The Real Raw You Podcast

086: Postpartum Recovery/Gaining Weight during Menopause/How to Lose Fat and Gain Muscle

Katie Duda

In this episode of the Real Raw You podcast, Katie Duda dives into a crucial and often misunderstood phase of life that brings about significant hormonal changes and shifts in our well-being: post-partum, peri-menopause & menopause. Join in on this must-listen-to conversation as we explore what happens during this stage of life, how hormones like estrogen and progesterone play a pivotal role and the changes you should be making in diet, exercise, and lifestyle in order to optimize your well-being. 

Episode Highlights:

  • How irregular/ absent cycles are like a tube of toothpaste running low
  • The role of estrogen and progesterone 
  • Why you can no longer do what you used to do when you had a cycle
  • What’s happening with your hormones when you dont have a cycle 
  • How to adapt your lifestyle, diet & exercise to work with your low levels of estrogen 
  • Why HIIT exercise can lead to increased fat cell production
  • How to Optimize Fat Loss + Muscle Gain With Low Estrogen 
  • Tips for sleeping better
  • The right type of exercise to lean into 
  • What foods to add in, and which ones to avoid 
  • Impact of High Cortisol and Insulin Resistance  


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Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for educational and informational purposes only. Consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice.

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