Flipping 50 the Stronger Way

Debra Atkinson
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The podcast for women in menopause and beyond who want to change the way they age. Fitness, wellness, and health science put into practical tips you can use today. You still got it, girl!

  1. 1d ago

    What Actually Changes for Strength Training After Menopause

    This episode is sponsored by Holistic Goddess. Holistic Goddess - Go to https://holisticgoddess.com and use code FLIPPING50 for free shipping. Connect with Flipping 50: Facebook Group - Flipping50 Insiders Instagram - @Flipping50TV YouTube - @Flipping50TV More Episodes - Flipping 50 The Stronger Way Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Menopause Fitness Researchers: Who to Follow and Why Next Episode - Healthy Aging And The Role Your Mindset Plays In Staying Young This is Part 4 of the Resistance Training in Menopause series.Here are the other series you can listen to: Part 1 - Strength Training After 50: Where Do I Even Start? Part 2 - You're Already Lifting — So Why Isn't It Working? Part 3 - The Perimenopause Rules Nobody Told You About Resistance Training Resources: Book an Ultimate Assessment with Debra! Get your HALO Method and Longevity Strategy at $497, instead of $997 rate. Together, you formulate the actual plan that will work for you! Get your lean, clean Flipping 50 Protein Powders to maintain muscle and support metabolism. Use Flipping 50 Strong Aging Index to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes.  Strength training after menopause isn’t about doing more—it’s about knowing what your changing body actually needs.  From training volume and recovery to protein and progression, the rules may need a midlife update.  The good news? You don’t need to live in the gym or train harder every day to build strength, muscle, and confidence.  Discover what really changes—and what doesn’t—with strength training after menopause. If this episode made you flip your workout routine — share it! 👉 Post to your stories, tag @Flipping50TV in Instagram and share the episode to your best friend. 👉 Meet other women, who are done with outdated fitness advice, at Flipping50 Facebook Group. 👉 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you’re ready to flip the script on Flipping 50 The Stronger Way.

  2. 4d ago

    Menopause Fitness Researchers: Who to Follow and Why

    This episode is sponsored by Alloy and Aqua Tru Shower. Alloy - Your sex life doesn't have to change just because your hormones did. Visit https://myalloy.com and use code FLIPPING50 for $20 off your first order! AquaTru Shower - Unlock your hair & skin’s true potential with 20% Off AquaTru Shower using promo code SHFLIPPING50 at https://aquatrushower.com . It comes with a 30-day money back guarantee. Connect with Flipping 50: Facebook Group - Flipping50 Insiders Instagram - @Flipping50TV YouTube - @Flipping50TV More Episodes - Flipping 50 The Stronger Way Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - The Perimenopause Rules Nobody Told You About Resistance Training Next Episode - What Actually Changes for Strength Training After Menopause More Like This - The Bible for Exercise Guidelines Update: Here’s What It Means Resources: Book an Ultimate Assessment with Debra! Get your HALO Method and Longevity Strategy at $497, instead of $997 rate. Together, you formulate the actual plan that will work for you! Get your lean, clean Flipping 50 Protein Powders to maintain muscle and support metabolism. Use Flipping 50 Strong Aging Index to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes.  Menopause fitness researchers can help you separate the science from the endless stream of fitness advice aimed at women in midlife.  But here’s the catch: even highly respected researchers don’t always agree, and that doesn’t necessarily mean someone is wrong.  In this episode, you’ll meet several leading voices, learn where their research overlaps and differs, and get a better filter for deciding what deserves your attention. The goal isn’t to blindly follow an expert—it’s to become a smarter consumer of fitness information.  By the end, you’ll know exactly how to use menopause fitness researchers as a guide without letting another expert—or another viral post—do your thinking for you. If this episode made you flip your workout routine — share it! 👉 Post to your stories, tag @Flipping50TV in Instagram and share the episode to your best friend. 👉 Meet other women, who are done with outdated fitness advice, at Flipping50 Facebook Group. 👉 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you’re ready to flip the script on Flipping 50 The Stronger Way.

