01/20/2026
In this powerful and eye-opening episode of The Unapologetic MidLife Podcast, host Mindi Lobuzzetta, LMHC, sits down with Ami Patrick — The Midlife Muscle Mentor — to unpack what women over 40 really need to know about strength training, hormones, metabolism, and sustainable health in midlife.
As women enter perimenopause and menopause, everything changes — from muscle mass and metabolism to energy levels, recovery, and motivation. Ami explains why traditional fitness and dieting methods often stop working in midlife and how customized, holistic coaching is essential for women navigating these shifts.
Together, Mindi and Ami explore why strength training is non-negotiable for women over 40, how estrogen directly impacts muscle, fat storage, and bone density, and why so many women feel frustrated when they are doing “all the right things” but not seeing results. Ami breaks down how structured workout plans, smart nutrition, nervous-system support, and mindset shifts create long-term success — without burnout or punishment.
The conversation also dives into functional strength vs. the number on the scale, the role muscle plays in metabolism, the importance of daily movement, and why flexibility in fitness makes consistency easier. Ami also introduces the emerging topic of peptides and how they may support healing, recovery, and overall wellness for women in midlife.
This episode is a must-listen for any woman who wants to feel strong, confident, energized, and empowered in her 40s, 50s, and beyond — without falling back into diet culture or unrealistic expectations.
