The Find Your STRONG Podcast

182 - The Perimenopause Power Hour with Dr. Stephanie Estima

Episode Summary

In this episode, Coach JVB and the Team Strong Girls community are joined by Dr. Stephanie Estima who addresses the unique challenges women face during perimenopause and menopause—even when they’re consistently training, eating well, and managing stress. Many symptoms, like joint pain, anxiety, poor sleep, and changes in libido, often go unrecognized as hormonal shifts.

Episode Notes

In this episode, Coach JVB and the Team Strong Girls community are joined by Dr. Stephanie Estima who addresses the unique challenges women face during perimenopause and menopause—even when they’re consistently training, eating well, and managing stress. Many symptoms, like joint pain, anxiety, poor sleep, and changes in libido, often go unrecognized as hormonal shifts.

The discussion highlights the importance of regular blood work, the potential benefits of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)—especially progesterone—and how strength training and reducing sugar and alcohol can support better health during this transition.

 

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