Align & Hustle - How to Create Your Best Midlife

Kathy Spence
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If you’re in midlife and ready to navigate health, aging and reinvention with clarity and confidence; this podcast is made for you! The Align & Hustle Podcast is where resilient, intelligent women in midlife come for candid conversations about wellness that works, nutrition that supports a changing body, and realigning with what matters most as we age. Hosted by Kathy Spence, integrative nutritionist and midlife wellness entrepreneur; this show cuts through the noise of trends, fads, and overcomplicated health advice.  You’ll get grounded, relevant strategies for your hormones, food, energy & mood.  Beauty & nutrition advice that meets you where you are (not where you were a decade ago); so you can feel strong, clear, and fully yourself again.  No fluff, just smart, real, raw conversations for women ready to rewrite the midlife rules! If you’re ready to reconnect with yourself in this chapter; maybe for the first time in a long time...this show is for you. Tune in every Thursday for conversations we actually need in midlife; smart, soulful, and unapologetically real. Subscribe or follow on your favourite platform so you don’t miss an episode! For resources mentioned on the show visit: https://kathyspencehealth.com/podcast Connect on INSTA here: @kathyspencehealth 

  1. Celebrating 100 Episodes and Becoming Who You Were Always Meant To Be in Midlife

    SEP 18

    Celebrating 100 Episodes and Becoming Who You Were Always Meant To Be in Midlife

    This week marks a milestone: the 100th episode of Align & Hustle- How to Create Your Best Midlife. Over the past five years, we’ve shared stories, strategies, and inspiration for women in midlife and today, I want to pause and celebrate what we’ve created together. Midlife is the most powerful time to rewrite the rules, nourish your health, and design a lifestyle that supports the woman you’re becoming. In this episode, I’m reflecting on the biggest lessons I’ve learned from my own journey and from the hundreds of women I’ve had the honour to work with. To mark the occasion, I’m also unveiling something I’ve been pouring my heart into for the past year. In This Episode: My five years of podcasting and the women who’ve shaped this space.A sneak-peek into The Midlife Manifesto.How you can start your own 7-day reflection practice now.Links & Resources: Grab your free 7-day guide: Midlife: Becoming Who You Were Always Meant To Be Pre-order the full book & journal HEREConnect with me on Instagram @kathyspencehealthCLICK HERE for all the RESOURCES mentioned in the show

    11 min
  2. Midlife Glow Up Part 2: Trust Your Magic with Carol Elizabeth

    SEP 11

    Midlife Glow Up Part 2: Trust Your Magic with Carol Elizabeth

    Part two of the Midlife Glow Up Series is here and it’s all about mindset, identity, and creating joy in midlife. In this episode, I sit down with Carol Elizabeth, transformational mindset coach, international speaker, and author of Trust Your Magic. Carol helps women turn their pain into power, their mess into their message, and step unapologetically into their highest selves. We dive into:  How to stop lying to yourself in midlife Asking the hard questions: Who am I? What makes me happy? Redefining success on your terms Finding joy in the everyday How your thoughts shape your outcomes Simple, actionable steps to shift your mindset right nowCarol’s wisdom is a reminder that you hold more magic, resilience, and possibility than you realize...and midlife is the perfect time to claim it! Her wisdom will inspire you to trust yourself more deeply, embody your next-level identity, and step into your fullest potential. Check out the NEW WEBSITE for resources to guide you forward. Join my free newsletter HERE Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! And connect on Instagram @kathyspencehealth Love the show?  Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help other midlife women join the conversation. Thanks for being here! xo, k Mentioned in the Show: Identity Clarity Session  Trust your Magic - the book -  https://a.co/d/gV3JR33 Trust your Magic podcast - Apple   Spotify   CLICK HERE for all the RESOURCES mentioned in the show

