From Frustrated to Free: How Karen Lost 15 Pounds and Reclaimed Her Health After 40
Struggling with weight gain, low energy, or emotional eating after 40? You’re not alone. In this inspiring episode, Karen opens up about her powerful transformation—losing 15 pounds, healing after grief, and cutting through the noise of diet culture with the help of Nutrition Happens. Learn how she overcame midlife challenges with practical nutrition strategies, expert guidance, and a mindset shift that changed everything. If you’re a woman over 40 ready to feel strong, healthy, and in control again—this is your episode.
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Fitness Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All: Menopause, Metabolism & Training Science with Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan
In this refreshingly honest and research-backed episode, Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan returns to The Body Pod to cut through the noise around women’s fitness, menopause, and metabolism. From fasted vs. fed workouts to creatine for women, metabolic flexibility, and the role of cardio vs. strength training, this episode delivers science-based clarity and practical advice for women navigating midlife health and fitness.You’ll learn how to:Train smarter—not harder—through hormonal changesOptimize fat loss and body composition with scienceBuild strength and energy in your 40s, 50s, and beyondUse creatine and strength training to support longevityImprove performance through personalized nutritionWhether you're a coach, a seasoned lifter, or just starting your fitness journey, this episode empowers you to trust your body, train with confidence, and adapt with science.Â
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Zone 2 Training, Rep Ranges, & Time-Restricted Eating for Women with Dr. Stacy Sims
In this episode, Hailey is joined by friend and business partner Dr. Stacy Sims to answer three of the most common questions from their Power Happens community.They break down:- Optimal rep ranges for women’s strength training- The science behind HIIT/SIT workouts vs. Zone 2 training- The key differences between intermittent fasting and time-restricted eating Whether you're training smarter, optimizing energy, or navigating nutrition timing, this episode delivers science-backed strategies tailored for women.Listen in—and share with someone who trains like you do.
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Women & Alcohol: The Real Health Impact with Dr. Kimberly Mallett (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our powerful conversation with clinical psychologist Dr. Kimberly Mallett, we dive deeper into the real impact of alcohol on women’s health — both mentally and physically. Dr. Mallett breaks down how alcohol uniquely affects women’s bodies, emotional well-being, and relationships. Whether you're sober-curious, navigating social drinking, or seeking to better understand the science, this episode offers research-backed insights you won’t want to miss.Listen now to uncover the truth about alcohol and the often-overlooked challenges women face around consumption.
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The Truth About Women and Alcohol: Understanding the Real Impact with Dr. Kimberly Mallett
In this eye-opening episode, we sit down with clinical psychologist Dr. Kimberly Mallett to discuss the real effects of alcohol on women’s health. From emotional well-being to long-term physical impacts, Dr. Mallett sheds light on the unique challenges women face with alcohol consumption. Tune in to understand the truth about women and alcohol, and how it affects your health, relationships, and overall lifestyle.
Female fitness expert, Hailey Happens Fitness and beauty practitioner, Laura, team up to bring women over 40 the most informative and entertaining look at health, fitness, beauty and wellness.