Let’s get into it! Some topics from today’s episode include:

⭐️The impact of lifestyle factors on heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, with up to 80% being preventable through habits (WHO stats)

⭐️The importance of habitual health practices: maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, eating nutritious foods, avoiding smoking and moderating alcohol

⭐️Personal story of health transformation inspired by my own risk factors and experiences

⭐️The significance of preventative measures in healthcare vs. reactive treatments

⭐️How the body's systems (heart, lungs, kidneys, brain, liver, gut) are interconnected and influenced by daily habits

⭐️Specific strategies for improving heart, lung, brain, kidney, liver, and digestive health

⭐️The role of stress management, sleep quality, hydration, and reducing processed foods

⭐️Encouragement for taking small steps, building habits, and focusing on why health matters

Join the Kickstart Round 14! Kickstart is a guided group coaching experience designed for busy, high-achieving women over 40 who are done with yo-yo dieting and ready to implement proven, sustainable methods for fat loss and strength—tailored to their individual bodies and lifestyles. https://www.rockthatfitness.com/kickstart

If you have a chance, please rate and review the podcast so more women just like you can learn more about the Rockstar way! I appreciate you for your support and love ❤️

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⭐️Check Out Our Exclusive Offer for Extensive Lab Work with Marek Health ⁠https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-marek-health

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Let’s get into it! Some topics from today’s episode include:

⭐️The importance of inner transformation and mindset shifts for lasting results

⭐️Overcoming childhood traumas like abandonment and feelings of not being good enough

⭐️The power of community and small group coaching in accountability and support

⭐️The significance of foundational habits: nutrition, strength training, and mental resilience

⭐️How to step into your next level despite fears, uncertainty, or life's crises

⭐️The role of consistency, repetition, and embracing imperfection in progress

⭐️The upcoming Kickstart 14 program: what it offers and how it can change your life

⭐️The impact of social media distortion on women over 40 seeking health solutions

⭐️Practical insights on strength training and nutrition tailored for busy women

⭐️The importance of self-love, self-care, and giving yourself permission to begin now

Join the Kickstart Round 14! Kickstart is a guided group coaching experience designed for busy, high-achieving women over 40 who are done with yo-yo dieting and ready to implement proven, sustainable methods for fat loss and strength—tailored to their individual bodies and lifestyles. https://www.rockthatfitness.com/kickstart

If you have a chance, please rate and review the podcast so more women just like you can learn more about the Rockstar way! I appreciate you for your support and love ❤️

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⭐️Link to join Rock That Fitness Membership Today https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-membership

⭐️Join the Rockstar Fit Chicks Weekly Newsletter https://rockthatfitness.kit.com/e10d0c66eb

⭐️Check Out Our Exclusive Offer for Extensive Lab Work with Marek Health ⁠https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-marek-health

⭐️Head to the Rock That Fitness Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/rockthatfitness/

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Let’s get into it! Some topics from today’s episode include:

⭐️Why many women struggle to see results despite working out regularly

⭐️The importance of having a structured strength training plan for fat loss

⭐️Common mistakes in workout execution, including rest periods and tempo

⭐️How to properly warm up and ease into lifting with warm-up sets

⭐️The significance of mind-muscle connection

⭐️Understanding progressive overload and appropriate rep ranges for strength, muscle, and endurance

⭐️The value of supersets for efficiency and muscle growth

⭐️Nutrition essentials: protein, carbs, and calories for building muscle

⭐️Addressing muscle loss with age and the importance of maintaining strength

⭐️Key tips on taking action quickly and staying consistent

Sign up for our free masterclass UNLOCKING THE 3 SECRETS TO SUSTAINABLE FAT LOSS FOR BUSY WOMEN OVER 40! ⁠https://www.rockthatfitness.com/fat-loss-over-40-masterclass

Come to the Rockstar Retreat 2026! This retreat isn’t about escaping your life. It’s about learning how to channel your Rockstar Energy and return to your life as a stronger, more grounded leader of yourself. You’ll leave deeply reconnected to your body, your strength, and your intuition with a calm, regulated nervous system and the clarity that comes from finally slowing down. https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rockstar-retreat-2026

If you have a chance, please rate and review the podcast so more women just like you can learn more about the Rockstar way! I appreciate you for your support and love ❤️

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⭐️Link to join Rock That Fitness Membership Today https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-membership

⭐️Join the Rockstar Fit Chicks Weekly Newsletter https://rockthatfitness.kit.com/e10d0c66eb

⭐️Check Out Our Exclusive Offer for Extensive Lab Work with Marek Health ⁠https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-marek-health

⭐️Head to the Rock That Fitness Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/rockthatfitness/

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I am so excited to have another Rockstar on the podcast today! Please give a round of applause for Jen Pleken! Jen is from Buffalo, New York who is a wife, mom, and finance manager. Discover how she lost 60 pounds, improved her confidence, and reclaimed her health after years of struggle, stress, and hormonal challenges.

Some topics from today’s episode include:

⭐️Jen’s journey from feeling lost and frustrated to empowered and in control

⭐️The significance of focusing on protein over calorie counting initially

⭐️How hormone replacement therapy (HRT) played a role in her mental and physical health improvements

⭐️The importance of building sustainable habits rather than relying solely on diet programs

⭐️The impact of strength training on her body composition, muscle tone, and confidence

⭐️Her experience with emotional eating and strategies to overcome it

⭐️Practical tips for listening to your body and creating routines that foster self-control

⭐️The value of trusting the process and being patient with gradual progress

⭐️How decluttering your wardrobe symbolizes a mental shift towards self-acceptance

⭐️The power of community support and continuous self-care to maintain momentum

Sign up for our free masterclass UNLOCKING THE 3 SECRETS TO SUSTAINABLE FAT LOSS FOR BUSY WOMEN OVER 40! ⁠https://www.rockthatfitness.com/fat-loss-over-40-masterclass

Come to the Rockstar Retreat 2026! This retreat isn’t about escaping your life. It’s about learning how to channel your Rockstar Energy and return to your life as a stronger, more grounded leader of yourself. You’ll leave deeply reconnected to your body, your strength, and your intuition with a calm, regulated nervous system and the clarity that comes from finally slowing down. https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rockstar-retreat-2026

If you have a chance, please rate and review the podcast so more women just like you can learn more about the Rockstar way! I appreciate you for your support and love ❤️

Rock That Fitness Links:

⭐️Link to join Rock That Fitness Membership Today https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-membership

⭐️Join the Rockstar Fit Chicks Weekly Newsletter https://rockthatfitness.kit.com/e10d0c66eb

⭐️Check Out Our Exclusive Offer for Extensive Lab Work with Marek Health ⁠https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-marek-health

⭐️Head to the Rock That Fitness Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/rockthatfitness/

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Let’s get into it! Some topics from today’s episode include:

⭐️The common experience of starting over with fat loss and how it's not a failure—just a learning curve

⭐️Why knowledge alone isn’t enough

⭐️Habits are the real foundation of success that take time to form with consistency

⭐️The importance of focusing on one habit at a time to avoid overwhelm

⭐️How trying to do too much at once leads to burnout and setbacks

⭐️The concept of habit stacking and building habits gradually

⭐️The significance of awareness and mindfulness in understanding your food intake

⭐️Tracking calories as a tool for empowerment, not punishment

⭐️Building habits that become second nature for long-term success

⭐️Practical steps for starting with simple, manageable actions

Come to the Rockstar Retreat 2026! This retreat isn’t about escaping your life. It’s about learning how to channel your Rockstar Energy and return to your life as a stronger, more grounded leader of yourself. You’ll leave deeply reconnected to your body, your strength, and your intuition with a calm, regulated nervous system and the clarity that comes from finally slowing down. https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rockstar-retreat-2026

Join the Kickstart Round 13 Priority List! Kickstart is a guided group coaching experience for busy women over 40 who are ready to stop fighting their body and start leading it. This is where fat loss, strength training, and mindset come together,so successful results finally feel sustainable, empowering, and inevitable! https://www.rockthatfitness.com/waitlist

If you have a chance, please rate and review the podcast so more women just like you can learn more about the Rockstar way! I appreciate you for your support and love ❤️

Rock That Fitness Links:

⭐️Link to join Rock That Fitness Membership Today https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-membership-sales-page

⭐️Join the Rockstar Fit Chicks Weekly Newsletter https://rockthatfitness.kit.com/e10d0c66eb

⭐️Check Out Our Exclusive Offer for Extensive Lab Work with Marek Health ⁠https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-marek-health⁠

⭐️Head to the Rock That Fitness Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/rockthatfitness/

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Let’s get into it! Some topics from today’s episode include:

⭐️Why eating healthy doesn't automatically mean you're in a calorie deficit

⭐️The truth about exercise and its role in fat loss

⭐️How focusing solely on protein can be misleading

⭐️The importance of consistent calorie tracking

⭐️Why weekend overeating can undo your progress

⭐️The real impact of meal timing and fasting windows

⭐️Dangers of over-restriction and diet mentality

⭐️How to determine your true calorie needs

⭐️The importance of community and accountability

⭐️Why doing fat loss alone often leads to burnout and frustration

Come to the Rockstar Retreat 2026! This retreat isn’t about escaping your life. It’s about learning how to channel your Rockstar Energy and return to your life as a stronger, more grounded leader of yourself. You’ll leave deeply reconnected to your body, your strength, and your intuition with a calm, regulated nervous system and the clarity that comes from finally slowing down. https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rockstar-retreat-2026

Join the Kickstart Round 13 Priority List! Kickstart is a guided group coaching experience for busy women over 40 who are ready to stop fighting their body and start leading it. This is where fat loss, strength training, and mindset come together,so successful results finally feel sustainable, empowering, and inevitable! https://www.rockthatfitness.com/waitlist

If you have a chance, please rate and review the podcast so more women just like you can learn more about the Rockstar way! I appreciate you for your support and love ❤️

Rock That Fitness Links:

⭐️Link to join Rock That Fitness Membership Today https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-membership-sales-page

⭐️Join the Rockstar Fit Chicks Weekly Newsletter https://rockthatfitness.kit.com/e10d0c66eb

⭐️Check Out Our Exclusive Offer for Extensive Lab Work with Marek Health ⁠https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-marek-health

⭐️Head to the Rock That Fitness Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/rockthatfitness/

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Let’s get into it! Some topics from today’s episode include:

⭐️Why most women over 40 feel stuck in cycles of starting over and how to break free

⭐️The importance of mindset and identity shift in fat loss success

⭐️Foundations of sustainable fat loss: strength training, nutrition, mindset

⭐️How aging impacts muscle mass, metabolism, and the need for tailored strategies

⭐️Why fat loss is a slow, steady process (patience is key)

⭐️Reframing "trying" to action and commitment

⭐️The role of habits, consistency, and trusting the process

⭐️How to shift perspective from dieting to lifestyle transformation

⭐️Practical tips for setting realistic goals and staying motivated

Come to the Rockstar Retreat 2026! This retreat isn’t about escaping your life. It’s about learning how to channel your Rockstar Energy and return to your life as a stronger, more grounded leader of yourself. You’ll leave deeply reconnected to your body, your strength, and your intuition with a calm, regulated nervous system and the clarity that comes from finally slowing down. https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rockstar-retreat-2026

Join the Kickstart Round 13 Priority List! Kickstart is a guided group coaching experience for busy women over 40 who are ready to stop fighting their body and start leading it. This is where fat loss, strength training, and mindset come together,so successful results finally feel sustainable, empowering, and inevitable! https://www.rockthatfitness.com/waitlist

As a reminder, if you have a chance, please rate and review the podcast so more women just like you can learn more about the Rockstar way! I appreciate you for your support and love ❤️

Rock That Fitness Links:

⭐️Link to join Rock That Fitness Membership Today https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-membership

⭐️Join the Rockstar Fit Chicks Weekly Newsletter https://rockthatfitness.kit.com/e10d0c66eb

⭐️Check Out Our Exclusive Offer for Extensive Lab Work with Marek Health ⁠https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-marek-health

⭐️Head to the Rock That Fitness Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/rockthatfitness/

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Hey Rockstars! I am so excited to share with you a special episode with a brand new guest. Please help welcome Rae Anne Mullins to the show! Rae Anne has worked in the fitness industry helping women realize their true strength since 1995. During her 30 year career, she has seen big changes in herself from both a physical standpoint AND a mental standpoint which has allowed her to guide others do the same. More recently, Rae Anne has discovered the power of breathwork and embodiment to help people quiet the chaos in their mind and feel the energy in their body. When you can connect with your body, you can make better choices to help you reach your goals in life!

Some topics from today’s episode include:

⭐️What breathwork really is (and what it’s not)

⭐️The science behind how breathwork activates the parasympathetic nervous system

⭐️How breathing deeply can reduce stress, anxiety, and improve sleep quality

⭐️Practical tips for incorporating breathwork into daily routines

⭐️The connection between breath, emotions, and trauma release

⭐️Rae Ann’s guided sample breath session you can do now

⭐️Personal transformation stories and mindset shifts through breathwork

Come to the Rockstar Retreat 2026! This retreat isn’t about escaping your life. It’s about learning how to channel your Rockstar Energy and return to your life as a stronger, more grounded leader of yourself. You’ll leave deeply reconnected to your body, your strength, and your intuition with a calm, regulated nervous system and the clarity that comes from finally slowing down. https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rockstar-retreat-2026

Join the Kickstart Round 13 Priority List! Kickstart is a guided group coaching experience for busy women over 40 who are ready to stop fighting their body and start leading it. This is where fat loss, strength training, and mindset come together,so successful results finally feel sustainable, empowering, and inevitable! https://www.rockthatfitness.com/waitlist

As a reminder, if you have a chance, please rate and review the podcast so more women just like you can learn more about the Rockstar way! I appreciate you for your support and love ❤️

Rae Anne’s Links:

✅Website: https://www.raeannemullins.com/about

✅Join the latest breathwork session: https://www.raeannemullins.com/breathwork-workshop

✅Balanced, Fit, and Free Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7mYxdOSgHZq2BZTYanw46d

Rock That Fitness Links:

⭐️Link to join Rock That Fitness Membership Today https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-membership

⭐️Join the Rockstar Fit Chicks Weekly Newsletter https://rockthatfitness.kit.com/e10d0c66eb

⭐️Check Out Our Exclusive Offer for Extensive Lab Work with Marek Health ⁠https://www.rockthatfitness.com/rock-that-fitness-marek-health

⭐️Head to the Rock That Fitness Instagram Page https://www.instagram.com/rockthatfitness/

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