“Building muscle is key. It's the organ of longevity; we need it.” - Jenn Reed As a midlife woman going through menopause, Jenn Reed faced the same challenges many women have to navigate and lost her sense of self. In trying to figure out what she wanted to do with the next phase of her life, she found her passion for fitness and started sharing her journey on Instagram. Today, I’m excited to welcome Jenn to the podcast to talk about age positivity and makeup and fitness for mature women. We discuss the importance of fitness and self-confidence for women over 50, how social media affects women’s perception of themselves, how the right makeup can enhance natural beauty for mature women, Jenn’s experience with hormone replacement therapy, how you can get started on your fitness journey, and more. Jenn is a fantastic person to connect with for information and practical tips for women in midlife. I highly recommend following her, and I think you’ll learn a lot. Enjoy the episode!   Highlights Jenn’s journey as an empty nester, her struggle with menopause, and her motivation to share her story on Instagram Why you shouldn’t worry about getting too bulky from working out Self-confidence and embracing the beauty of growing older Jenn’s recommendations for makeup for mature women The benefits of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for menopausal women Different dietary approaches and their effects on women in menopause Getting started with your fitness journey Focusing on consistency rather than perfection The importance of nutrition and its impact on various bodily processes Jenn’s approach to supplementation Simplifying workouts and the importance of fitness for women over 50 Jenn’s struggles with sleep and the influence of hormone changes on sleep patterns   Connect with Jenn Reed Jenn Reed on Instagram @TheJennReed https://www.instagram.com/thejennreed/   This episode is sponsored by Femmenessence It's a rare occurrence to find a non-prescription supplement that becomes a go-to for hormone health and Femmenessence is just that. Whether you’re pre-menopausal, menopausal, or struggling with PMS, irregular periods, or other hormone imbalances, I highly recommend giving Femmenessence a try. Visit Femmenessence.com (https://femmenessence.com/) and use code SHAWN20 for exclusive savings.   Resources Dr. Tassone's Practice https://www.drshawntassone.com/ The Hormone Balance Bible https://tassonemd.com/hormone-balance-bible/ Hormone Archetype Quiz https://tassonemd.lpages.co/hormonearchetypequiz/   Disclaimer This podcast and website represent the opinions of Dr. Shawn Tassone and his guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice and is for informational purposes only. Because each person is so unique, please consult your health care professional for any medical questions.