    46 min
  3. Style in Midlife: Dressing for Who You Are Now with Jordana Hurley

    SEP 4

    Style in Midlife: Dressing for Who You Are Now with Jordana Hurley

    Midlife fashion isn’t about age...it’s about identity, confidence, and joy. In this first episode of the MIDLIFE GLOWUP SERIES, we’re starting where most mornings begin: your closet. It's time to ditch the skinny jeans and stop holding onto the clothes that make you feel bad about yourself. I’m joined by stylist Jordana Hurley for a conversation on how to dress for the woman you are today. We talk about why personal style in midlife is less about rules and more about expression. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why midlife fashion is about identity and joy, not restrictionsWhat a stylist really does (and how they help you refresh your wardrobe without starting from scratch)Simple ways to evolve your look and stay true to your personal styleThe top fall fashion trends for 2025 and how to wear them in everyday lifeThe art of thrifting for timeless pieces that elevate style over 40 and 50How to dress with confidence (even in a changing body) to create outfits that reflect the woman you are todayIf you’ve ever stood in front of your closet and felt uninspired, or wondered how to evolve your look to reflect this stage of life then this episode will give you both perspective and practical inspiration! Your midlife glow up starts now. Alignment. Confidence. Ease. The shift you’ve been waiting for begins here. Check out the NEW WEBSITE for resources to guide you forward. Join my free newsletter HERE Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! And connect on Instagram @kathyspencehealth Love the show?  Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help other midlife women join the conversation. Thanks for being here! xo, k CLICK HERE for all the RESOURCES mentioned in the show

    39 min
  4. Hello September! Your Midlife Glow Up Starts Now

    SEP 1

    Hello September! Your Midlife Glow Up Starts Now

    September feels like a fresh start. And this month, I’m sharing the steps to your midlife glow up: alignment, confidence, ease, and routines that actually fit your life. Instead of urgency and exhaustion, this season is about slowing down, aligning with what really matters, and stepping into a midlife glow up that feels deeply authentic. Not just how you look, but how you feel from inside and out.  Imagine waking up energized, seeing yourself with fresh eyes, and finally recognizing the vibrant, confident woman you’ve been becoming all along. I’m sharing what’s ahead for September and how you can embody your glow in every part of your life. What you’ll hear this month: A closer look at how nutrition and lifestyle shifts can unlock your energy and help your body feel safe and strong again.Your midlife image makeover: dressing for who you are right now in midlifeThe role of mindset and learning to trust your own magicSimple, sustainable shifts that help your body feel safe, strong, and alive Your midlife glow up starts now. Alignment. Confidence. Ease. The shift you’ve been waiting for begins here. Check out the NEW WEBSITE for resources to guide you forward. Join my free newsletter HERE Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode! And connect on Instagram @kathyspencehealth Love the show? Leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify to help other midlife women join the conversation Thanks for being here! xo, k CLICK HERE for all the RESOURCES mentioned in the show

    6 min
  5. Rethinking Your Relationship with Alcohol in Midlife with Brooke Scheller

    AUG 14

    Rethinking Your Relationship with Alcohol in Midlife with Brooke Scheller

    Like many women in midlife, I’ve noticed how easy it is to reach for a glass of wine when life feels stressful. It’s can be a habit tied to stress relief, social connection, and celebration. But what happens when that habit quietly starts to affect your hormones, your sleep, your energy, and even your sense of self? In this episode of the Align & Hustle podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Brooke Scheller: founder of Functional Sobriety and author of How to Eat to Change How You Drink. We unpack the real impact of alcohol on the midlife body and mind to help women make more empowered choices about drinking. Together, we explore: How to recognize when it’s time to take a break from alcoholThe surprising link between alcohol and blood sugarThe truth & impact of alcohol on midlife gut health, stress and hormones How alcohol might be keeping you from the life you deserveWhether you’re considering a short reset, thinking about long-term change, or simply curious about the connection between alcohol and midlife health, this conversation will give you the insight and the permission to choose what’s best for you. Subscribe on Apple or Follow on Instagram to so you never miss an episode! And connect on Instagram @kathyspencehealth or www.kathyspencehealth.com Connect with Brooke HERE Love the show?  I'd love and appreciate a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts to help other midlife women join the conversation. CLICK HERE for all the RESOURCES mentioned in the show

    45 min

  6. AUG 7

    WTF is Happening to My Hair Pt. 4: Your Hair is the Messenger...Are You Listening? The Truth About Hair Loss in Midlife

    Hair loss isn’t the problem, it’s the message. In this episode, I reveal what your changing hair is really telling you about stress, hormones, and health, and how to finally respond in a way that works.  August is National Hair Loss Awareness Month and today I’m sharing what I wish every woman in midlife knew:  It’s not random. It’s not just “getting older.”  Midlife Hair loss is your body asking for support. It's often dismissed as cosmetic, but in midlife, hair loss tells a much deeper story. For many midlife women, it begins subtly: a widening part, more hair in the drain, a shift in texture. For others it's sudden, and terrifying, but it doesn't have to be. In today’s episode, I’m unpacking the patterns I see most often in my clients.  We’ll explore the different types of hair loss, the real causes (often overlooked), and give you some proactive strategies that actually work. And I’ll walk you through the key shifts I recommend to my private clients so you can stop guessing, and start getting to the root of what’s happening in your body. In this episode: The most common types of hair loss in women and how to identify themHow nutrient depletion and hormonal shifts are silently impacting your folliclesThe role of stress, inflammation, and scalp health in regrowthNutrition strategies that support regrowth from the inside outMentioned in this episode: Catch up on the entire WTF Series: Midlife Moment: WTF Is Happening to my Hair? WTF Is Happening to My Hair PT. 2 WTF Part 3: Giving Your Hair a Reset and Going DRY this January Join the waitlist for ROOTED my high-touch, nutrition-first hair regrowth program for women in midlife.  You’ll be the first to hear when enrolment opens this fall, and spots are limited. CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WAITLIST CLICK HERE for all the RESOURCES mentioned in the show

    14 min
  7. Unapologetic: Healing Shame & Reclaiming Your Power in Midlife with Annalie Howling

    JUL 31

    Unapologetic: Healing Shame & Reclaiming Your Power in Midlife with Annalie Howling

    In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, trauma and performance coach Annalie Howling joins me to talk about what it really takes to heal, set boundaries, and reclaim your identity in midlife (especially after years of people-pleasing, overachieving, and putting everyone else’s needs ahead of your own.) We explore the hidden toll of shame, the cost of “being the good girl,” and how our conditioning as women often keeps us disconnected from our most authentic selves. Annalie also breaks down EMDR therapy in clear, accessible language and shares why midlife is a critical window for doing this work. We also dive into her new book Unapologetic ; a bold call to step out of the shadows and come back to yourself. In this episode you will learn: • How EMDR therapy works and why it's so effective • Understanding and healing shame • Why women are conditioned to prioritize others over themselves • The complexities of female friendships in midlife • Why this season of life is the most powerful time for healing and self-reinvention Whether you're navigating a personal unraveling or a quiet awakening, this episode is a must-listen for any woman on a midlife journey seeking deeper wellness, emotional healing, and unapologetic self-leadership. Hit follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode. Connect with me on INSTAGRAM Join the conversation after the show HERE CLICK HERE for all the RESOURCES mentioned in the show

    53 min
  8. Everything, Everywhere All At Once; Welcome to Midlife

    JUL 24

    Everything, Everywhere All At Once; Welcome to Midlife

    Everything, everywhere all at once, that’s midlife. In this comeback episode, I reveal the truth behind my pause and what’s next for a podcast designed to help you thrive through it all. I share what it really felt like to step away: the chaos, the clarity, and the quiet rebuilding that happens when life demands you slow down in order to come back stronger.  Midlife often feels like everything, everywhere all at once: shifting roles, changing bodies, evolving careers, and identities in flux.  This episode is both a welcome back and a grounding space to begin again, together. What you’ll hear in this episode: The truth behind my pause and what I uncovered in the stillnessWhy so many wellness “fixes” fall flat for women in midlifeHow the podcast is evolving to meet your reality right nowWhat’s ahead this season and how to shape it with meBecause midlife isn’t about losing yourself; it’s about finally coming home to who you are, with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Tune in, take a breath, and let’s step into this new season...together. Hit follow or subscribe so you never miss an episode. Connect with me on INSTAGRAM Join the conversation after the show HERE CLICK HERE for all the RESOURCES mentioned in the show

    17 min
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If you’re in midlife and ready to navigate health, aging and reinvention with clarity and confidence; this podcast is made for you! The Align & Hustle Podcast is where resilient, intelligent women in midlife come for candid conversations about wellness that works, nutrition that supports a changing body, and realigning with what matters most as we age. Hosted by Kathy Spence, integrative nutritionist and midlife wellness entrepreneur; this show cuts through the noise of trends, fads, and overcomplicated health advice.  You’ll get grounded, relevant strategies for your hormones, food, energy & mood.  Beauty & nutrition advice that meets you where you are (not where you were a decade ago); so you can feel strong, clear, and fully yourself again.  No fluff, just smart, real, raw conversations for women ready to rewrite the midlife rules! If you’re ready to reconnect with yourself in this chapter; maybe for the first time in a long time...this show is for you. Tune in every Thursday for conversations we actually need in midlife; smart, soulful, and unapologetically real. Subscribe or follow on your favourite platform so you don’t miss an episode! For resources mentioned on the show visit: https://kathyspencehealth.com/podcast Connect on INSTA here: @kathyspencehealth 

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