Midlife Magic

Michelle Bazinet

Midlife Magic is the go-to podcast for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and the powerful transition of midlife. Hosted by Certified Menopause Coaching Specialist and Health Coach Michelle Bazinet, each episode offers real talk, expert insights, and sustainable strategies for thriving in your body—not fighting it. From hormone health and weight management to mindset, strength training, and aging with confidence, Michelle brings encouragement, education, and a touch of tough love to help you reclaim your energy, rebuild trust with your body, and create lasting change. This is your time—and it gets to feel good.

  1. FEB 9

    5 Mistakes You Might Be Making on Your Health & Fitness Journey

    Send a text Most women aren’t failing at their health goals — they’re just operating with incomplete (and often misleading) information. In this episode, I break down five common mistakes I see over and over again on women’s health and fitness journeys — especially in midlife. Not from a place of blame, but from context. We talk about: Why “doing everything right” still might not lead to progressHow decades of diet culture and conflicting advice created confusionWhy sustainable health isn’t about extremes, deadlines, or restrictionAnd what actually works when you focus on awareness, skills, and consistencyNothing in this episode is flashy or extreme — and that’s the point.  This is about building a health approach that fits your real life and lasts. If you loved today’s conversation, I’d love for you to take the next step with me! You can explore my Midlife Magic Membership at www.michellebazinet.com — it’s where women just like you learn how to thrive in midlife with confidence, strength, and ease. Looking for some "right now" guidance, book your complimentary 30 minute connection session with Michelle. 📲 Come hang out with me on Instagram @michellebazinet_ for daily tips, encouragement, and a behind-the-scenes peek at my world. And if this episode inspired you, it would mean so much if you shared it with a friend and left a rating or review. Your support helps more women find this podcast and feel less alone in their journey.

    31 min
  2. JAN 29

    Slow Growth, Deep Roots: Why Sustainable Health Takes Time

    Send us a text We’ve been taught that health should happen fast — fast results, fast changes, fast proof that we’re “doing it right.” But what if the reason your progress feels slower in midlife isn’t because you’re failing…  What if it’s because you’re finally building something that lasts? In this episode, I explore the idea that slow growth creates deep roots — and why that matters so much for women in midlife. We talk about how diet culture has trained us to chase speed, why that approach rarely sticks, and how shifting your focus to stability, systems, and self-trust leads to sustainable results. If you’ve ever felt like you should be further along by now, this conversation is for you. If you loved today’s conversation, I’d love for you to take the next step with me! You can explore my Midlife Magic Membership at www.michellebazinet.com — it’s where women just like you learn how to thrive in midlife with confidence, strength, and ease. Looking for some "right now" guidance, book your complimentary 30 minute connection session with Michelle. 📲 Come hang out with me on Instagram @michellebazinet_ for daily tips, encouragement, and a behind-the-scenes peek at my world. And if this episode inspired you, it would mean so much if you shared it with a friend and left a rating or review. Your support helps more women find this podcast and feel less alone in their journey.

    5 min
  3. JAN 19

    This Is What I Believe About Health

    Send us a text In this episode, I’m sharing something different. Not a strategy. Not a checklist. Not another “do more” approach to health. This is a spoken manifesto — a clear statement of what I believe about health, especially in midlife. I talk about why: Trying harder isn’t the answerWillpower breaks down when life gets fullWhat used to work often stops working in midlifeConsistency comes from systems, not disciplineExtreme rules lead to burnout, not sustainabilityStrength — physical, mental, and emotional — is foundationalStress, sleep, and emotional load are not side notesYou don’t “fall off” — your system defaultsI introduce the idea of a Health Operating System — and why midlife requires an upgrade, not a reset. This episode is for women who: Know what to do but can’t stay consistent anymoreFeel frustrated or confused by changes in their bodyAre done blaming themselvesWant a calmer, more sustainable way to care for their healthIf health has felt like a constant battle, this episode is an invitation to see it differently — and trust that nothing about you is broken. If you loved today’s conversation, I’d love for you to take the next step with me! You can explore my Midlife Magic Membership at www.michellebazinet.com — it’s where women just like you learn how to thrive in midlife with confidence, strength, and ease. Looking for some "right now" guidance, book your complimentary 30 minute connection session with Michelle. 📲 Come hang out with me on Instagram @michellebazinet_ for daily tips, encouragement, and a behind-the-scenes peek at my world. And if this episode inspired you, it would mean so much if you shared it with a friend and left a rating or review. Your support helps more women find this podcast and feel less alone in their journey.

