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40s Fitness Reset | Longevity-focused and science-backed approach to weight loss, aging, time-effective high return habits, target visceral fat

Jihane Farrell, former aging research scientist, PhD-level longevity coach, ADAPT-Certified Functional Health Coach

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Are you over 40 and feeling like your body is betraying you? You’re overweight with stubborn belly fat, but every time you try to get back in shape, something feels different this time. You have tried all the weight loss programs and diets under the sun, but nothing is sustainable,,, In this season of your life, you need a different approach! Welcome to the 40s Fitness Reset, Where I’m here to help you finally get rid of belly fat and build a lean body so you can look younger and feel full o ...
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Making Life Beautiful Again | Health and Beauty for Midlife Women

Michelle Rose | Mid-Life Coach for Women, Health + Beauty Strategist

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** The Go-To Podcast for Midlife Women ** Are you feeling weighed down by the physical and emotional changes that come with midlife? Do you wake up in the morning, look in the mirror, and barely recognize the woman staring back at you? Feeling lost and wondering who you are now that your kids are grown? Welcome to ’Making Life Beautiful Again,’ the podcast designed for midlife women ready to take control, rediscover their spark, and reignite their passion for life. Here, you’ll find the guid ...
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Hello Beautiful! Do you ever feel like your energy just isn’t what it used to be? Maybe you’re huffing and puffing up the stairs, dragging after work, or wishing you had a little more spark left for the people and things you love. If you’ve been telling yourself, “Well, I guess this is just what getting older feels like,” I want you to stop right t…
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Today, I am going to explain to you how Fat Flux works for belly fat aka how fat gets broken down then burnt, so you can target belly fat. Because when you know these very specific things about how fat gets mobilized out of visceral belly fat, you are equipped with knowledge you can leverage. You can make the biology of visceral belly fat work for …
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Believing in God and engaging with faith prolongs life. The research now shows that it adds an extra 4 year in lifespan, cut by 30% the risk of death, and brings a host of health benefits from psychological to physical. And yet the leading experts in the field of longevity never mention God. As a follower of Christ, I also see some very questionabl…
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Hello Beautiful! Feeling exhausted, bloated, or out of sync with your body—but still trying to keep up with everything and everyone? In this episode, I’m talking directly to women in midlife who are tired of waking up drained, battling brain fog, and wondering why their usual routines just aren’t working anymore. You’ll discover: ✨ 3 low-energy mov…
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Why is belly fat so hard to lose? Because visceral fat is a different beast. But that means we can use the specific biological properties of this fat to work for us. Burning belly fat is not all about a restrictive diet and it takes more than simply counting calories. Burning belly fat has a lot more to do with the QUALITIES of calories. What you e…
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Hello Beautiful! For so many midlife women, the mirror feels less like a reflection and more like a reminder — of wrinkles, regrets, or the years you’ve poured into everyone else while neglecting yourself. If you’ve ever struggled with self-worth, body image, or finding your identity again in midlife, this episode is for you. By the end of this epi…
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You are someone with a "bad" habit you want to break. You are on a weight loss journey and want to get rid of the belly fat but find that you have self-sabotaging habits of emotional eating. Or you use alcohol as a crutch, as your emotional support. And you know from listening to this podcast that this pattern is actually contributing to belly fat.…
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Hello Beautiful! Do you ever catch yourself comparing your current self to who you used to be—wishing your energy, body, or confidence could look like it once did? In this episode, I dig into the unexpected way comparison sneaks into our lives. It’s not just an influencer or someone on social media we’re comparing to... it’s the younger version of …
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Have you ever wondered why some people bounce so quickly after setbacks, but you just can’t seem to stick to the plan? Do you believe that things are happening TO you or happening FOR you? Do you see setbacks as part of the process, things that you can learn from? Or insurmountable obstacles If you feel stuck in a never-ending loop of starting on M…
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Hello Beautiful! Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought, “I don’t even recognize her anymore”? You’re still showing up, checking all the boxes, smiling through the day… but inside, you feel distant, disconnected, and honestly? Tired. In this episode, we’re talking about what it means to lose yourself quietly over time—and how to gently, int…