  3. Aug 21

    The Perimenopause Rules Nobody Told You About Resistance Training

    This episode is sponsored by Primeadine and BEAM Minerals. Primeadine by Oxford Healthspan supports your body to age well and feel yourself again through cellular renewal. Use the link or code FLIPPING20 for 20% on your first order! BEAM Minerals - Get 20% off your first order at https://beamminerals.com/FLIPPING50 with code FLIPPING50. Connect with Flipping 50: Facebook Group - Flipping50 Insiders Instagram - @Flipping50TV YouTube - @Flipping50TV More Episodes - Flipping 50 The Stronger Way Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Building Muscle and Losing Fat in Menopause and Beyond More Like This: Resistance Training in Menopause Part 1 - Strength Training After 50: Where Do I Even Start? Resistance Training in Menopause Part 2 - You're Already Lifting — So Why Isn't It Working? Resources: Book an Ultimate Assessment with Debra! Get your HALO Method and Longevity Strategy at $497, instead of $997 rate. Together, you formulate the actual plan that will work for you! Get your lean, clean Flipping 50 Protein Powders to maintain muscle and support metabolism. Use Flipping 50 Strong Aging Index to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes. These are the perimenopause rules nobody told you—and they might be exactly what your workouts have been missing. The key isn't automatically doing more. It's learning how to adjust training based on recovery, effort, experience, nutrition, and your changing physiology.  The episode outlines five perimenopause rules nobody told you and explains why flexibility may matter more than following a rigid workout formula. If this episode made you flip your workout routine — share it! 👉 Post to your stories, tag @Flipping50TV in Instagram and share the episode to your best friend. 👉 Meet other women, who are done with outdated fitness advice, at Flipping50 Facebook Group. 👉 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you’re ready to flip the script on Flipping 50 The Stronger Way.

  4. Aug 18

    Building Muscle and Losing Fat in Menopause and Beyond

    This episode is sponsored by AirDoctor. AirDoctor - Head to https://AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code FLIPPING50 and get up to $300 off ANY of their select AirDoctor models, plus you will get a 3-year warranty, absolutely FREE! All AirDoctor air purifiers come with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - You're Already Lifting — So Why Isn't It Working? Next Episode - The Perimenopause Rules Nobody Told You About Resistance Training More Like This: Who's Really Fighting for You? How to Sort the Noise in Women's Fitness What I Would Do to Boost Fat Burning Over 40, 50 or 60 (I’m 62) Resources: Not sure you’re doing what is best for you right now? Get a 90-Minute Ultimate Consultation with Debra. Together, you formulate the actual plan that will work for you!  Use Flipping 50 Strong Aging Index to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes. If you still want to target both building muscle and losing fat in menopause stay with me! Know how to work with protein, calorie restriction, sleep, exercise, and hormone therapy. You’ll hear why eating more protein could help you get more from your training, why perpetual dieting may not be the answer, and why sleep deserves a much bigger seat at the table.  Be ready to stop fighting your body and start working with it, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on building muscle and losing fat in menopause. My Guest: Dr. Bill Campbell is a Professor and Director of the Performance & Physique Enhancement Laboratory at the University of South Florida. His research focuses on improving exercise performance and physique enhancement within a maintainable lifestyle. His pioneering research includes dietary protein intakes to optimize body composition, rapid fat loss strategies, and weight loss resistance in women going through the menopause transition. His research laboratory recently completed the largest menopause fitness survey ever conducted. Questions We Answer in This Episode: Why can weight loss become harder during menopause, even when you’re doing the same things that worked before? What does the research actually show about protein and body composition, especially muscle gain and fat loss? How much protein is enough, and is there a point where more protein stops providing additional muscle-building benefits? Could years of calorie restriction and perpetual dieting make fat loss harder in midlife? Can sleep affect the ability to build muscle and lose body fat during menopause? Does hormone therapy directly affect muscle and fat loss, or does it help in other ways? If you’re overwhelmed by all the menopause fitness advice, what three things should you focus on first? If this episode made you flip your workout routine — share it! 👉 Post to your stories, tag @Flipping50TV in Instagram and share the episode to your best friend. 👉 Meet other women, who are done with outdated fitness advice, at Flipping50 Facebook Group. 👉 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you’re ready to flip the script on Flipping 50 The Stronger Way.

  5. Aug 14

    You're Already Lifting — So Why Isn't It Working?

