115 episodes
Asking for a Friend - Health, Fitness & Personal Growth Tips for Women in Midlife Michele Henning Folan
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5.0 • 70 Ratings
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Interested in making your midlife years amazing but not feeling your best and that perhaps, menopause has not been necessarily kind? Do you want to get focused on setting realistic fitness goals, refining your nutrition, and improving your overall physical and mental well-being, but don't know where to start?Asking for a Friend is a midlife podcast that gets your health, wellness, and fitness questions answered by experts in their fields and features women just like you, who are stepping out to make their lives and the lives of others more fulfilled. Host Michele Folan is a 26-year veteran of the health industry, coach, mom, wife, and self-professed life-long learner, who wants you to feel encouraged to be all you were meant to be. How do you want the next 20+ years to look? What do you control? Aren't you worth it? Tune in to celebrate this time of our lives with honesty, wisdom, and humor, because no one said we have to go quietly into this chapter.Michele Folan is a certified nutrition coach with the FASTer Way program. If you would like to work with her to help you reach your health and fitness goals, sign up here:https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/?aid=MicheleFolanIf you have questions about her coaching program, you can email her at mfolanfasterway@gmail.comFollow us on Facebook at @Asking for a Friend Pod and on Instagram @askingforafriend_pod. https://www.youtube.com/@askingforafriend_pod/featuredThis podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing, or other professional healthcare services, including the giving of medical advice. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions.
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Ep.114 Building Resilience and Community in Dementia Caregiving with Diane Chew
Some of us have already been thrust into the role of caregiver. For many, this has meant the loving call to duty as our parents have aged or have had failing health. No one prepares you for the emotional and physical toll of, not only caring for the loved one, but also the added stress of the daily responsibilities we already had on our plates. But what if the person in our care is our spouse or partner? We may not have the luxury of a team of siblings to act as backup. There's much to learn ...
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Ep.113 Hormone Therapy and Weight Loss: Transformative Health Strategies for Midlife with Dr. Nicole Lovat
In this episode, we are excited to welcome back Dr. Nicole Lovat, a specialist in women's health and hormone therapy. Dr. Lovat opens up about her career transition from primary care to hormone therapy and shares the latest advancements in hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and weight loss, offering invaluable insights for anyone facing midlife health challenges.Discover the profound benefits of hormone replacement therapy for women going through perimenopause and menopause. From understanding...
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Ep.112 Harnessing Mindset and Gratitude for Health and Body Transformation with Trish - This Phoenix Rising
Can a shift in mindset revolutionize your health and wellness? Join us in this compelling episode as we explore the journey of a remarkable woman like Trish, known as This Phoenix Rising on social media. We uncover the undeniable power of mindset in achieving health goals without resorting to extreme measures. Trish shares the incredible impact a serious illness in March 2020 had on her life, driving her to make significant health improvements driven largely by a change in mindset.Discover th...
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Ep.111 Achieving Sobriety and Midlife Authenticity: A Quest for Holistic Healing with Heather Lowe
Dry January, Dry July, Sober October, or a Tuesday... there never seems to be an ideal time to try white-knuckling it through 30 days of no alcohol. It is always the wedding, family reunion, vacation, or birthday that stands in the way of completing this sometimes daunting task. But what might you gain from giving your body and mind a break from drinking? Are you concerned that you might find you like life better and feel great without it? Many of my guests on the podcast are women, just...
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Ep.110 Sustainable Health, Fitness & Nutritional Strategies with Sarah Bradley
Ready to transform your midlife health and fitness journey? Join us as we explore the incredible transformation of Sarah Bradley, a certified integrative nutrition health coach and Faster Way coach. Sarah shares her compelling story of transitioning from a finance career to her current passion, emphasizing the importance of sustainable fitness and nutrition plans for women in their 40s and beyond. You’ll be inspired by her personal experiences and practical advice on maintaining weight loss t...
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Ep.109 Transforming Pain into Purpose: Embracing Gratitude and Growth After Loss with Maura Mitchell
Life is precious, and when we are thrown into the depths of despair after the loss of a loved one, you may never feel like you get to the other side, where every day doesn't make you wonder when the grip of sorrow will release its hold. Slowly, we gain the strength to begin to piece together what is to be. There is a saying, "Sometimes what breaks us recreates us." How do you find the strength to move forward after an unimaginable loss? Our guest, Maura Mitchell, opens up about her journ...
Customer Reviews
A Must-Listen for Midlife Women
Asking for a Friend" is a gem of a podcast for midlife women. With Michelle’s sharp intellect and exceptional interviewing skills, she delivers compelling and informative episodes.
Each conversation feels like a heart-to-heart chat with a trusted friend, covering a wide range of topics relevant to midlife. Michelle and her guests offer diverse perspectives and invaluable wisdom.
Fabulous podcast!
Michele is truly a gifted podcaster! Her kindness, candor, curiosity and desire to share meaningful information and stories with her listeners is evident in all she does. She has a way of shining a light on the essence of our shared experiences and making you feel seen and heard. We all want the friend who isn’t afraid to ask the sometimes tough questions and get to the substance. I had the privilege of being a guest and was so flattered and honored to share my story. Thank you, Michele!!
She found her Way
Michele has a gift. She is full of light and it comes across in her voice I was interviewed on this podcast and she is down to watch and she really puts you at ease .
I love the fast she is trying to give midlife women hope and strategies to help thrive through this better side of life. It’s all right online with my passion of helping women become the healthiest, happiest version of themselves!
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