with resilience and authenticity.

Beverley shares why she’s passionate about working with women over 50, what it really means to “redefine midlife,” and how we can all reclaim our purpose—even after life’s biggest transitions. From managing the emotional challenges of the empty nest or the end of a career, to battling ageism and discovering meaningful goals, Beverley offers compassionate advice and powerful encouragement.

We discuss:

What inspired Beverley to create a space for women over 50 to thrive and grow
The common traits found in resilient women who successfully reinvent themselves
A powerful story of midlife reinvention
Practical steps to take when you feel stuck or unsure about your next chapter
Simple habits to build purpose, vitality, and a healthy mindset
Strategies for building emotional resilience during life’s biggest changes
How to identify and overcome mindset traps like self-doubt and loss of identity
Tips for setting goals that match your evolving passions and life direction
The impact of ageism—and how to push back with strength and clarity
How to stay grounded in your self-worth at any age+
A free resource to break through old patterns that have been holding you back

Links:

Her website: ReinventImpossible.com
Download her free resource: download “From Stuck to Unstoppable“
LinkedIn
Facebook
Facebook Group
Instagram

Our podcast continues to be among the top podcasts for women over 50, especially in the health and fitness categories. See our ranking in the top 2% of all podcasts here.

Podcast Partner – Adriane Berg

Adriane helps you lead a very good life, that’s for sure. To listen to her podcast, visit the website: agelesstraveler.com

Amino Acids, Protein, and Creatine with Liz Plosser

June 24, 2025 / Chris Brown / 0 Comments

181 – Amino Acids, Protein, and Creatine with Liz Plosser

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In episode 181, we talk with the former editor of Women’s Health, Liz Possler, about the importance of protein and amino acids for women in midlife for aging well, maintaining muscle, losing weight, and for overall longevity.

We discuss:

Body composition and the importance of protein for muscle
Muscle mass and women over 50
What’s the right amount of protein to eat and ways to increase your protein
What are amino acids and why they are so important to women over 50
Using supplements and protein powder to be sure you get enough
Her experience of adding creatine to her daily regimen
Why she uses and recommends Kion

Links:

Website: www.Lizplosser.com

To get a 20% listener discount, go to getkion.com/fit

Her book: Own Your Morning: Reset Your A.M to Unlock Your Potential

Instagram: @LizPlosser

Our podcast continues to be among the top podcasts for women over 50, especially in the health and fitness categories. See our ranking in the top 2% of all podcasts here.

Podcast Partner – Jennifer Fink
(Host of Fading Memories, a caregiver podcast)

Want to age well and support the aging loved ones in your life? Fading Memories is a podcast that offers valuable insights for both! It provides insights and guidance to caregivers on communicating effectively, managing stress, and coping with grief and loss.

Join host Jennifer Fink as she discusses brain health recommendations, effective caregiving techniques and self-care strategies – all crucial for aging gracefully and navigating the challenges of caregiving. Tune in to Fading Memories for practical advice and compassionate support on your journey of aging well.

To listen, visit www.FadingMemoriespodcast.com.

Aging Playfully with Yvonne Marchese

June 10, 2025 / Chris Brown / 0 Comments

180 – Aging Playfully with Yvonne Marchese

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In this vibrant and laughter-filled episode, we’re joined by Yvonne Marchese—a true “Age Agitator” and host of the Late Bloomer Living Podcast. Yvonne is also the author of In Full Bloom: A Guide to Aging Playfully, a professional photographer, speaker, and co-founder of the Age Agitators Club. She’s on a mission to flip the script on aging and show us that midlife can be a launchpad, not a slowdown.

We dive deep into Yvonne’s inspiring personal journey of reinvention—from fearing invisibility to embracing roller skates, paddle boards, and bold dreams. She shares her perspective on aging that led her to create a thriving community for women who want to age with intention, curiosity, and joy.

In this episode, we talk about:

What “aging playfully” really means and how to embrace it
Mindset shifts that help break free from fear and “too late” thinking
Creative and joyful approaches to staying active without guilt or pressure
How community and connection are essential to personal reinvention
Why trying something totally new (like roller skating!) might be exactly what you need
Yvonne’s take on healthy eating in midlife—without restriction or overwhelm
Practical daily steps for women who feel stuck or unsure of what’s next
Exciting projects and passions that are currently lighting Yvonne up

Whether you feel like you’ve lost your spark or just need a little reminder that you’re not too old and it’s not too late, this conversation is for you.

