Love Your Naked Ass: The Midlife Rebellion Edition

Kimberly Riggins

Love Your Naked Ass: The Midlife Rebellion Edition is the next evolution of the original show — bigger, bolder, and built for the woman who’s officially done playing small. This version is louder, more honest, and unapologetically here to call out every outdated, sugar-coated piece of midlife advice we’ve been fed for decades. Hosted by Kimberly Riggins — certified health and life coach, holistic nutritionist, and unapologetic midlife rebel — this podcast gives you the raw, unfiltered truth about navigating perimenopause, menopause, and the messy magic of midlife. No filters. No shame. No pretending everything is “fine.” Each week, we rebel against the rules and dive into real conversations about: Boosting energy and ditching midlife fatigueNavigating perimenopause without losing your sanityEating smarter, lifting heavier, and feeling strongerRebuilding confidence and creating your midlife comebackRedefining what it means to thrive in your 40s, 50s, and beyond If you're ready to stop hiding, stop apologizing, and step into a midlife that finally feels like yours… you're exactly where you need to be. Season 2 is officially here — and the rebellion is just getting started.

  1. 2D AGO

    Fueling Your Body: The Truth About Nutrition in Midlife

    In this episode, we’re talking about nutrition in midlife, the thing every woman struggles with but no one explains without fear, rules, or extremes. If you’ve ever felt tired, bloated, frustrated, or confused about why “eating well” isn’t working anymore, this conversation will feel like a deep exhale. You’ll Learn: Why your body’s needs change after 40 (and why it’s not your fault)The role protein, fiber, fats, and carbs actually play in midlife healthWhy low-carb and restrictive diets backfire in midlifeHow to rebuild trust with food instead of fighting your body Craving more? Get the full episode notes here: https://kimberlyriggins.com/podcast/fueling-your-body-in-midlife-what-your-body-actually-needs-without-diet-rules/ 💥 WANT MORE MIDLIFE REBELLION? Join my list to be the first to know when new episodes drop: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/ysjdG8pfD1yZcQ6IKkME Subscribe on Substack for the unfiltered stories, tools, and truth bombs that don’t make it into the mic: https://rebelmidlife.substack.com/ Grab Your FREE Guide → 5 Steps to Kick Menopause Fatigue to the Curb: https://kickfatigue.kimberlyriggins.com/ ⚡ STAY CONNECTED: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyriggins/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/rebelmidlife Website → https://kimberlyriggins.com/ ❤️‍🔥 DON’T FORGET: Rate. Review. Subscribe. It helps more women find the show and trust me, Rebel, we’re just getting started.

    12 min
  2. FEB 10

    Marriage After 40: The Real Love Story (Not the Hallmark Version)

    Marriage after 40 doesn’t look like the movies and that doesn’t mean something is wrong. In this episode, we’re talking about what love actually looks like in midlife: lived-in, imperfect, quieter, and deeply real. From changing identities to stress, exhaustion, and evolving connection, this conversation explores how marriage grows, breaks, and can be rebuilt in this season of life. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why love after 40 feels different than it did in your 20sHow chemistry evolves into character, intention, and emotional safetyThe impact of stress, hormones, and life transitions on marriageWhy communication matters more now than everHow to let go of the Hallmark version of love without losing connectionPractical ways to reconnect without pressure or performanceAction Step: This week, drop the pressure to perform love “the right way.” Choose one small moment of connection, a real conversation, shared laughter, or simply being present together, and notice how it changes the tone of your relationship. Craving more? Get the full episode notes here: https://kimberlyriggins.com/podcast/marriage-after-40-the-real-love-story-not-the-hallmark-version/ 💥 WANT MORE MIDLIFE REBELLION? Join my list to be the first to know when new episodes drop: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/ysjdG8pfD1yZcQ6IKkME Subscribe on Substack for the unfiltered stories, tools, and truth bombs that don’t make it into the mic: https://rebelmidlife.substack.com/ Grab Your FREE Guide → 5 Steps to Kick Menopause Fatigue to the Curb: https://kickfatigue.kimberlyriggins.com/ ⚡ STAY CONNECTED: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyriggins/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/rebelmidlife Website → https://kimberlyriggins.com/ ❤️‍🔥 DON’T FORGET: Rate. Review. Subscribe. It helps more women find the show and trust me, Rebel, we’re just getting started.

    11 min
  3. FEB 3

    Friendships, Family & Boundaries: Navigating Relationships in Midlife

    Ever notice how some relationships start to feel heavier than they used to? The texts you delay answering. The plans you say yes to out of habit. The quiet exhaustion that comes from always being the one who shows up. If that feels familiar, you’re not broken — something is shifting. In this episode, we’re diving into the messy, honest, sometimes uncomfortable reality of relationships in midlife. Friendships that fade. Family dynamics that change. And the growing need for boundaries that protect your energy instead of draining it. Because here’s the truth: as you evolve, your relationships have to evolve too. Some deepen. Some fall away. And some only worked when you were over-giving. That doesn’t make you cold. It makes you honest. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why friendships often shift in midlife — and why that isn’t a personal failureHow to recognize relationships built on obligation instead of mutual respectThe difference between proximity, history, and real connectionWhat boundaries actually protect (and why they’re not walls)How to step back without guilt — and without burning bridgesMidlife isn’t asking you to hold on tighter. It’s asking you to choose more intentionally. And when you do, everything gets lighter. Midlife Action Steps Choose one relationship that feels off-balance right now. Set one clear boundaryOr have one honest conversationOr take one step back — without explaining yourselfNotice how your body responds. Relief is information. Craving more? Get the full episode notes here: https://kimberlyriggins.com/podcast/friendships-family-boundaries-navigating-relationships-in-midlife/ 💥 WANT MORE MIDLIFE REBELLION? Join my list to be the first to know when new episodes drop: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/ysjdG8pfD1yZcQ6IKkME Subscribe on Substack for the unfiltered stories, tools, and truth bombs that don’t make it into the mic: https://rebelmidlife.substack.com/ Grab Your FREE Guide → 5 Steps to Kick Menopause Fatigue to the Curb: https://kickfatigue.kimberlyriggins.com/ ⚡ STAY CONNECTED: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyriggins/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/rebelmidlife Website → https://kimberlyriggins.com/ ❤️‍🔥 DON’T FORGET: Rate. Review. Subscribe. It helps more women find the show and trust me, Rebel, we’re just getting started.

    11 min
  4. JAN 27

    Mindset Shift: Midlife Isn’t Over — It’s Just Getting Good

    Ever had that quiet thought you don’t usually say out loud? Is this it? Am I running out of time? Did I miss my moment? If that question has ever crossed your mind, this episode is for you. In this short but powerful conversation, we’re talking about the mindset shift that happens in midlife — the one no one really prepares women for. The shift from shrinking and “being realistic” to clarity, self-trust, and choosing yourself. Because here’s the truth most women don’t hear enough: Midlife isn’t the end of your story. It’s the part where everything starts making sense. This episode is about releasing the belief that your bold years are behind you — and recognizing that midlife isn’t a decline. It’s a rise. You’re not becoming less relevant.  You’re becoming more intentional. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why midlife often feels uncomfortable before it feels empoweringHow unconscious beliefs about aging keep women playing smallWhy clarity increases in midlifHow to stop auditioning for approval and start choosing yourselfWhy you are not “too late” — you’re right on timeMidlife isn’t about maintaining what already exists. It’s about expanding into what’s next. Midlife Action Step Take this one simple step — not perfectly, just honestly: Write down one thing you want in the next 12 monthsSomething you’ve been telling yourself is “too late” forThen take one small step toward it — not the whole plan, just the next stepAnd when fear shows up, remember this: Failure only happens when you stop. Everything else is feedback. Everything else is progress. Resource Mentioned in This Episode If you’re craving support, clarity, and consistency in this season — without pressure or burnout — I’ve created something for you. Rebel Royalty is a monthly membership for midlife women who are done playing small, done starting over, and done doing this alone. We would love to welcome you on the inside. Learn more and join us here: https://rebelmidlife.substack.com/p/rebel-royalty Midlife isn’t your expiration point. It’s your expansion point. Craving more? Get the full episode notes here: https://kimberlyriggins.com/podcast/mindset-shift-midlife-isnt-over-its-just-getting-good/ 💥 WANT MORE MIDLIFE REBELLION? Join my list to be the first to know when new episodes drop: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/ysjdG8pfD1yZcQ6IKkME Subscribe on Substack for the unfiltered stories, tools, and truth bombs that don’t make it into the mic: https://rebelmidlife.substack.com/ Grab Your FREE Guide → 5 Steps to Kick Menopause Fatigue to the Curb: https://kickfatigue.kimberlyriggins.com/ ⚡ STAY CONNECTED: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyriggins/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/rebelmidlife Website → https://kimberlyriggins.com/ ❤️‍🔥 DON’T FORGET: Rate. Review. Subscribe. It helps more women find the show and trust me, Rebel, we’re just getting started.

    7 min
  5. JAN 20

    Breaking the Dieting Cycle: Why Fad Diets Are BS and What to Do Instead

    Ever feel like no matter how “good” you are, your body still won’t cooperate? Like you’re doing everything right… and still losing the battle? You’re not broken — and it’s time to stop blaming yourself. In this episode, we’re calling out diet culture and the damage it does to women in midlife. We’re talking restriction, hormones, metabolism, and why your body rebels harder the more you try to control her. Because here’s the truth: You didn’t fail the diet. The diet failed you. Midlife isn’t the season to shrink or punish yourself — it’s the season to nourish, stabilize, and finally work with your body. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why dieting backfires in midlifeHow restriction slows metabolism and disrupts hormonesWhy willpower isn’t the problemThe real reason cravings and plateaus happenWhat your midlife body actually needs to feel energizedWhy nourishment beats deprivation every timeMidlife Action Step For the next 7 days: No dietsNo calorie countingNo “good” or “bad” foodsInstead, focus on balanced meals, hunger cues, and consistent nourishment. Resource Mentioned 👑 Rebel Royalty — a monthly membership for midlife women done dieting, starting over, and doing it alone. Learn more here: https://rebelmidlife.substack.com/p/rebel-royalty Midlife isn’t your breakdown — it’s your recalibration.  Your body isn’t asking for restriction; she’s asking for respect. Craving more? Full episode notes here: https://kimberlyriggins.com/podcast/breaking-the-dieting-cycle-why-fad-diets-are-bs-and-what-to-do-instead/   💥 WANT MORE MIDLIFE REBELLION? Join my list to be the first to know when new episodes drop: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/ysjdG8pfD1yZcQ6IKkME Subscribe on Substack for the unfiltered stories, tools, and truth bombs that don’t make it into the mic: https://rebelmidlife.substack.com/ Grab Your FREE Guide → 5 Steps to Kick Menopause Fatigue to the Curb: https://kickfatigue.kimberlyriggins.com/ ⚡ STAY CONNECTED: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyriggins/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/rebelmidlife Website → https://kimberlyriggins.com/ ❤️‍🔥 DON’T FORGET: Rate. Review. Subscribe. It helps more women find the show and trust me, Rebel, we’re just getting started.

    14 min
  6. JAN 13

    Building Muscle After 40: Stop the Excuses and Start the Work

    If strength training feels harder than it used to… If your body feels softer, slower, or less responsive… If you keep starting and stopping workouts and wondering what’s wrong with you… You’re not broken — you’re in midlife. In this episode, we’re talking honestly about what it really takes to build and keep muscle after 40. Not hype. Not hustle. Not perfection. Just the truth about hormones, metabolism, consistency, and why strength training is no longer optional in this season of life. Because here’s the truth no one spelled out for us: After 40, your body doesn’t respond to “trying harder.” She responds to intention, consistency, and strength. This episode is part science, part real life, and part permission slip to stop beating yourself up and start showing up — imperfectly, consistently, and on purpose. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why building muscle after 40 is essential for hormones, metabolism, and longevityWhat actually happens to muscle and metabolism as estrogen declinesWhy cardio alone isn’t enough anymoreWhy consistency matters more than motivation — every single timeHow to rebuild strength after life, grief, or burnout knocks you off trackWhy perfection has zero place in midlife fitnessThis isn’t about aesthetics. It’s about strength that supports your energy, confidence, bones, mood, and independence. Your body isn’t working against you — she’s asking for something different now. Midlife Action Step Commit to 30 days of movement. Strength train 3–4x per week. Gentle movement counts on other days. Track ONE thing — reps, energy, sleep, or consistency (not weight). Free Resource Mentioned in This Episode If you want a simple, no-overwhelm place to start, I created a free guide to help you get moving without burning yourself out: Midlife Strength Training Starter Guide This is designed to help you: Stop overthinking where to beginBuild consistency without perfectionRecommit to strength in a way that fits real midlife lifeDownload the guide here: https://kimberlyriggins.com/download-strength-training-starter-kit/ Strength after 40 isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what matters — consistently. Your body is ready when you are. Craving more? Get the full episode notes here: https://kimberlyriggins.com/podcast/building-muscle-after-40-stop-the-excuses-and-start-the-work/ 💥 WANT MORE MIDLIFE REBELLION? Join my list to be the first to know when new episodes drop: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/ysjdG8pfD1yZcQ6IKkME Subscribe on Substack for the unfiltered stories, tools, and truth bombs that don’t make it into the mic: https://rebelmidlife.substack.com/ Grab Your FREE Guide → 5 Steps to Kick Menopause Fatigue to the Curb: https://kickfatigue.kimberlyriggins.com/ ⚡ STAY CONNECTED: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyriggins/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/rebelmidlife Website → https://kimberlyriggins.com/ ❤️‍🔥 DON’T FORGET: Rate. Review. Subscribe. It helps more women find the show and trust me, Rebel, we’re just getting started.

    16 min
  7. JAN 6

    Stop Hating Your Body: Embrace the Midlife Glow-Up

    Ever looked in the mirror and thought, "What the actual hell happened?" You’re not alone — and it’s officially time to stop waging war on your reflection. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the messy, funny, infuriating, liberating relationship women have with their bodies in midlife. We’re talking body image, aging, resilience, and how to finally make peace with the woman staring back at you. Because here’s the truth: your body isn’t broken, lazy, or past its prime — it’s evolving. It’s weathered storms, carried you through hell and back, and still shows up for you every damn day. That’s not something to hate… that’s something to honor. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why body hate is a learned habit — and how to start breaking itHow to flip the script and see aging as a glow-up, not a downfallThe power of tiny, consistent shifts that rebuild confidence from the inside outHow to show your body love through movement, nourishment, and real careWhy midlife changes aren’t a crisis — they’re a recalibrationMidlife isn’t your breakdown — it’s your breakthrough. Your body isn’t asking for perfection; it’s asking for partnership. And when you finally stop fighting it… everything changes. Midlife Action Steps Write down one thing you love about your body right now — not how it looks, but what it does.Do one thing today that nourishes it — big or small.Those two moves alone can shift your mindset and spark your glow-up. Free Resource Mentioned in This Episode To help you take this conversation deeper, I created a free worksheet: ✨ Midlife Glow-Up Journal Prompts ✨ These prompts are designed to help you stop fighting your body and start listening to it — without forced positivity, diet rules, or “fix yourself” energy. They’ll help you: Untangle where body criticism actually came fromShift from appearance to appreciationReframe midlife changes as information, not failureDefine what a glow-up really means for this seasonDownload the free Midlife Glow-Up Journal Prompts here: https://kimberlyriggins.com/podcast-freebie-glow-up-prompts/ Your body isn’t the enemy — it’s your greatest comeback story. Craving more? Get the full episode notes here: https://kimberlyriggins.com/podcast/stop-hating-your-body-the-midlife-glow-up-no-one-warned-you-about/ 💥 WANT MORE MIDLIFE REBELLION? Join my list to be the first to know when new episodes drop: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/ysjdG8pfD1yZcQ6IKkME Subscribe on Substack for the unfiltered stories, tools, and truth bombs that don’t make it into the mic: https://rebelmidlife.substack.com/ Grab Your FREE Guide → 5 Steps to Kick Menopause Fatigue to the Curb: https://kickfatigue.kimberlyriggins.com/ ⚡ STAY CONNECTED: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyriggins/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/rebelmidlife Website → https://kimberlyriggins.com/ ❤️‍🔥 DON’T FORGET: Rate. Review. Subscribe. It helps more women find the show and trust me, Rebel, we’re just getting started.

    12 min
  8. 12/23/2025

    Before You Make Resolutions — Let’s Get Real About Midlife

    It’s the end of the year, and everywhere you turn someone is shouting “new year, new you.” But here’s the truth: You don’t need a new you. You need the real you—the woman who’s already survived, rebuilt, reinvented, and refused to quit. This holiday special is your midlife pep talk: short, bold, and just snarky enough to remind you that midlife isn’t a crisis… it’s your takeover era. If you’ve been running on fumes, juggling everyone else’s expectations, or staring down January wondering “What’s next?” — this episode is your reset. You’ll walk away grounded, fired up, and fully rooted in the Rebel you already are. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why “new year, new you” is a myth that keeps women stuckHow to ditch guilt, perfectionism, and holiday pressureThe mindset shift that turns midlife burnout into midlife boldnessHow to protect your energy like it’s your most valuable assetOne simple Rebellion Challenge to start your new year with fire—not fear Free Gift for Rebels No sign-up. No hoops. No holiday chaos required. ➡️ Download the End-of-Year Rebellion Worksheet here Six bold prompts to help you reflect, roast the year that’s ending, and map one unapologetic midlife goal that actually lights you up. Whether you fill it out with a glass of wine or while hiding from your in-laws… that’s your call. Your Rebel Action Step Before you make a single resolution: Choose one bold thing for the coming year—something that scares you a little or sparks something deep.Write it down.Take one small action before the year ends to prove you’re already becoming the woman who follows through.Your transformation doesn’t start January 1. It starts the moment you decide you’re done waiting. Craving more? Get the full episode notes and the free worksheet here: https://kimberlyriggins.com/podcast/before-you-make-resolutions-lets-get-real-about-midlife/ 💥 WANT MORE MIDLIFE REBELLION? Join my list to be the first to know when new episodes drop: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/form/ysjdG8pfD1yZcQ6IKkME Subscribe on Substack for the unfiltered stories, tools, and truth bombs that don’t make it into the mic: https://rebelmidlife.substack.com/ Grab Your FREE Guide → 5 Steps to Kick Menopause Fatigue to the Curb: https://kickfatigue.kimberlyriggins.com/ ⚡ STAY CONNECTED: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyriggins/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/rebelmidlife Website → https://kimberlyriggins.com/ ❤️‍🔥 DON’T FORGET: Rate. Review. Subscribe. It helps more women find the show and trust me, Rebel, we’re just getting started.

    8 min

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Love Your Naked Ass: The Midlife Rebellion Edition is the next evolution of the original show — bigger, bolder, and built for the woman who’s officially done playing small. This version is louder, more honest, and unapologetically here to call out every outdated, sugar-coated piece of midlife advice we’ve been fed for decades. Hosted by Kimberly Riggins — certified health and life coach, holistic nutritionist, and unapologetic midlife rebel — this podcast gives you the raw, unfiltered truth about navigating perimenopause, menopause, and the messy magic of midlife. No filters. No shame. No pretending everything is “fine.” Each week, we rebel against the rules and dive into real conversations about: Boosting energy and ditching midlife fatigueNavigating perimenopause without losing your sanityEating smarter, lifting heavier, and feeling strongerRebuilding confidence and creating your midlife comebackRedefining what it means to thrive in your 40s, 50s, and beyond If you're ready to stop hiding, stop apologizing, and step into a midlife that finally feels like yours… you're exactly where you need to be. Season 2 is officially here — and the rebellion is just getting started.