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Why is it so hard to lose belly fat? No matter what you do, you can’t seem to get a flat stomach. Are you slim everywhere else but despite your best efforts, still have a pooch? That’s so frustrating. For me this was a huge source of insecurity. Today I’m going to share 5 science-backed reasons why belly fat is so tough to lose for men and women in…
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Hello Beautiful! Got a dream you want to bring to life… but your calendar says otherwise? This episode is packed with realistic, actionable time strategies created specifically for midlife women juggling full plates and full hearts. We're skipping the typical advice (no fancy planners or color-coded time blocks here) and getting real about what it …
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You’re in your 40s, grinding through long workdays, juggling deadlines and family. You catch a glimpse in the mirror, stomach hanging over, looking tired and feeling old. If you’re wondering “How am I going to turn this around without living in the gym?” or if you think you’ve tried it all and nothing worked, this episode is for you! Today we’re di…
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Hello Beautiful! So, you started with clarity. You even took the first brave step toward that big, beautiful dream. But now you’re in the middle — and it’s way harder than you expected. Life got loud. Motivation dipped. And maybe you’re wondering if you’ll ever finish. This episode is for you, friend. We’re talking about what it really takes to kee…
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If you’re over 40, running a business or leading a team, your body is your most overlooked asset. We are going in details in the three most important metrics for longevity. We looked at VO2 max in episode 7, and today, we look at body composition. Body composition - the balance of muscle mass and body fat - is a strong predictor of how long and how…
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Hello Beautiful! Are you a Christian woman in your 30s, 40s, or 50s feeling stuck between clarity and action? You’ve identified the dream. You know what God’s been whispering to your heart. But life is loud. Your schedule is full. And even with all the clarity from last week… you still haven’t started. In this episode of the Midlife Reset Series, M…
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If you’re over 40, huffing and puffing while going up the stairs, you’re out of breath walking up the hills or you don’t have as much in the tank as you used to, this episode has the key number you need to track. You've noticed that you no longer have the energy for your family after a work day, and you miss being able to do fun things together. Be…
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Hello Beautiful! So… how’s that vision board looking? If you’re a midlife woman who started 2025 with big energy and a clear plan — but now find yourself feeling off track, unmotivated, or unsure if those goals even fit anymore — you’re not alone. In this episode, we’re pressing pause at the halfway point of the year to get real about what’s workin…
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If you measure the wrong thing, you will do the wrong thing. In the 90s, Gordon Bethune saved Continental airlines from bankruptcy with this principle. The airline was tanking and they put all their effort in the goal to increase profitability. In order to do that, the airline was focused on measuring the cost of different operations in order to cu…
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Hello Beautiful! If you’ve ever looked at your summer schedule, felt the heat, and thought, “I just don’t have it in me to work out today…” this episode is for you. Summer fitness can feel extra hard in midlife—between hot flashes, busy days, and bodies that don’t recover the way they used to, it’s easy to put movement on the back burner. But here’…
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Here is your competitive advantage, your edge: in this episode I share the 3 simple steps I guide people through in my 12 week coaching program to lose belly fat and build muscle mass. I have designed this plan to help you address what causes belly fat with actions targeting the top 5 drivers of belly fat, give you the keys to make food choices tha…
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Hello Beautiful! If you’ve ever stood in front of your closet on a hot summer day thinking, “Ugh, nothing fits... nothing feels right,” this episode is for you. Summer style in midlife can feel like a cruel joke. Our bodies have changed, trends are confusing (and fast!), and let’s be real—when you’re hot and swollen, the last thing you want is clin…
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Do you really know what belly fat is? Fat in the belly is a specific kind of fat, visceral fat, that is highly active, not in a good way. In this episode, you will discover: What is visceral fat Why it is deadly How to measure it What is normal or when to be concerned Why you should care about visceral fat This includes a way to measure visceral fa…
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Hello Beautiful! I’m so glad you’re here because this week kicks off our Summer Series—and we’re starting with something that’s been coming up a LOT lately: summer skincare for midlife women. If your skin has been acting out lately—tight, shiny, red, or just off—you are not alone. The heat, the sweat, and the hormonal shifts in midlife create a per…
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Can you target belly fat? There is a myth about belly fat that is so common, so unchallenged, and yet so wrong, that it may entirely explain why so many men and women can’t ever seem to get rid of the belly. So today, I bring you the debunk. I know how frustrating it is: you’re putting the work, you’re following your calorie plan, and you’re doing …
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PhD scientist addicted to work, drinking too much and driven by anxiety, I had ALL the bad habits. At 35, I woke up to the irony of working in the lab on an anti-aging treatment, all the while aging faster because of my lifestyle. I quit lying, quit drinking, quit smoking, quit eating sugar. But it was too late and my career in research ended in a …
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Belly fat IS NOT inevitable as you get older. Instead, fat storage in the abdomen is a biological process that is predictable AND avoidable. As long as you understand what contributes to it. Spoiler: it’s not your age. In this episode, you will discover the top 5 drivers of belly fat (and #5 is a bombshell that you won’t see coming). Because once y…
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Hello Beautiful! If the thought of balancing your hormones naturally feels overwhelming—or you’re not even sure where to begin—this episode will walk you through the small, foundational shifts that actually make a difference. We’re simplifying what can feel complicated, and helping you focus on what really moves the needle when it comes to hormone …
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Hey friend, Have you ever walked away from a doctor’s appointment, labs in hand, thinking, “Okay… but if everything’s ‘normal,’ why do I still feel so off?” You’re not alone. This episode is for the woman who’s exhausted, foggy, gaining weight, waking up at 3am, or just not feeling like herself—but keeps getting told, “Everything looks fine.” We’re…
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Do you start to feel like you have given your best years to your business, your work, and your family, The number on the scale grows and grows…. even though you’re not doing anything different. the dad bod, the belly, you feel like your body betraying you Maybe you’re like most people and here’s what you’re thinking “It wasn’t like this back when I…
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Hello Beautiful! Because I know you’ve been feeling off. You’re doing all the right things—you’re eating well, trying to move your body, juggling life like a champ—but still, something doesn’t feel right. You’re waking up at 3am. Your energy is gone before noon. Your jeans aren’t fitting the same. And your brain? Foggy. Maybe you’ve asked your doct…
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If you're a mom in midlife trying to navigate what it means to parent adult children—this episode is for you. Maybe your grown kids are pulling away. Maybe you're unsure how to help without sounding like you're trying to take control. Or maybe you're in a sweet season but want to make sure you stay close as things change. Wherever you are, today I’…
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Hello beautiful! Have you ever wondered… “Why am I craving sugar every night?” “Why can’t I stop snacking, even when I’m full?” “Why isn’t this diet working for me anymore?” If you’re a woman in midlife struggling with cravings, emotional eating, or weight gain—and tired of feeling guilty around food—you’re not alone. And you’re not broken. In this…
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Hello beautiful! If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of “clean eating,” cutting carbs, calorie tracking, or chasing that elusive diet that finally works—and you still feel frustrated in your body… this episode is for you. Midlife brings real changes to your body, but diet culture didn’t exactly prepare us for that. In fact, it often made things worse. …
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Hello beautiful! If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by all the food rules out there—what to eat, what to cut, what to fear—and you’re just tired of starting over again and again... you are not the only one. I created this episode for the midlife woman who’s done with diet culture, done with restriction, and ready to feel good in her body again. Bec…
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Hello beautiful! If life hasn’t turned out the way you thought it would… this episode is for you. In today’s heartfelt conversation, I’m sharing the story of my Aunt Bernice—a 94-year-old powerhouse who lived with purpose, strength, and joy until her final days. She never had children. She lost her husband. She faced more grief than most of us ever…
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Hello beautiful! For so many women—especially in midlife—body shame doesn’t always look like hate. It looks like disconnection. You’ve spent years showing up for everyone else, pushing through, and now you don’t even feel like yourself anymore. In this episode of the Breaking Free from Body Shame series, we’re walking through three simple, practica…
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Hello beautiful! Have you ever felt like no matter what you do, your body still doesn’t feel “good enough”? Maybe you’ve looked in the mirror and felt disappointed. Maybe you’ve judged yourself for how much you’ve changed. Or maybe you’ve poured yourself out for everyone else—and somehow still feel like you haven’t done enough. If that sounds famil…
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Hello beautiful! Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered, “Why do I hate my body so much?” You’ve tried all the things—diets, workouts, affirmations, even gratitude—but you still feel uncomfortable in your body. And no one seems to be talking about the deeper reasons why. In this episode, we’re going straight to the root of body shame—espec…
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Hey friend, Let’s be honest—how many times have you told yourself you’ll finally show up confidently when you lose the weight, feel more prepared, or figure everything out? If you're still waiting to feel ready before you move forward, this episode is going to be a game-changer. I’m sharing: ✔ The #1 myth about confidence (and why it's keeping you …
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Hey friend, I see you. I see how much you want to trust yourself again. To stop second-guessing every decision, overthinking everything, and feeling like you need someone else’s approval before you move forward. But somewhere along the way, you stopped believing in yourself. Maybe it was a moment when someone shut you down. Maybe it was years of be…
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Hey friend, Can we talk about something real for a minute? You know that feeling when you want to feel confident, but no matter how many affirmations you try, deep down, you still don’t believe it? Like you’re stuck in this cycle of self-doubt, second-guessing, and overthinking every little decision? Yeah… I’ve been there too. And I want you to kno…
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Hey beautiful! Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought—"Wait… when did THAT happen?!" One day, your skin is glowing, your body bounces back after late nights, and you can eat whatever you want without a second thought. The next? Puffy eyes, fine lines, thinning hair, and a metabolism that’s suddenly MIA. Here’s the truth—you don't need to be…
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Hey, beautiful friend, Is it wrong to care about beauty? As a Christian woman, have you ever felt guilty for wanting to look and feel your best? For so long, we’ve been told that beauty = vanity, that caring about our appearance is shallow or self-centered. But what if that’s not what the Bible actually says? What if your beauty isn’t something to …
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Hey, beautiful friend, What if I told you that your skincare routine is only half the equation when it comes to glowing, youthful skin? You can have the best serums, creams, and treatments, but if what’s happening inside your body isn’t supporting your beauty goals, your skin will always struggle to reflect the results you want. Today, we’re diving…
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Hey, beautiful friend, We need to talk about something no one tells you about beauty… your stress is showing up on your face. I know, I know—you’re doing everything “right.” You’ve got the skincare, maybe even the fancy serums, but somehow, your skin still looks tired, dull, or older than it should. Here’s the truth: It’s not just about your skinca…
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Hey friend, we need to talk… You ever feel like life just knocks you flat on your face? Like you had a plan, you were making progress, and then—BOOM—everything falls apart? And now, instead of moving forward, you feel stuck, discouraged, or worse… like you’re back at square one. But listen, here’s what no one tells you: You are NOT starting over. Y…
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Hey friend, Can I be honest with you? I used to think that living intentionally was about doing more—more planning, more hustling, more of everything. But here’s the truth: I was completely wrong. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’re living on autopilot, I want you to know—you’re not alone. I’ve been there, too. And in today’s episo…
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Hey there, friend. Let me ask you something: Do you feel like you’ve been chasing someone else’s idea of success? Maybe it’s the perfect house, the perfect job, the perfect life—but deep down, it doesn’t feel like it’s yours. If you’re nodding along, you’re not alone. So many of us spend years checking all the boxes, only to realize the life we’ve …
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Hey there, beautiful! Do you feel the pressure of New Year’s resolutions, only to find yourself burning out by February—or worse, giving up completely? Friend, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing a personal story of how reflecting on my own disappointments and lessons in 2024 helped me build a vision for 2025 that feels alive and aligned…
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