If your workouts aren’t working the way they used to—and your body feels harder to manage—this episode is for you.

In this episode, Sara and Liz break down what insulin resistance actually is, why it becomes more common during menopause, and how declining estrogen changes the way your body processes food.

They walk through the data, question the standard advice, and connect the dots between symptoms that often feel unrelated.

They discuss:

• What insulin resistance means in plain English
• Why menopause changes blood sugar regulation
• How estrogen impacts the way your body uses energy

They also get into:

• Why lifting weights can spike glucose
• How walking became a key tool for managing blood sugar
• Why cardio may stop working the same way as you age
• The connection between stress, sleep, and blood sugar
• Why Alzheimer’s is sometimes referred to as “Type 3 diabetes”

This episode ties everything together—from sugar cravings to stubborn belly fat—and gives context to what’s actually happening in your body.

This podcast is for informational and personal experience purposes only. We are not medical professionals. Nothing shared in this episode should be taken as medical advice. Please consult your own doctor or qualified healthcare provider before making any decisions about your health, medications, or treatment.