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Send us a text If you feel overwhelmed by conflicting fitness and nutrition advice, this episode is for you. In today’s episode, I break down 10 simple, proven principles every woman over 40 needs to focus on to build a strong, sculpted body, without extreme dieting, burnout, or starting over every year. LINKS:  Join my Strong By Shauna Membership Fuel for Performance Free Calorie Calculator Free Hormone Consult If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text  In today’s episode, we talk about how sleep affects fat metabolism, muscle recovery, hormones, and mental health, and what actually helps support deeper sleep. I also share my personal experience with how hormone support transformed my sleep and recovery.  FREE Consult Call With !st Optimal If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text The scale can feel confusing, especially after 40. Daily fluctuations, water retention, hormones, carbs, and stress can all impact the number you see, even when fat loss is happening. In this episode, I break down how to use the scale as a tool for information instead of frustration. You’ll learn why weight changes day to day, how to look at trends instead of single weigh-ins, and why progress can still happen even when the scale doesn’t move. Hume Smart Scale Code: SHAUNA to save If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text If you’re lifting weights but still feel soft, frustrated, or stuck in your body over 40, this episode is for you. We talk about what strength training actually needs to look like for your body to change. Not just lifting weights, but training with intention, challenging your muscles the right way, and pairing your workouts with proper recovery so your body can transform in the best of ways.  Don't forget to check the links below for my fav creatine and for coaching options! If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text If fat loss has felt harder or more confusing in your 40s, this episode walks you through a smarter way to approach it. Inside this episode, I break down how to move through a fat loss phase in a way that supports your metabolism, protects lean muscle, and helps you actually keep the results, without extremes or burnout. We cover:  • How to know if your body is ready for a calorie deficit  • Why tracking calories gives you flexibility instead of restriction  • How popular approaches like fasting, keto, or cutting carbs really work  • How to set realistic deficit numbers  • Simple ways to structure meals so consistency feels easier  • How strength training, steps, and cardio should support fat loss  • What to expect during a deficit and how to adjust if progress slows Helpful links mentioned: Calorie calculator Easy meal planning article   Soft to Sculpted Over 40 Challenge If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text In today’s episode, I’m breaking down the TOP 10 TIPS I used to transform my body in my 40s, and why they worked. We’re talking science, strategy, and clarity so you finally understand what your body needs now to lose fat, build muscle, feel strong, and look sculpted.   Fueling For Performance Guide 👉 Join the 6-Week Sculpt Challenge HERE (Starts Jan 5th!) A science-backed plan with structure, workouts, strategy, education, and support to help women over 40 sculpt their strongest body. 👉1:1 Online Coaching — Becoming Her Fitness For personalized guidance, strategy, accountability, and support. If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text In this episode, we talk about why fat loss isn’t just about calories… it’s about timing. You’ll learn why eating most of your carbs around your workouts can help you preserve more lean muscle, protect your metabolism, improve recovery, and finally start reshaping your body, not just shrinking it. We’ll break down what’s happening in your body in perimenopause and menopause, how carb timing supports hormones and energy, and simple, realistic fueling strategies you can start using right away. And if you’re ready for support in 2026, whether you want a fully customized plan or a powerful 6-week reset, I’d love to help you get there. Links & Resources Mentioned:  👉 Fueling for Performance   👉 Apply for 1:1 Coaching 👉 Join the 6-Week Soft to Sculpted Challenge If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text In this episode, I’m talking openly about perimenopause, what it actually is, how to know if you’re in it, and why so many of us feel confused or caught off guard by the changes happening in our bodies. I walk through the real hormonal shifts with estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, how they affect your brain, metabolism, gut, mood, and body composition, and why this season calls for a different approach to nutrition, training, sleep, and stress. This is an honest, practical conversation meant to help you understand what’s happening and how to move forward with more clarity and confidence.  Links Mentioned: Nutrition for women in perimenopause articleHormone testing and support (Mention Shauna sent you)Join the Soft to Sculpted Over 40 six-week challenge If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text In today’s episode, I’m having an honest conversation about the beliefs that quietly hold so many women over 40 back from seeing real change. These are the same beliefs I struggled with myself, and shifting them is what finally made my own transformation possible. We talk about why the scale keeps you stuck, why certain habits feel comforting but work against you, what motivation really is, why extremes don’t work after 40, and how to start even when life is full. I hope that this episode helps you take a breath, release some pressure, and see a clearer way forward. My Soft To Sculpted Challenge Starts January 5th! Solin is sponsoring $100,000 in cash prizes across all New Year challenges, including mine. There are 31 chances to win, and winners are chosen based on the best overall transformations. Here’s the prize breakdown: 🏆 $50,000 for 1 first-place winner 🥈 $5,000 for 5 second-place winners 🥉 $1,000 for 25 third-place winners You get free access if you join my membership, or you can purchase the challenge on its own. I will leave links to both below! STRONG BY SHAUNA MEMBERSHIP SOFT TO SCULPTED JANUARY CHALLENGE If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text In this episode, we break down why so many women over 40 can walk daily, lift consistently, hit their protein, and still not look toned.  If you feel like you’re doing everything right but your body isn’t showing it, this episode explains exactly why. We talk about the hidden stress your body may be under, why too much training keeps you soft instead of sculpted, how fasted workouts and low-carb habits work against muscle growth, why random workouts don’t create visible tone, and how sleep and cortisol impact your ability to see real change.  You’ll walk away with simple, actionable steps to help your 40+ body finally respond again. Resources Mentioned Fueling for Performance Guide (Free)Soft to Sculpted Over 40 Mini Course ($7 – Last Day)40 Fit + Fierce 8-Week Program 40% OFFIf you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text This bonus Thanksgiving episode is a simple gratitude reflection you can return to anytime you need a moment to breathe, reset, and reconnect. In just a few minutes, you’ll settle your mind, ease your nervous system, and shift your focus back to what’s working in your life right now. I also walk you through a calming visualization of your future self, the stronger, calmer, more grounded woman you are becoming, and close with a gentle, faith-filled blessing to guide your day. It’s the perfect episode for busy seasons, hard days, or any moment you need to feel centered again. Happy Thanksgiving, friend. I’m thankful for you. Black Friday Deals: 40% OFF 6 Weeks to Sculpted 40% OFF Becoming Her: 40 Fit + Fierce75% OFF NEW Soft to Sculpted Over 40 Mini CourseIf you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text In this episode, we’re clearing up the cardio confusion for women over 40. If you’ve ever wondered why your old workouts don’t feel the same or why you’re doing more cardio but not seeing more tone, this one is for you. We break down the exact types of cardio that actually help you get lean and sculpted at this stage of life, why walking and Zone 2 are true game changers, and how to use cardio in a way that supports your hormones instead of stressing them out. I also share simple tips for navigating Thanksgiving so you can enjoy every bite without guilt and still feel incredible the next day. Plus, my Black Friday specials are live: 40% OFF 6 Weeks to Sculpted  40% OFF Becoming Her: 40 Fit + Fierce 75% OFF NEW Soft to Sculpted Over 40 Mini Course If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text Today’s episode breaks down exactly how to eat to look toned over 40 and why the next two months are the perfect time to increase your calories to maintenance levels. If you’ve been training hard but still feel soft, tired, or stuck, this episode will help you understand why your body needs more fuel, not less, especially in midlife. We discuss how to estimate your maintenance calories, how to structure your meals to support muscle growth, and how to fuel your body before and after workouts. Additionally, we explore why carbs and protein are essential for women seeking a sculpted look. I also explain why creatine is one of the best tools for women over 40 and how to start using it. Download the Fueling For Performance Guide HERE   My Creatine Recommendation HERE  If you want a structured workout program to pair with this approach, join us HERE inside Strong By Shauna. We are spending these next two months priming our bodies for the strongest, most successful fat loss phase in the new year! If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how to train to get toned after 40, not by cutting calories and doing more cardio, but by building real muscle. We talk about why muscle is essential for your metabolism, hormones, insulin resistance, and aging well, and how to actually build it. If you want support doing this the right way, you can grab my free 6-week strength program or join me inside the Strong by Shauna Membership for workouts, nutrition guidance, recipes, trainings, and community. Links mentioned: Free 6-Week Program → CLICK HERE Strong by Shauna Membership → CLICK HERE If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]

Send us a text In this episode, we talk about why the holidays are actually the perfect time for women over 40 to move into maintenance or a lean building phase instead of dieting. This approach supports your hormones, metabolism, and muscle growth, and sets you up for easier, more effective fat loss in the new year. I break down how to reverse out of a calorie deficit, find your true maintenance calories, enjoy holiday food without losing progress, and use the extra energy to get stronger in the gym with progressive overload and consistency. Inside the Strong by Shauna Membership, we are already doing this through the Holiday Strength and Maintenance Challenge. We will be enjoying the holidays mindfully, building strength, improving metabolism, and setting up for an incredible fat loss phase come January. If you want to join us, CLICK HERE! If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d love to connect with you! Join Strong By Shauna Monthly Membership Apply for 1:1 Coaching My Fav Supplments Hormone + Gut Health Testing DM me on IG: @shaunatheresa Email: [email protected]