This week on Soul Sister Health Talks, we're unpacking one of the most common questions we get from women in our community: Should I be counting calories to lose weight?The short answer? It’s complicated. And it’s not one-size-fits-all.In this episode, we chat through:💥 Why calorie counting can work—but often doesn’t? 💥 The big mindset trap it creates (hello, restriction + diet fatigue). 💥 What the research says about calorie tracking vs long-term success? 💥 The difference between calorie counting and calorie awareness. 💥 Why what you eat matters more than just how much? 💥 Our Soul Sister nutrition approach that helps women lose weight, boost energy, and calm their hormones—without obsessing over every bite.If you've ever thought, “If I just cut my calories a bit more, then I know I'll lose weight”—this one’s for you 💫Resources & Links:If you’re ready to stop second guessing your food and finally start feeling amazing in your skin again, our online nutrition program - 4 week Peri Reboot - might be just what you're after? Use code POD20 at checkout for a discount! Details HERE. Grab out popular SSH plant based protein powder HERESSH Protein Guide - Download it HEREGrab our INSULIN cheat sheet - How to Manage your Blood Sugar Levels for metabolic health, fat loss & energy after 40 HERE. Follow us on IG @soulsisterhealthSSH Coaching - DM the word “COACH” to us on IG @soulsisterhealth.Want to know more? 🤓If you enjoyed today's episode, please SUBSCRIBE and share with a beautiful woman who you think might enjoy it. Tag us @soulsisterhealth on IG when you’re tuning in—we LOVE seeing where you listen from!Anna & Em xo
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How to double your energy in 5 days.
Do you feel like you're dragging yourself through the day, relying on coffee to wake up and wine to wind down?You’re not alone—and you’re not broken. But if you’re in your 40s and feeling flat, foggy or fatigued, this episode is for you.In How to Double Your Energy in 5 Days, we uncover the real reasons women feel exhausted—hint: it’s not just your busy life—and show you how to reclaim your spark through nutrition, hormone balance and daily habits that actually give back to your body.We walk you through our simple 3-step blueprint to feel vibrant, steady, and energised again, no matter how full your calendar is 💥What You’ll Learn:Why your “busy life” isn’t the real reason you’re so tiredHow cortisol and insulin control your energy—and what throws them out of whackCommon habits that sabotage your energy (even when they feel “healthy”)The 3 biggest mistakes we see in women over 40Our 3 Step energy blueprint How to reset your hormones + energy in just 5 days.Resources & Links:Grab out popular SSH plant based protein powder HERESSH Protein Guide - Download it HEREGrab our INSULIN cheat sheet - How to Manage your Blood Sugar Levels for metabolic health, fat loss & energy after 40 HERE. Follow us on IG @soulsisterhealthSSH Coaching - DM the word “COACH” to us on IG @soulsisterhealth.Want to know more? 🤓If you enjoyed today's episode, please SUBSCRIBE and share with a beautiful woman who you think might enjoy it. Tag us @soulsisterhealth on IG when you’re tuning in—we LOVE seeing where you listen from!Anna & Em xo
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Protein after 40 is a non-negotiable
In this powerhouse episode, Anna & Em dive into why protein becomes essential after 40 — and why so many women are unknowingly under-eating it. From mood swings and sugar cravings to stubborn belly fat and energy slumps, the missing link might just be protein.Learn how much you really need, when to eat it, and how it helps your hormones, metabolism, recovery, and more. Packed with practical strategies, myth-busting truths, and real-life food examples — this episode is your go-to guide for mastering protein after 40.💥 In this episode, we cover:Why muscle loss accelerates in perimenopause — and how protein protects against itThe science behind blood sugar, cortisol, and hormone balanceCommon myths around protein and how to know if you're under-eating itWhat a high-protein day actually looks likeWhy spacing out protein across your day matters Protein powders: yes or no?Real-life tips to increase your intake, without the overwhelmThe powerful connection between protein and better sleep, mood, and metabolism.This episode should help demystify protein, how much you need, how to get it and most importantly why?Let's switch the focus of our nutrition to better supporting our body to thrive! If you enjoyed this content, please FOLLOW + and share with someone in your life who you think may enjoy it too. Resources & Links:Grab out popular SSH plant based protein powder HERESSH Protein Guide - Download it HERESSH high protein breakfast recipes - Download HERE Follow us on IG @soulsisterhealthSSH Coaching - DM the word “COACH” to us on IG @soulsisterhealth.Want to know more? 🤓Prioritising protein during perimenopause may ward off weight gain - Simpson & ConigraveProtein and exercise build muscle and strength in perimenopausal women – International Society of Sports Nutrition (2023)Protein for Women Over 40: How Much You Really Need – Dr. Stacy SimsIf you enjoyed today's episode, please SUBSCRIBE and share with a beautiful woman who you think might enjoy it. Tag us @soulsisterhealth on IG when you’re tuning in—we LOVE seeing where you listen from!Anna & Em xo