    3 min
  4. 12/28/2025

    Health That Fits Your Life: Doing Things Differently in 2026

    Send us a text As we head into a new year, it’s easy to feel the pull to “start over” with your health — to try harder, do more, and finally get it right. But what if the reason past attempts haven’t lasted isn’t because you lacked motivation or discipline…  What if it’s because the approach was never designed to fit your real life? In this episode, I invite you to look at health and fitness differently as we move into 2026. We talk about why quick fixes don’t stick, how diet culture has shaped the way we chase results, and what it actually takes to build habits that last — especially in midlife. You’ll be guided through reflection questions to help you: Understand what has and hasn’t worked in the pastClarify what you truly want from your health journeyShift from an “all-or-nothing” mindset to a sustainable approachIdentify simple, realistic next steps you can actually maintainTo support you further, I’ve created a companion workbook called Health That Fits Your Life — a reflection and reset guide designed to help you slow down, simplify, and create a clear path forward for 2026. ✨ You can download the free workbook using the link in the show notes. If you’re ready to stop starting over and start building a version of health that fits your life, this episode is for you. And if you're ready to jump into the Midlife Magic Membership we are happy to have you!  We start on January 12th with enrollment closing on January 11th, 2026. Enroll here.  If you loved today’s conversation, I’d love for you to take the next step with me! You can explore my Midlife Magic Membership at www.michellebazinet.com — it’s where women just like you learn how to thrive in midlife with confidence, strength, and ease. Looking for some "right now" guidance, book your complimentary 30 minute connection session with Michelle. 📲 Come hang out with me on Instagram @michellebazinet_ for daily tips, encouragement, and a behind-the-scenes peek at my world. And if this episode inspired you, it would mean so much if you shared it with a friend and left a rating or review. Your support helps more women find this podcast and feel less alone in their journey.

    9 min
  5. 12/19/2025

    The Midlife Longevity Blueprint

    Send us a text Here’s a podcast-ready description that is clearly grounded in your Midlife Longevity Blueprint presentation and leaves intentional space for the workbook link. This language mirrors the flow and messaging of your slides and call . The Midlife Longevity Blueprint: How to Build a Body That Thrives in Your 40s, 50s & Beyond Midlife is not the beginning of the end — it’s the beginning of what’s next. In this episode, I’m sharing the Midlife Longevity Blueprint, a presentation I originally delivered live to help women understand what’s changing in midlife and how to build a body that supports strength, energy, confidence, and long-term health. We break down why your body feels different in your 40s and 50s, what’s happening with hormones, muscle, metabolism, and stress — and why this isn’t a personal failure, but a signal that your strategy needs to evolve. This episode walks you through the 10 habits that most strongly predict your health, independence, and quality of life over the next 30–40 years, with a clear focus on what matters most now — without overwhelm or perfection. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why midlife is the most important decade for shaping your future healthWhat’s changing in your body (and why it’s not your fault)The 10 longevity habits that create strength, resilience, and vitalityWhy muscle is the #1 predictor of how well you’ll ageHow strength training, protein, fiber, movement, sleep, stress, and mindset work togetherThe biggest mistake women make when trying to “do everything at once”How to get started with one simple, sustainable habitThis conversation is for women who want to feel strong, clear, energized, capable, and confident — and who are ready to stop chasing quick fixes and start building a longevity-focused lifestyle that actually lasts. 📝 Companion Workbook: I’ve created a workbook to help you reflect, create your own Midlife Longevity Vision, and start applying what you learn right away. 👉 [download workbook here] Your midlife years are not a decline. They are your launchpad into decades of vitality. Enroll in the Midlife Magic Membership If you loved today’s conversation, I’d love for you to take the next step with me! You can explore my Midlife Magic Membership at www.michellebazinet.com — it’s where women just like you learn how to thrive in midlife with confidence, strength, and ease. Looking for some "right now" guidance, book your complimentary 30 minute connection session with Michelle. 📲 Come hang out with me on Instagram @michellebazinet_ for daily tips, encouragement, and a behind-the-scenes peek at my world. And if this episode inspired you, it would mean so much if you shared it with a friend and left a rating or review. Your support helps more women find this podcast and feel less alone in their journey.

    59 min
  6. 10/16/2025

    Pelvic Floor, Real Talk: Leaks, Lifts & Life in Midlife with Pelvic Health PT Sandra Ghaly

    Send us a text Urinary leaks, pelvic pain, prolapse, dryness—so many women deal with these silently, assuming they’re “just part of motherhood” or “just menopause.” In this powerful, unfiltered conversation, pelvic health physiotherapist Sandra Ghaly, owner of Makewell Health (Oakville, ON), joins Michelle to explain what the pelvic floor actually is, why it matters in perimenopause and menopause, and how evidence-based care (including pelvic floor physio and, for some, vaginal estrogen) can change your day-to-day life—on runs, in workouts, and in the bedroom. Expect zero shame, loads of clarity, and practical next steps. Timestamps 00:00 – Why this convo matters (and why we don’t talk about it enough)02:00 – Sandra’s story: from patient to pelvic health specialist05:00 – Pelvic floor 101: location, role, and how it ties to low-back/core09:45 – “Common” symptoms in peri/menopause: leaks, urgency, pain, dryness13:20 – What an appointment looks like (consent, comfort, options)15:00 – Prolapse signs you shouldn’t ignore17:30 – Michelle’s candid stories (and why sharing them helps us all)19:30 – Vaginal estrogen & why tissues feel “plumper”/more comfortable22:30 – If estrogen isn’t an option: evidence-based non-hormonal supports25:30 – Kegels aren’t the whole plan: hips, deep core, breath, strength28:30 – Cost/time concerns, devices, and making progress at homeIf you loved today’s conversation, I’d love for you to take the next step with me! You can explore my Midlife Magic Membership at www.michellebazinet.com — it’s where women just like you learn how to thrive in midlife with confidence, strength, and ease. Looking for some "right now" guidance, book your complimentary 30 minute connection session with Michelle. 📲 Come hang out with me on Instagram @michellebazinet_ for daily tips, encouragement, and a behind-the-scenes peek at my world. And if this episode inspired you, it would mean so much if you shared it with a friend and left a rating or review. Your support helps more women find this podcast and feel less alone in their journey.

    35 min
  7. 10/01/2025

    Dancing in the Grey: Letting Go of All-or-Nothing

    Send us a text In this 7-minute solo episode, Michelle unpacks one of the biggest roadblocks she sees: the “all-or-nothing” mindset. Instead of treating a PDF plan like a pass/fail test, she shows how to “dance in the grey” with flexible tools—Daily Minimums, Good/Better/Best tiers, simple If-Then pivots, and the 3 Ms (Move, Meal, Mindset)—so progress keeps moving even on messy days. You’ll leave with a permission slip to do your best today… knowing your best will look different tomorrow. What You’ll Learn Why rigid, pass/fail plans stall progressHow to set Daily Minimums (a tiny “floor” for tough days)The Good/Better/Best framework to keep momentumQuick If-Then pivots when life derails your scheduleThe 3 Ms that anchor your day: Move, Meal, MindsetTimestamps 00:00 Intro: the perfection trap00:40 The roadblock: “If it’s not perfect, why bother?”01:20 Michelle’s turning point02:05 Why all-or-nothing fails you02:45 Reframe: plans are menus, not mandates03:10 The Dance in the Grey method (Daily Minimums, G/B/B, If-Then, 3 Ms)05:00 Real-life examples05:45 One-sentence mindset shift06:00 Closing + inviteTry This Week Set your Daily Floor for movement, protein, and mindset.Define Good/Better/Best for one habit you care about.Write your Permission Slip: “I am allowed to make progress imperfectly.”Quote to Remember “Your plan is a tool, not a test.” If you loved today’s conversation, I’d love for you to take the next step with me! You can explore my Midlife Magic Membership at www.michellebazinet.com — it’s where women just like you learn how to thrive in midlife with confidence, strength, and ease. Looking for some "right now" guidance, book your complimentary 30 minute connection session with Michelle. 📲 Come hang out with me on Instagram @michellebazinet_ for daily tips, encouragement, and a behind-the-scenes peek at my world. And if this episode inspired you, it would mean so much if you shared it with a friend and left a rating or review. Your support helps more women find this podcast and feel less alone in their journey.

    5 min

About

Midlife Magic is the go-to podcast for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, and the powerful transition of midlife. Hosted by Certified Menopause Coaching Specialist and Health Coach Michelle Bazinet, each episode offers real talk, expert insights, and sustainable strategies for thriving in your body—not fighting it. From hormone health and weight management to mindset, strength training, and aging with confidence, Michelle brings encouragement, education, and a touch of tough love to help you reclaim your energy, rebuild trust with your body, and create lasting change. This is your time—and it gets to feel good.