In this re-airing of a favorite episode, fitness coach Michelle MacDonald challenges everything you've been told about aging, strength, and what's "normal" after 40. She explains why sarcopenia isn’t inevitable and how most women are deeply underserved by the current fitness industry. With personal stories including her own mother's 70-pound weight loss transformation, Michelle offers a blueprint for building strength, health, and confidence at any age. If you’ve ever felt underestimated by your doctor, trainer, or even yourself, this conversation will give you the clarity and tools you’ve been looking for.

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Key Moments

"Getting in fabulous shape is not rocket science."

"Choose your hard. One of my favorite sayings."

"There's an athlete in every woman, if she decides to believe that."

Connect with Michelle MacDonald

Website: Wonder Woman Coaching

Instagram: @michellemacdonaldofficial

Podcast: Stronger by Design for Women

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