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Why exercise is NOT the best tool for weight loss
We know it sounds wild coming from two coaches who love movement and exercise… but contrary to what most people think, exercise is not your best fat loss strategy after 40 — and we’re breaking down why in this episode 💥If you’ve been training hard but your body isn’t shifting, you’ll want to tune in. In this episode we’re diving into:Why your metabolism works differently in perimenopauseThe constrained energy model and how your body compensates for exercise Why most of your daily energy burn comes from NEAT (non-exercise movement!) The real benefits of training: muscle, brain health, longevity & more Why your body must feel safe to release weight And what actually works for sustainable fat loss after 40 (hint: it’s not more HIIT).This episode will empower you to stop punishing your body — and start training smarter, not harder.Let’s redefine what it means to be strong, lean and vibrant in your 40s and beyond.If you liked this content, please hit FOLLOW + and share with someone in your life who you think would enjoy this too. SSH Resources & Links:SSH Move - Online fitness studio - Try our FREE 7 Day Trial HEREFollow us on IG @soulsisterhealthSSH Coaching - DM the word “COACH” to us on IG @soulsisterhealth.Want to learn more? 🤓1. Constrained Total Energy Expenditure and Metabolic Adaptation to Physical Activity in Adult Humans Herman Pontzer, et al. (2016)2. Nonexercise Activity Thermogenesis (NEAT): Environment and Biology James A. Levine (2002)3. Want to Burn Belly Fat? Lift Weights Dr. Stacy Sims (Blog Article)If you enjoyed today's episode, please SUBSCRIBE and share with a beautiful woman who you think might enjoy it. Tag us @soulsisterhealth on IG when you’re tuning in—we LOVE seeing where you listen from!Anna & Em xo
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Muscle - Why you can't afford not to.
In this episode, we dive into why muscle is no longer just about aesthetics—it’s about longevity, vitality, and brain health. If you’re over 40 and still chasing skinny, it’s time to flip the script. We’re talking myokines, sarcopenia, hormones, metabolism, and how building strength is the real fountain of youth.From the latest research to real-life strategies, we’ll break down exactly why muscle is the currency of your health, and how to build it even if you’re starting in your 40s or 50s. This is your permission slip to stop shrinking and start building. Because your strongest, sharpest, most energised years can definitely still be ahead of you. What We Cover in This Episode:Why muscle is now known as the organ of longevityHow myokines released by muscle improve your health and brain.The impact of estrogen decline and the rise of sarcopenia after 40.Why the obsession with being “skinny” is outdated—and how to shift to strong.What “getting toned” really means (hint: it’s body composition, not magic).Protein, strength training and the 30-10-3 method that changes everything.Busting the bulky myth—and what really happens when women lift weights.Why it’s never too late to build strength, vitality and resilience.If you like this content, hit FOLLOW + and please share with someone in your life who you think would enjoy this too. Resources & Links:SSH Move - Online fitness studio - Try our FREE 7 Day Trial HERE - https://soulsisterhealth.com.au/ssh-move-studio/Follow us on IG @soulsisterhealthSSH Coaching - DM the word “COACH” to us on IG @soulsisterhealth.Want to know more? 🤓Effect of non-pharmacological interventions on the prevention of sarcopenia in menopausal women: a systematic review and meta‑analysis of randomized controlled trials Tan T‑W et al. BMC Women’s Health (2023) Resistance training alters body composition in middle‑aged women depending on menopause – a 20‑week control trial Isenmann E et al. BMC Women’s Health (2023)Why Women Need More Strength and Less Cardio Training Dr. Stacy SimsIf you enjoyed today's episode, please FOLLOW + SUBSCRIBE and SHARE with a beautiful woman who you think might enjoy it. Tag us @soulsisterhealth on IG when you’re tuning in—we LOVE seeing where you listen from!Anna & Em xo
A podcast for 40+ year old women who want to get stronger, leaner, and feel amazing—for now and the long run.If you’re ready to take control of your health, feel better in your skin, and thrive through your 40s, 50s and beyond—you're in the right place.Stick around, this one's for you. 💫 Anna & Em xo
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