Summer can feel like a whirlwind — vacations, busy schedules, and routines out the window. But that doesn’t mean your health goals have to take a backseat.

In this episode, I’m sharing 3 simple ideas to help you stay consistent without feeling deprived or overwhelmed.

Here’s what we cover:

💭 Mindset Matters: How to stop the “I’ll start over later” thinking and stay emotionally grounded

🏠 Home Routines: Why simple structure keeps you feeling good (even with summer chaos)

✈️ Vacation Plans: How to enjoy your trip and feel good in your body — without guilt

You don’t have to be perfect — just intentional.

The mindset shifts that actually lead to lasting weight loss

Easy ways to get your body moving again (even if you're tired or busy)

How to ditch the all-or-nothing thinking

What to focus on first to build real momentum

Encouragement and real-life coaching 

Whether you’re restarting your journey or just need a boost, this episode is here to help you feel empowered and take the next small step forward.

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉  Self Coaching System Course:  Master your thoughts, emotions, and actions to finally lose weight and keep it off! https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Organifi favorites:

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

👉  Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only.  Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice. 

Wondering about the hormone changes that happen to women in their 40s and 50s? Today I have Dr. Cat on the show to break down what's happening and what you can do to support your body during this time of perimenopause and menopause.

Topics:

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Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

👉 Similar Episodes:

#144 | Hormone Health for Women Over 40: The Truth About Bioidentical Hormones and Menopause with Dr. Kris

#156 | Herbal Hacks for Better Digestion, Less Stress, and Balanced Hormones during Menopause with Dr. Bill Rawls

#89 | 5 Tips to Navigating Menopause: Healthy Lifestyle Changes to Lose Weight & Feel Better

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Organifi favorites:

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

👉  Self Coaching System Course:  Master your thoughts, emotions, and actions to finally lose weight and keep it off! https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

👉  Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only.  Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice. 

Trying to overhaul your whole life overnight? Yeah... that usually doesn’t work.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Organifi favorites:

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

👉  Self Coaching System Course:  Master your thoughts, emotions, and actions to finally lose weight and keep it off! https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

👉  Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only.  Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice. 

In this episode, I’m breaking down the difference between movement and exercise—and why both matter, especially for weight loss and energy after 40. 

You’ll learn:

Why your daily step count matters more than you think

How to balance strength training and movement without burnout

Simple ways to increase movement that don’t feel overwhelming

The key to making progress without going to extremes

If you’ve ever felt stuck or like the scale isn’t moving no matter how hard you work, this episode is for you. 

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

👉 Organifi favorites:

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉  Self Coaching System Course:  Master your thoughts, emotions, and actions to finally lose weight and keep it off! https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

👉  Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only.  Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice. 

In this episode, we’re talking about why doing it all alone—especially over 40—is one of the biggest reasons you might feel stuck with your weight loss or health goals.

Here’s what you’ll hear:

A personal story about thinking “I should be able to do this on my own”—and why that mindset wasn’t helping

The truth: You’re not broken, you're just doing something really hard without support

How small things you don’t even notice might be holding you back

Why accountability keeps you from quitting on yourself when life gets messy

The problem with piecing together random tips from Instagram and youtube workouts

Why you need a plan that actually fits your life—not just more rules to follow

A reminder that needing help doesn’t make you weak—it makes you human

If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and trying to figure it all out alone—this one’s for you.

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

👉 Organifi favorites:

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉  Self Coaching System Course:  Master your thoughts, emotions, and actions to finally lose weight and keep it off! https://programs.micheleriechman.com/courses/self-coaching-system

👉  Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only.  Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice. 

Today we're diving into a super common belief I hear all the time—“I’m too old to gain muscle.” If you’ve ever thought that, I want you to hang with me for this one because we are going to bust that myth wide open.

Here’s the truth—you are never too old to build muscle. I don’t care if you’re in your 40s, 50s, 60s or beyond. Our bodies are incredible and can adapt to strength training at any age. Will it look different than when you were 20? Sure. But can you get stronger and build lean muscle? Absolutely.

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

👉 Organifi favorites:

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉  Self Coaching System Course:  Master your thoughts, emotions, and actions to finally lose weight and keep it off! https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

👉  Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only.  Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice. 

Think crunches are the key to a flat belly? Not so fast. In this episode, we’re breaking down the biggest mistakes women over 40 make when it comes to core training—and what to do instead if you want a stronger, flatter, more functional core.

Tune in to learn:

Why your core is more than just your "six-pack" muscles

How crunches and sit-ups might be making things worse (especially post-pregnancy)

What diastasis recti is and how to avoid making it worse

The truth about spot-reducing belly fat

Why training your back and sides is just as important as your front

How often you really need to do core work

A simple way to start building a stronger core in just 5 minutes a day

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

👉 Organifi favorites:

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉  Self Coaching System Course:  Master your thoughts, emotions, and actions to finally lose weight and keep it off! https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

👉  Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only.  Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice. 

Want to enjoy social time without derailing your health goals? In this episode of Healthy Beyond 40, we’re talking about healthy date ideas—whether it’s with your partner, friends, or kids. 

✅ Get Active Together – Fun ways to move while connecting:

Walks in the park, hiking, or biking

Yoga or fitness classes

Line dancing or pickleball

Exploring new areas on foot (botanical gardens, zoos, historic districts)

✅ Mindful Eating While Dining Out – Tips to enjoy without overindulging:

How to find restaurants with healthy options

Balancing indulgent choices with portion control

Why restaurants sneak in extra fat & sugar—and how to manage it

Eating slower and being present with your company

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

👉 Organifi favorites:

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉  Self Coaching System Course:  Master your thoughts, emotions, and actions to finally lose weight and keep it off! https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

👉  Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only.  Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice. 

Is stress making it harder for you to lose weight? In this episode, we’re diving into the connection between stress, cortisol, and weight gain—and, more importantly, how to reset your nervous system so your body can actually let go of weight.

I’ll walk you through why stress triggers cravings and stalled progress, plus simple, science-backed ways to calm your nervous system. We’ll cover:

✅ The Hand Model of the Brain (how stress hijacks your choices)

Mentioned in this episode:

👉  Self Coaching System Course:  Master your thoughts, emotions, and actions to finally lose weight and keep it off! https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉  Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

👉 Organifi favorites:

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉 Online Personal Training App: https://www.micheleriechman.com/personal-training

👉 Health Coaching:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/wellnessbreakthrough

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only.  Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice. 

Struggling with sugar cravings, emotional eating, or feeling stuck in your weight loss journey? 

What you’ll learn:

Why your brain gets stuck in unhealthy habits (and how to rewire it)

How to manage cravings without willpower or restriction

The key to staying consistent without feeling overwhelmed

It’s time to shift your mindset and finally lose weight in a sustainable way. Let’s do this together!

Mentioned in this episode:

👉  Self Coaching System Course:  Master your thoughts, emotions, and actions to finally lose weight and keep it off! hhttps://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉  Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

👉 Organifi favorites:

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉 Online Personal Training App: https://www.micheleriechman.com/personal-training

👉 Health Coaching:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/wellnessbreakthrough

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only.  Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice.