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In this episode I’m joined by Kate Oakley - personal trainer, midlife fitness coach and the woman behind the hugely inspiring Instagram account @yourfuturefit.

Kate made a bold career change at 50, leaving her role as a global HR director to become a personal trainer, and she now supports thousands of women to build strength, confidence and resilience at every age.

We talk about her journey, the challenges she faced (including degenerative disc disease), and why midlife is never “too late” to get strong. Kate shares how she built such a loyal online community and why so many women connect with her message that fitness should feel achievable, realistic and empowering.

We also get into the essentials of strength training in midlife and

how to start

how heavy to lift

why slower is better

and why maintaining muscle is one of the biggest gifts you can give your future self.

Kate’s approach is all about small steps, consistency and feeling successful rather than overwhelmed.

If you’ve been wanting to start lifting weights, feel stronger, or break out of a fitness rut, this episode will give you the encouragement and practical advice you need.

Lift for Life – my online strength training programme (this has the discount automatically applied)

Instagram @yourfuturefit

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In this episode I’m joined by Nicky Hambleton-Jones - stylist, author and former presenter of the hit Channel 4 makeover show 10 Years Younger. If you remember the transformations on that show, you’ll love hearing Nicky’s behind-the-scenes stories and how those makeovers helped women feel confident again.

We talk about why so many women start to feel invisible in midlife, how ageing affects our sense of identity, and how style can play a big part in rebuilding self-worth. Nicky shares practical midlife fashion advice, tips on wearing colour, and how to dress in a way that lifts your mood and helps you feel more visible and confident.

Nicky also opens up about what really happened when 10 Years Younger came to an end and how she rebuilt her confidence over time. Her new book Bolder Not Older is all about reclaiming style, energy and presence in your 40s, 50s and beyond - and this conversation is full of inspiring insights from it.

If you’re looking for midlife confidence tips, style inspiration, or a reminder that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself, this is a brilliant episode to listen to.

Amanda Ryder

Registered Nutritional Therapist ~
Author of Feel good for Menopause

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In this episode, I'm joined by nutritional therapist Kirsten Humphries from Bare Biology and we unpack the truth about collagen supplements, fish oils, and how they impact your skin, joints, and overall health.

We explore the science and the hype behind both, how to choose quality products, and why clean, sustainably-sourced supplements can make such a difference in midlife.

Kirsten also shares her own health journey through burnout, anxiety, ADHD and long COVID, and explains the role that nutrition, omega-3s and collagen have played in her recovery.

Together we discuss:

• How to tell if a fish oil is worth buying
• EPA vs DHA - what those letters actually mean
• What areas of health these oils support
• What collagen really does for skin, joints and mood
• Why quality and consistency matter more than trends
• how much to take to really notice a difference
• The Bare Biology approach to sustainability and transparency

This is an empowering conversation for anyone who wants to invest wisely in their health and really understand if collagen and fish oil supplements are worth the bother.

This podcast is free to listen to, however, if you'd like to support the show you can always buy me a coffee, every cuppa makes such a difference :) Thank you

Links

https://buymeacoffee.com/amandaryder

https://www.barebiology.com/collections/all

Amanda Ryder

Registered Nutritional Therapist ~
Author of Feel good for Menopause

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This week, I’m joined by Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, board-certified female urogynecologist and women’s health expert. We talk about menopause, perimenopause, weight gain, the new weight loss drugs, HRT (hormone replacement therapy), pelvic health, and vaginal wellness.

Betsy explains how to stay strong, confident, and comfortable in midlife, the difference between natural and synthetic hormones, and how to make HRT work for you. We also cover weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Mounjaro, and Wegovy, why they’re not a long-term solution, and the importance of muscle, stress reduction, and nutrition for midlife wellness.

Plus, Betsy shares her top tips for pelvic health, including Kegels, topical oestrogen, red-light therapy, probiotics, and boric acid resets, and her golden rule for midlife self-care: give yourself grace.

It’s an honest, empowering and incredibly informative conversation we all need to hear.

Links

https://buymeacoffee.com/amandaryder

Betsy's Pelvic Floor Store that she mentioned

Just by clicking on the link you will receive 10% off Betsy's products

The Pelvic Floor Store:

https://pelvicfloorstore.com/discount/BETSYGREENLEAFSTORE

https://pauseinstitute.com

https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf

Amanda Ryder

Registered Nutritional Therapist ~
Author of Feel good for Menopause

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In this episode I’m joined by Christine Thomas, health economist and author of the upcoming book The Elephant in the Room, where she explores why women are worth so much more than what they weigh.

We talk about the pressure women feel to look a certain way, why dieting rarely brings the happiness we expect, and how we can start tuning back into our body’s wisdom instead of fighting against it.

Christine shares what she’s learned from her years in the pharmaceutical industry, her research into weight loss drugs like Wegovy and Ozempic, and why true nourishment goes far beyond calories and macros.

It’s an honest, intelligent, and compassionate conversation about self-worth, food, and how to make peace with your body at any age.

If you’d like to support the show you can buy me a coffee - your support helps me create content that inspires and empowers you to live a healthier life.

Thank you! ❤️

https://buymeacoffee.com/amandaryder

Amanda Ryder

Registered Nutritional Therapist ~
Author of Feel good for Menopause

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This week I’m joined by the wonderful Margaret De-Petro - psychotherapist, hypnotherapist, NLP coach and spiritual guide. Margaret has such a powerful way of helping women reframe midlife, not as the end of something, but the beginning of a completely new chapter.

In our conversation we talk about how to step into your wisdom, move beyond the feeling of being invisible, and find the courage to create the life you really want. Margaret also shares her perspective on food, energy, and nourishment, and why self-care at this stage is so much more than bubble baths and candles.

She leaves us with two really practical pieces of advice you can start using today if you’re feeling stuck or unsure of your next steps.

If you’re ready to connect with your own midlife goddess energy, this episode is full of inspiration and encouragement.

If you’d like to support the show you can buy me a coffee - your support helps me create content that inspires and empowers you to live a healthier life.

Thank you! ❤️

https://buymeacoffee.com/amandaryder

Amanda Ryder

Registered Nutritional Therapist ~
Author of Feel good for Menopause

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This week I’m joined by my lovely friend and acupuncturist Amanda Ody to explore how acupuncture and Chinese medicine can support us in midlife.

Amanda has been treating women for over 25 years and I’ve personally benefited from her wisdom and care for many years. In this episode she explains the principles of yin and yang in a really practical way and shows how they connect to the changes we go through in menopause - from hot flushes and dryness to fatigue, weight changes and anxiety.

We also talk about food, herbs and simple lifestyle choices that can bring your body back into balance, plus why acupuncture can be such a powerful support during this stage of life.

If you’ve ever wondered how Chinese medicine fits into modern midlife health, this conversation will give you fresh insight, practical tips and a new way of looking at your own wellbeing.

Amanda Ryder

Registered Nutritional Therapist ~
Author of Feel good for Menopause

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In this second part of my hair special I’m talking about the key nutrients that really make a difference to midlife hair. From zinc and B vitamins to omega 3 and collagen, I explain how each of these supports growth, strength and shine.

I also share what you can do about grey hair and why dryness is such a common issue in menopause, along with some practical tips to bring back softness and condition.

If you’ve been feeling worried about changes in your hair, this episode will give you straightforward, evidence based advice you can start using straight away - plus plenty of reassurance that you can support your hair from the inside out.

Amanda Ryder

Registered Nutritional Therapist ~
Author of Feel good for Menopause

@amandarydernutrition
hello@amandaryder.co.uk
www.amandaryder.co.uk