In this episode, I sit down with fitness and nutrition coach Kylie Larson to talk about one of the most overlooked issues women face as they age—being undermuscled.

We dive deep into why muscle is essential for metabolic health, hormone balance, and longevity, especially during perimenopause.

Kylie shares exactly how women in their 30s, 40s, and 50s can strength train effectively, how much protein we really need, and how to overcome the mindset blocks that keep us stuck.

If you're feeling softer, more tired, frustrated with your body, or want to preserve your health for decades to come, this conversation will teach you what to do.

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Ali's Resources:

Calm the Chaos: Practical Tips and Tools for Stopping Anxiety in It's Tracks Course!

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BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium

Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit

"Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.

What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz!

Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements)

"How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training

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Feeling overwhelmed by the chaos of daily life?

In this episode, I'm sharing 10 (plus a few bonus!) small but powerful habits you can start today that instantly make your life feel lighter, calmer, and more manageable.

These aren't major overhauls—they're micro-adjustments that reduce stress, save time, and help you feel more in control.

Whether it's improving your mood, simplifying your routine, or boosting your energy, these life hacks are here to support your well-being.

Ali's Resources:

Calm the Chaos: Practical Tips and Tools for Stopping Anxiety in It's Tracks Course!

Consults with Ali

BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium

Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit

"Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.

What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz!

Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements)

"How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training

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If you feel like a bottomless pit the week before your period, constantly craving chocolate, carbs, and anything salty or sweet—you're not alone. And it's not just about willpower.

In this episode, we unpack why PMS cravings happen through three key lenses:

✨ The nutritional deficiencies that drive cravings (like magnesium and B6). 📉 The hormonal shifts that impact serotonin, blood sugar, and appetite. 🧠 Somatic + nervous system piece that most people completely overlook—how cravings are often your body's way of seeking safety, comfort, and avoiding discomfort.

You'll learn how to work with your body instead of fighting it—and walk away with practical tips to feel more balanced and in control all month long.

Ali's Resources:

Calm the Chaos: Practical Tips and Tools for Stopping Anxiety in It's Tracks Course!

Consults with Ali

BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium

Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit

"Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.

What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz!

Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements)

"How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training

Website

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Are you struggling with mood swings, anxiety, weight gain, sleep issues, or other frustrating perimenopause symptoms?

It's not just your hormones—your nervous system plays a crucial role in how your body responds through this timeframe.

In this episode, I dive into why a dysregulated nervous system makes every perimenopause symptom worse and reveal the sneaky habits (like scrolling, emotional eating, and overthinking) that secretly keep you stuck in stress mode.

Plus, I'll share how to start shifting your body out of survival mode so you can feel calmer, more balanced, and in control of your health.

Ali's Resources:

Calm the Chaos: Practical Tips and Tools for Stopping Anxiety in It's Tracks Course!

Consults with Ali

BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium

Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit

"Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.

What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz!

Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements)

"How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training

Website

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Life can feel overwhelming, anxiety-provoking, and hard, but what if you didn't have to fight every stressful moment?

In this episode, we're exploring how to feel safe even through difficult times and when life is unpredictable. I'll share powerful mindset shifts and simple nervous system tools to help you navigate discomfort, trust yourself, and remember that everything is temporary.

You are stronger than you think, and you don't have to wait for life to be perfect to feel at peace.

Ali's Resources:

Calm the Chaos: Practical Tips and Tools for Stopping Anxiety in It's Tracks Course!

Consults with Ali

BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium

Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit

"Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.

What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz!

Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements)

"How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training

Website

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Do you ever feel disconnected from your body, stuck in cycles of self-criticism, or unable to truly feel comfortable in your body?

In this episode, Stephanie Fox, a Somatic Nutritional Counselor & Mentor, and explore how nervous system regulation and somatic practices are the root cause of body image issues.

Stephanie shares how to help you cultivate safety, trust, and connection within your body—without forcing body positivity or toxic self-love.

If you've ever struggled with feeling comfortable in your body, this conversation will give you tools to shift your relationship with yourself.

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Ali's Resources:

Calm the Chaos: Practical Tips and Tools for Stopping Anxiety in It's Tracks Course!

Consults with Ali

BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium

Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit

"Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.

What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz!

Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements)

"How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training

Website

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I've struggled with anxiety for as long as I can remember. For decades, I thought it was just something I had to live with—managing it through medication, therapy, and endless coping strategies. But nothing truly healed it.

In this episode, I share my personal journey with anxiety and the life-changing discovery that changed everything: understanding the nervous system and how to calm it down.

Anxiety isn't a permanent condition or a chemical imbalance—it's a symptom of a dysregulated nervous system that has been stuck in high alert for too long.

I dive into:

• Why traditional approaches to anxiety often don't work
• What nervous system regulation really means (and what it's not)
• How chronic anxiety impacts parenting and how to break the cycle for yourself and your kids
• Practical steps to start calming your nervous system and rewiring your brain for safety

If you've been searching for answers and feel like nothing has worked, I want you to know—healing is possible. No matter how long you've struggled, you can heal.

Ali's Resources:

Calm the Chaos: Practical Tips and Tools for Stopping Anxiety in It's Tracks Course!

Consults with Ali

BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium

Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit

"Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.

What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz!

Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements)

"How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training

Website

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Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron

We often think healing means finding ways to feel better as quickly as possible—but that's the least helpful thing for true healing.

In this episode, we explore why learning to sit with discomfort is one of the most powerful tools for emotional and nervous system regulation. Avoiding pain keeps you stuck in survival mode, while facing it head-on helps rewire your brain for safety, resilience, and the reduction of chronic pain, hormonal imbalances, inflammation, emotional health, anxiety and so much more!

Tune in to discover how expanding your capacity for discomfort can help facilitate growth, healing, and a deeper sense of self-trust.

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Consults with Ali

BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium

Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit

"Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.

What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz!

Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements)

"How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training

Website

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In this episode, Eve Guzman, a nutrition educator and business coach, joins us to dive into the key factors behind stubborn weight loss and the importance of functional medicine testing and treatment.

We discuss when it's time to consider functional medicine testing, why accuracy in nutrition and tracking is the biggest reason many women struggle to lose weight, and how to optimize your approach for real, lasting results.

We also discuss the nuances with functional medicine testing and why it's not always recommended for all women. If you've been doing all the right things but still aren't seeing progress with body composition changes, this episode is for you!

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Consults with Ali

BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium

Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit

"Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.

What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz!

Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements)

"How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training

Website

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Every coach and influencer is saying the same thing about how to lose fat and build muscle in perimenopause—but what if there's more to the story? They say lift heavy, eat protein, sleep and manage stress, but you're doing that and not seeing results.

In this episode, I'm breaking down the nuance of strength training that no one is talking about.

You'll learn: ✔ What "lift heavy" actually means and how to know if you're strength training correctly. ✔ The biggest mistakes most women make in the gym ✔ How stress, inflammation, and overtraining can sabotage your progress ✔ The concept of "stress math" to avoid cortisol being a downfall in your progress ✔ Why strength training in perimenopause requires a different approach than what's typically recommended

If you're tired of hearing the same generic advice and want a smarter, more effective way to workout, this episode is for you.

Ali's Resources:

Consults with Ali

BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium

Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit

"Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.

What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz!

Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements)

"How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training

Website

Ali's Instagram

Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron