Summary:   In this episode, Diane is joined by 55-year-old holistic health practitioner, menopause specialist and fitness and nutrition coach, Laura Heikkila. Together, they’re breaking the stigma that aging is a bad thing. From perimenopause and lifestyle factors to hormone replacement therapy and weight training, Diane and Laura talk about how to transform your life if you’re in your 40s and beyond.   Key Takeaways:   02:10 - Meet Laura and how she got started as a holistic health practitioner and menopause specialist 06:19 - Peri-menopausal symptoms & common problems that women experience 08:09 - Top recommendations for women approaching peri-menopause 09:33 - Biggest nutrition mistakes in this demographic 13:04 - Next steps if women are experiencing peri-menopausal symptoms or having hormonal issues 15:13 - The problem with traditional doctors & medicine 17:40 - The pros & cons of hormone replacement therapy 22:01 - Laura shares her journey with muscle-building over 40-years-old 29:37 - Advice for women starting out with muscle-building & setting realistic expectations 32:51 - You need to know this if you’re transitioning from cardio classes to muscle building! 35:41 - How to stay motivated when starting your health and fitness journey 38:26 - Laura’s current fitness and nutrition non-negotiable habits 44:02 - Why tracking your food can be a game changer when setting your fitness goals 45:41 - Laura’s overall message & mission for women over 40   Resources Mentioned:   Cured Nutrition Code: BossBitch saves 20% off first order   Connect with Laura:   Laura’s Hormone Evaluation Survey: https://www.agelesswomensociety.com/hormones  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/so_this_is_50  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agelesswomensociety/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA3-oUkAYt18YBf1lzrsFXA Website: https://www.agelesswomensociety.com/home    Connect with Diane:   GET ON MY E-MAIL NEWSLETTER HERE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianeflores_ifbb_pro/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandaglitters/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dianeflores_ifbb_pro   Ask me anything! E-mail: diane@venusfitnessstudio.com    Work with Diane:   Join The Goddess Body Project 12 week program! Get your personalized Physique Assessment here!  Apply to be on our Competition Team HERE Check out the Ditch Deprivation 12 week Diet Coaching Program Check out the New Client Offer at Venus  Join the Sensual Dance Movement and feel confident in your skin Get your FREE backstage packing list for competition here   Fuel Your Body with the Goods:   Fave Boss Bitch Protein Bars - Built Bars *Use Promo Code: “Diane” at check out Try Meal Prep Delivery with FitKitchen Code: Diane10  Try this Energy Shot from Magic Mind - Code: BBRadio for 20% off first order Visit Titan Nutrition for the exclusive offer for BossBitch listeners *Promo code BossBitch at check out Visit HiYo for 20% off non-alcoholic beverages HERE  Nutrishop Supplement Shop - Code: BossBitch (free shipping)    Dress Up & Show Up Like a Boss Bitch:   Get $10 off Bombshell Sports Wear HERE For 15% off at Pseudo Force Studio Apparel, use Code: BossBitch Salty Savage Fitness Apparel Code: AmandaGlitters For 15% off your purchase at Toxic Angels Bikinis use Code: Diane