Can you still build serious muscle, increase bone density, and lift weights in your 40s, 50s, 60s, and beyond? A neurosurgeon says YES.

In this powerful episode, I sit down with neurosurgeon and spine specialist Dr. Betsy Grunch to crush the biggest myth about aging: that decline is inevitable. You might have seen Dr. Grunch recently on the Mel Robbins Show. In this episode she shares her expert perspective on why strength training is vital for long-term health, spinal support, and preventing injuries.

We discuss:

- The essential connection between muscle and bone density (especially for women).
- How to pivot after injury and the myth that pain equals damage.
- The "1% changes" you can make to protect your energy and time.
- Shifting from reactive to proactive health habits.
- Why rest is non-negotiable and how to set better boundaries.

Dr. Grunch is truly redefining what "strong" means...it's about flexibility, consistency, and owning your journey as the CEO of your own body. Tune in for the advice you need to feel empowered at any age!

Connect with Dr. Grunch on social media: @ladyspinedoc

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You're training hard, but are you getting stronger? The secret to unlocking your real strength and finally breaking through plateaus isn't more weight or faster reps...it's slowing down, ditching your ego, and mastering the most important 1% fix in your life: your breath.

In this powerful interview, I sit down with Dr. Jen, a physical therapist and movement expert, to redefine what "strong" actually means. We dive into the surprising truth that adaptation (modifying movements) actually makes training harder, why asking for help is a sign of true strength, and how a simple, 2-minute intentional breathing ritual can immediately reduce pain, relieve tension, and reset your core.

Stop chasing quick fixes and learn how to build long-term, sustainable strength by tuning into your body.

Key Takeaways:

-How to really define strength...it’s perseverance, not just your max lift.
-Why slowing down is the "unsexiest secret" to lasting results and avoiding injury.
-The truth about modification: adapting a movement to meet your body makes it more efficient, not easier.
-Dr. Jen's 2-Minute Core Reset using intentional ribcage breathing.
-The biggest myths in the fitness and rehab world that are holding you back.

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Cori and Coach Michelle discuss how guilt, rather than holiday meals or missed workouts, often sabotages success by leading to a cycle of bingeing and restricting, which can result in weight gain and burnout.

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Cori and Coach Brooke discuss the strategies to maintain and build healthy habits during the holiday season, focusing on the importance of mindset for long-term success.

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Cori encourages listeners to embrace various forms of strength, such as the efficiency of work, the importance of asking for help, and the ability to adapt like bamboo or rise like a lotus from challenging situations. By recognizing past successes and different strengths, individuals can overcome current challenges and achieve their goals.

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Cori and Coach Lizzie explore the concept of "good enough" as a key to achieving health and fitness goals and why there's an importance of moving away from an all-or-nothing mindset, celebrating smaller wins to build off of.

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Cori discusses how the quest for perfection can hinder progress with health and fitness goals.

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Cori and Coach Michelle discuss the gut-brain axis and how maintaining a healthy gut can lead to a positive feedback loop (enhancing mood and decision-making related to diet and exercise).

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Cori and Coach Michelle discuss how fear, often associated with failure, can be a powerful motivator when embraced and understood. They emphasize the importance of recognizing emotions as signals that can guide personal development and lifestyle changes to help reach your goals.

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Cori discusses those "three little F words" that often sabotage progress by influencing thoughts and actions, which hold us back from getting results.

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