Resources & Links
Visit Yvonne’s website: LateBloomerLiving.com
Grab her book: In Full Bloom: A Guide to Aging Playfully
Listen to her podcast: Late Bloomer Living – latest episode
Join the Age Agitators Club and learn more about her community

Our podcast continues to be among the top podcasts for women over 50, especially in the health and fitness categories. See our ranking in the top 2% of all podcasts here.

Podcast Partner

The programs are an hour in length and include about 15 minutes of live Q&A. They are free and recorded. Visit Sally’s website at MyZingLife.com for more information.

Changing Habits and Behaviors with Lisa Goldberg

May 27, 2025 / Chris Brown / 0 Comments

179 – Changing Habits and Behaviors with Lisa Goldberg

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In episode 179, Jill and Chris speak with Lisa Goldberg, a nutritionist, mindset and weight loss expert. She holds a master’s degree in Clinical Nutrition from New York University.

Lisa has been coaching busy, high achieving professionals to lasting weight loss for over 20 years. Her work focuses on teaching her clients how to break their self-sabotaging eating patterns and change their unhealthy relationship with food by making cognitive habit and behavioral changes. Through this mindshift work they lose their unwanted weight and learn how to keep it off for good.

She coaches her clients remotely in the U.S and around the world.

Lisa is the author of the book Food Fight!! Winning the Battle with Food and Eating to Achieve Sustainable Weight Loss, available on Amazon.

We discuss:

Hormones and metabolism after age 50
The important role of mindset and habits
Dealing with emotional eating during times of stress
How she helps her clients maintain a weight loss
Carbs, proteins and the role of macros
Her opinion on intermittent fasting
The role of exercise

Links:
website: www.LisaGoldbergnutrition.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NutritionistLisaGoldberg
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisagoldbergnutrition/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/healthcoachllc/
Book: Food Fight

Linktree: https://linktr.ee/LisaGoldbergNutrition

Partner Podcast for May 2025

Late Bloomer Living Podcast with Yvonne Marchese

If you like listening to our podcast, then you might enjoy the Late Bloomer Living Podcast, hosted by Yvonne Marchese.

Every Wednesday she brings you inspiring stories of reinvention from people over 40 and expert advice on navigating the challenges of aging to help you embrace your next chapter with playfulness, courage, and curiosity. Whether you’re launching a new career, embracing an empty nest, or simply looking for more joy and fulfillment, this show will empower you to take bold steps toward the life you truly want.

Metabolic Health and CGMs with Dr Paul Kolodzik

May 12, 2025 / Chris Brown / 0 Comments

#178 – Metabolic Health and CGMs with Dr Paul Kolodzik

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Jill and Chris interview Dr. Paul Kolodzik, who uses the technology of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) in his metabolic health practice. With the use of CGMs, he helps his patients achieve weight loss and improved health. He also has integrated the prudent use of the new weight loss medications into his practice.

His new book: The Continuous Glucose Monitoring Revolution, presents a comprehensive program for metabolic health success using CGMs and limited use of weight loss medications.

Dr. Kolodzik graduated from the University of Notre Dame and completed medical school and residency at Wright State University where he served as chief resident. He is a founding member of the Society of Metabolic Health Practitioners.

He is board-certified by both the American Board of Preventive Medicine and the American Board of Emergency Physicians. In a thirty-year emergency room career, he has cared for many patients in crises and has witnessed firsthand the failures of mainstream diets and the medical system overall, which prioritizes medications and surgery over diet and lifestyle changes to prevent and reverse disease.

We discussed:

Metabolic health and metabolic diseases
How using a CGM helps his patients lose weight and improve their health
How to obtain a CGM and use it
Interpreting results from the Continuous Glucose Monitor
Insulin resistance and insulin sensativity
Eating to control blood sugar
Possible side effects from weight loss drugs and why he uses micro dosing

Links:

Websites: www.cgm-doctor.com & www.metabolicmds.com
Amazon Link for book: The Continuous Glucose Monitor Revolution: Lose Weight, Look Great, and Live Longer with Continuous Glucose Monitoring
Instagram: CGMdoctor
YouTube: CGMdoctor
LinkedIn

Podcast Partner for May 2025

Late Bloomer Living Podcast with Yvonne Marchese

If you like listening to our podcast, then you might enjoy the Late Bloomer Living Podcast, hosted by Yvonne Marchese.

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Podcast Partner – Adriane Berg

Podcast Partner – Adriane Berg

Podcast Partner – Adriane Berg

Podcast Partner – Jennifer Fink (Host of Fading Memories, a caregiver podcast)

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Partner Podcast for May 2025

Podcast Partner for May 2025

Podcast Partner – Jennifer Fink
(Host of Fading Memories, a caregiver podcast)