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A podcast for 40+ year old women who want to get stronger, leaner, and feel amazing—for now and the long run. If you’re ready to take control of your health, feel better in your skin, and thrive through your 40s, 50s and beyond—you're in the right place. Stick around, this one's for you. 💫  Anna & Em xo

  1. FEB 23

    Why Diet Culture and All-or-Nothing Mindset is sabotagingyour fat loss results?

    If you’ve ever felt like you’re either completely “on” with food… or completely off track, this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we unpack the psychology and physiology behind diet culture and that the “all-or-nothing” mindset that so many women hold. We explain why this isn’t a willpower problem or a discipline issue. “All-or-nothing” thinking is a protective nervous system response. And when you understand why it happens, everything starts to make more sense. In this episode we explore: • Why black-and-white thinking is so common in midlife? • How diet culture keeps women stuck in a restriction and binge cycle? • The psychology of scarcity and the “last supper” effect; • Why labelling foods as “good” and “bad” increases cravings? • The link between stress, sleep, hormones and food behaviour; • Why overeating is often about unmet needs, not lack of control? • What “regulation before reduction” actually means? • Why sustainable fat loss requires a multi-dimensional approach? • How to move toward calm, confident food freedom. We also share what we consistently see inside our client work: when women stop tightening food rules and instead focus on stabilising meals, improving sleep, managing stress and supporting their nervous system, the swing between extremes softens naturally. You’ll finish this episode with an understanding of how decades of programming by the diet industry has set us up for failure and unrealistic expectations and measures of success.  Let’s flip the script today by blending physiology, mindset, nutrition and real-life strategy so results actually stick.   Resources & Links For information on our brand new program LEANER - our a 3-week, metabolism-first nutrition reset designed specifically for women in their 40s and beyond who want sustainable fat loss, without dieting, restriction or burning themselves out. Check it out HERE.If you want to know how to Master your Metabolism after 40, grab our guide HERE.Grab our INSULIN cheat sheet - How to Manage your Blood Sugar Levels for metabolic health, fat loss & energy after 40 HERE. SSH Protein Guide -  Download it HEREGrab out popular SSH supplements - creatine, collagen and plant based protein powder HEREFollow us on IG @soulsisterhealthSSH Coaching - DM the word “THRIVE” to us on IG @soulsisterhealth.Want to know more?  If you enjoyed today's episode, please + FOLLOW and share with someone you think might enjoy it.   We are brand new to this podcast game and your FOLLOW and SHARE helps us enormously in getting the word out there to more women!  Tag us @soulsisterhealth on IG when you’re tuning in—we LOVE seeing where you listen from! Anna + Em xo

    28 min

  2. FEB 9

    Identity: Why Who You’re Becoming Matters More Than What You’re Doing?

    Welcome to our first episode of 2026 🎉 In this episode of Soul Sister Health Talks, Anna & Em kick off the new year by diving into one of the most overlooked — yet most powerful — pieces of sustainable health and behaviour change: identity. If you’ve ever felt like you know what to do but just can’t seem to stay consistent… if you’ve tried willpower, discipline and motivation only to end up back where you started… this episode is for you. Because the truth is — lasting change doesn’t come from doing more.  It comes from becoming someone new. In today's episode, we unpack why who you believe you are matters more than what you’re trying to do — especially for women over 40 navigating changing hormones, energy, stress and lifestyle demands. ✨ In this episode, we cover: Why willpower-based habits usually fail (and why it’s not your fault)?How identity — not motivation — drives your daily choices?Why “trying harder” stops working after 40?The difference between pressure-based habits vs self-respect–based habits?How outdated beliefs like “it has to be all or nothing” keep you stuck?Why your future self is the key to sustainable change?How identity acts as the bridge between where you are now and where you want to be?What it means to “cast votes” for the woman you’re becoming?Why consistency becomes easier when habits align with identity?A simple daily question that helps you pause, choose intentionally, and stay aligned.This identity-first approach is exactly how we coach our women — blending physiology, mindset, nutrition and real-life strategy so results actually stick. Resources & Links If you want to know how to Master your Metabolism after 40, grab our guide HERE.Grab our INSULIN cheat sheet - How to Manage your Blood Sugar Levels for metabolic health, fat loss & energy after 40 HERE. SSH Protein Guide -  Download it HEREGrab out popular SSH plant based protein powder HEREFollow us on IG @soulsisterhealthSSH Coaching - DM the word “THRIVE” to us on IG @soulsisterhealth.Want to know more?  If you enjoyed today's episode, please FOLLOW and share with someone you think might enjoy it.   We are brand new to this podcast game and your FOLLOW and SHARE helps us enormously in getting the word out there to more women!  Tag us @soulsisterhealth on IG when you’re tuning in—we LOVE seeing where you listen from! Anna + Em xo

    25 min

  3. 12/10/2025

    Finishing the year ahead of the game (not two steps behind).

    If you’re heading toward the end of the year feeling tired, scattered or like you’re already “behind”… this episode is for you. Most of us hit January feeling flat, exhausted, unmotivated and overwhelmed. But it doesn’t have to be that way. In this conversation, Anna & Em break down: ✨ Why women over 40 feel so depleted by December? ✨ What truly creates momentum before January? ✨ The simple foundations that keep you steady and in control; ✨ How to support your body during a chaotic season (without dieting, burnout or perfection)? You’ll learn how to finish the year feeling calm, capable and already in motion — instead of trying to rebuild yourself from scratch on January 1. If you want 2026 to feel different, this is where it starts. Tune in if you want to: Stop the "all-or-nothing" spiral;Protect your energy and hormones;Make real progress without burning out;Begin the new year feeling ahead, not behind.This episode is your gentle but powerful reminder that you don’t need a “new year”… you just need to maintain momentum. Resources & Links If you want to know how to Master your Metabolism after 40, grab our guide HERE.Grab our INSULIN cheat sheet - How to Manage your Blood Sugar Levels for metabolic health, fat loss & energy after 40 HERE. SSH Protein Guide -  Download it HEREGrab out popular SSH plant based protein powder HEREFollow us on IG @soulsisterhealthSSH Coaching - DM the word “THRIVE” to us on IG @soulsisterhealth.Want to know more?  If you enjoyed today's episode, please FOLLOW and share with someone you think might enjoy it.   We are brand new to this podcast game and your FOLLOW and SHARE helps us enormously in getting the word out there to more women!  Tag us @soulsisterhealth on IG when you’re tuning in—we LOVE seeing where you listen from! Anna + Em xo

    15 min

  4. 11/23/2025

    Surviving the Silly Season - Part 2: Nutrition without Feeling Like You're Missing Out!

    Surviving the Silly Season — Part 2: Nutrition Without Feeling like You're Missing Out How do you keep your nutrition supportive without feeling like you’re missing out — and without derailing all the progress you’ve worked so hard for all year? In this episode, Anna and Em break down practical, realistic and simple nutrition strategies to support your body through the Silly Season without restriction, guilt, punishment, or the all-or-nothing mentality that so many women default to in December. This is not about shrinking, depriving or white-knuckling your way through Christmas lunches and end-of-year celebrations. It’s about choosing support over control so you can enjoy the season fully and still feel strong, calm and confident in January. Inside today’s conversation, they explore: ✨Why “saving up calories” always backfires (and what to do instead)? ✨How to build supportive meals that stabilise hunger, reduce cravings & keep energy high? ✨The One-Plate Method for events, BBQs and social gatherings (simple and powerful); ✨Why prioritising protein & colour changes everything? ✨Hydration strategies that protect sleep, energy & recovery — especially with alcohol; ✨How to enjoy food mindfully without guilt, restriction or rebound overeating? ✨Choosing supportive decisions based on how you want to feel. You’ll finish this episode with simple, sustainable nutrition anchors that keep you grounded, nourished and confident — not overwhelmed or defeated. Resources & Links If you want to know how to Master your Metabolism after 40, grab our guide HERE.Grab our INSULIN cheat sheet - How to Manage your Blood Sugar Levels for metabolic health, fat loss & energy after 40 HERE. SSH Protein Guide -  Download it HEREGrab out popular SSH plant based protein powder HEREFollow us on IG @soulsisterhealthSSH Coaching - DM the word “THRIVE” to us on IG @soulsisterhealth.Want to know more?  If you enjoyed today's episode, please FOLLOW and share with someone you think might enjoy it.   We are brand new to this podcast game and your FOLLOW and SHARE helps us enormously in getting the word out there to more women!  Tag us @soulsisterhealth on IG when you’re tuning in—we LOVE seeing where you listen from! Anna + Em xo

    22 min

  5. 11/16/2025

    Surviving the silly season: Part 1

    Feeling overwhelmed, stretched or thrown off your rhythm as the end of the year approaches? You’re not alone — and there is something that you can do about it. In this episode, Anna and Em unpack why the Silly Season can hit harder for women, what’s really going on behind the scenes physically and emotionally, and how to support yourself without perfection, pressure or guilt. This isn’t about “staying on track” or white-knuckling through November and December.  This is about replacing control with support so you can enjoy the season and still feel good in your body. They dive into: ✨ The emotional and mental load women carry during November/December (and how it affects sleep, cravings, stress and energy);  ✨ What typically throws routines off — and why so many women feel like they’re either pushing through or giving up completely;  ✨ The powerful mindset reframe that changes everything:  “How can I support myself to feel good?”  ✨ The foundations of movement, mindset and recovery that keep you grounded, steady and energised — without perfection;  ✨ Creating your own plan so you walk into January feeling calm, confident and strong. If you’re tired of limping into Christmas feeling depleted, frustrated, or like you’re back at square one — this episode is your permission slip to do it differently. You don’t need to control the season. You just need to support yourself through it.  Resources & Links If you want to know how to Master your Metabolism after 40, grab our guide HERE.Grab our INSULIN cheat sheet - How to Manage your Blood Sugar Levels for metabolic health, fat loss & energy after 40 HERE. SSH Protein Guide -  Download it HEREGrab out popular SSH plant based protein powder HEREFollow us on IG @soulsisterhealthSSH Coaching - DM the word “THRIVE” to us on IG @soulsisterhealth.Want to know more?  If you enjoyed today's episode, please FOLLOW and share with someone you think might enjoy it.   We are brand new to this podcast game and your FOLLOW and SHARE helps us enormously in getting the word out there to more women!  Tag us @soulsisterhealth on IG when you’re tuning in—we LOVE seeing where you listen from! Anna + Em xo

    15 min

  6. 11/02/2025

    Why Sleep Is Your Secret Weapon to Fat Loss, Lean Muscle & More Energy

    Want to lose fat, build lean muscle and finally have more energy after 40? It all starts with your sleep. In this episode, Anna and Em unpack why sleep is your most underrated fat-loss and recovery tool — especially in perimenopause. You can have the perfect workout and nutrition plan, but if your sleep is off, your body will fight you every step of the way. They dive into: Why sleep disruption is common in your 40s (and how hormones play a major role);How poor sleep drives cravings, fat storage, and slows muscle recovery;The link between sleep, brain health, memory and cognition;Practical strategies to sleep deeper, recover faster, and wake up with more energy and why it's important.And if you’re ready to hit reset — we’ve got you covered. Resources & Links Join us in our BRAND NEW 21 Day reset which is built around helping you reset your habits, boost your energy, reclaim your rhythm and start to feel like you again. It’s about creating energy, balancing hormones, and learning to set yourself up for this stage of life.  We kick off on Monday 10 November. Check out all the details HERE.If you want to know how to Master your Metabolism after 40, grab our guide HERE.Grab our INSULIN cheat sheet - How to Manage your Blood Sugar Levels for metabolic health, fat loss & energy after 40 HERE. SSH Protein Guide -  Download it HEREGrab out popular SSH plant based protein powder HEREFollow us on IG @soulsisterhealthSSH Coaching - DM the word “THRIVE” to us on IG @soulsisterhealth.Want to know more?  If you enjoyed today's episode, please FOLLOW and share with someone you think might enjoy it.   We are brand new to this podcast game and your FOLLOW and SHARE helps us enormously in getting the word out there to more women!  Tag us @soulsisterhealth on IG when you’re tuning in—we LOVE seeing where you listen from! Anna + Em xo

    26 min

  7. 10/21/2025

    From prolapse to powerlifting (and everything in between): Em's personal story

    In today’s episode, Em opens up about her journey — from postnatal prolapse to becoming a passionate educator, coach, and yes, powerlifter-in-the-making 💪🏼 It’s a real, raw and empowering conversation about what happens when you push too hard, too soon after having babies, and how the “bounce back” culture leaves women unsupported and uninformed. Em shares how her postnatal experience was the wake-up call that changed everything — not just for her, but for her career and the advent of Soul Sister Health.  Together, Anna and Em unpack the physical and emotional toll of rushing recovery, how postnatal and perimenopause often collide, and why so many women hit their 40s feeling exhausted, inflamed, and out of sync with their bodies. But this isn’t a doom-and-gloom chat — it’s about empowerment, education, and possibility. Wherever you are on your journey — whether your “babies” are teenagers or you’re deep in perimenopause — there’s so much you can do to feel strong, energised, and confident again. You’ll learn:  ✨ Why slowing down was the game-changer in Em’s recovery  ✨ How the postnatal years impact your hormones, metabolism, and pelvic floor long-term  ✨ Why “what used to work” no longer does — and how to shift your approach  ✨ The fundamentals of rebuilding your body from the inside out  ✨ Simple, sustainable steps you can take today to support your body, hormones, and energy And if you’re ready to hit reset — we’ve got you covered. Resources & Links Join us in our BRAND NEW 21 Day reset which is built around helping you reset your habits, boost your energy, reclaim your rhythm and start to feel like you again. It’s about creating energy, balancing hormones, and learning to set yourself up for this stage of life.  We kick off on Monday 10 November. Get in early and get $10 off using the code RESET10OFF. Check out all the details HERE.If you want to know how to Master your Metabolism after 40, grab our guide HERE.Grab our INSULIN cheat sheet - How to Manage your Blood Sugar Levels for metabolic health, fat loss & energy after 40 HERE. SSH Protein Guide -  Download it HEREGrab out popular SSH plant based protein powder HEREFollow us on IG @soulsisterhealthSSH Coaching - DM the word “THRIVE” to us on IG @soulsisterhealth.Want to know more?  If you enjoyed today's episode, please FOLLOW and share with someone you think might enjoy it.   We are newbies to this podcast game and your FOLLOW and SHARE helps us enormously in getting the word out there to more women!  Tag us @soulsisterhealth on IG when you’re tuning in—we LOVE seeing where you listen from! Anna + Em xo

    25 min

  8. 09/28/2025

    SPECIAL INVITATION: The last 90 days of 2025!

    As September closes out and we enter the final three months of 2025, we have a very special invitation for you... to lean into the last 90 days and finish 2025 even stronger, more vibrant and in better health, than you are today!  If you are keen to step into your best self so that on Jan 1, 2026, you are kicking off the year feeling amazing - sign up to join us now in our Last 90 Days campaign! Join our mail list to receive weekly emails so that we can hold each other accountable and make the very best of the final quarter of the year. Anna & Em xo   Join our mail list HERE. Follow us on IG HERE.  Keen for a 7 Day Reset to kickstart your health journey?  Find out more HERE.

    4 min
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A podcast for 40+ year old women who want to get stronger, leaner, and feel amazing—for now and the long run. If you’re ready to take control of your health, feel better in your skin, and thrive through your 40s, 50s and beyond—you're in the right place. Stick around, this one's for you. 💫  Anna & Em xo

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  • Creator
    Anna + Em
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    19
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Soul Sister Health Talks....
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