    This episode is sponsored by Alloy. Alloy - Spoiler: you can feel amazing in menopause. Visit https://myalloy.com and use code FLIPPING50 for $20 off your first order! Connect with Flipping 50: Facebook Group - Flipping50 Insiders Instagram - @Flipping50TV YouTube - @Flipping50TV More Episodes - Flipping 50 The Stronger Way Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Resistance Training If You’re a Beginner vs If You’re Experienced More Like This: The Bible for Exercise Guidelines Update: Here’s What It Means Who's Really Fighting for You? How to Sort the Noise in Women's Fitness Why Doing More Exercise Can Backfire After 50 Resources: Book an Ultimate Assessment with Debra! Get your HALO Method and Longevity Strategy at $497, instead of $997 rate. Together, you formulate the actual plan that will work for you! Get your lean, clean Flipping 50 Protein Powders to maintain muscle and support metabolism. Use Flipping 50 Scorecard & Guide to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes. Why isn’t it working when you’re putting in the time, doing the workouts, and still not seeing the results you want?  If you’re already lifting but your strength, muscle, or body composition has hit a frustrating plateau, your training may need a smarter strategy.  After 40, effort, volume, progressive overload, training close to failure, and recovery become even more important to getting results from your workouts. Take a closer look at what experienced lifters may be missing. If you’ve been wondering why isn’t it working, it may be time to change how you train. Resistance training for advanced lifters requires a different strategy. If this episode made you flip your workout routine — share it! 👉 Post to your stories, tag @Flipping50TV in Instagram and share the episode to your best friend. 👉 Meet other women, who are done with outdated fitness advice, at Flipping50 Facebook Group. 👉 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you’re ready to flip the script on Flipping 50 The Stronger Way.

  6. Aug 11

    Strength Training After 50: Where Do I Even Start?

    This episode is sponsored by Flipping 50 Menopause Fitness Specialist. Flipping 50 Menopause Fitness Specialist.- Become a health & fitness coach who finally speaks midlife women’s language. Learn how to design workouts that balance hormones that actually get results for women in menopause. Connect with Flipping 50: Facebook Group - Flipping50 Insiders Instagram - @Flipping50TV YouTube - @Flipping50TV More Episodes - Flipping 50 The Stronger Way Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Who's Really Fighting for You? How to Sort the Noise in Women's Fitness More Like This: The Bible for Exercise Guidelines Update: Here’s What It Means Muscle Building Vs Muscle Loss With Various Diets And Or Protein Amounts Resources: Book an Ultimate Assessment with Debra! Get your HALO Method and Longevity Strategy at $497, instead of $997 rate. Together, you formulate the actual plan that will work for you! Use Flipping 50 Scorecard & Guide to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes. Where do I even start when I want to get stronger but have no idea what to do first?  What’s the difference between resistance training if you’re a beginner (or starting again) vs you’re an experienced lifter?  Resistance training for a beginner doesn’t have to mean sore muscles, heavy weights, or wondering if you’re doing it “right.” In fact, the smartest way to get stronger may be to slow down and learn the movement before you ever load it up.’ Let me know you’re listening.. or ask me “Where do I even start?” Send me a DM on Instagram, maybe you prefer Facebook, join the Flipping 50 Insider Community Facebook Group, or if you’re one of our VIP members you can use your group inside Flipping 50: The Stronger Way app on Apple or Android. If this episode made you flip your workout routine — share it! 👉 Post to your stories, tag @Flipping50TV in Instagram and share the episode to your best friend. 👉 Meet other women, who are done with outdated fitness advice, at Flipping50 Facebook Group. 👉 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you’re ready to flip the script on Flipping 50 The Stronger Way.

  7. Aug 7

    Who's Really Fighting for You? How to Sort the Noise in Women's Fitness

    The noise in women's fitness has never been louder—and if you're wondering who to trust, you're not alone.  Every scroll seems to deliver a new expert, a new rule, or a new warning that contradicts the last one, leaving many women feeling more confused than confident.  Let’s cut through the hype to help you understand why these conflicting messages exist and how to evaluate them without getting pulled into the latest trend. You'll learn a practical way to separate evidence from opinion so you can make informed decisions that actually support your health, strength, and longevity.  Instead of adding to the noise in women's fitness, this conversation gives you the clarity and confidence to focus on what truly matters If this episode made you flip your workout routine — share it! 👉 Post to your stories, tag @Flipping50TV in Instagram and share the episode to your best friend. 👉 Meet other women, who are done with outdated fitness advice, at Flipping50 Facebook Group. 👉 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you’re ready to flip the script on Flipping 50 The Stronger Way. Connect with Flipping 50: Facebook Group - Flipping50 Insiders Instagram - @Flipping50TV YouTube - @Flipping50TV More Episodes - Flipping 50 The Stronger Way Voices Discussed in this Episode: Dr. Stuart Phillips & Dr. Martin Gibala — Exercise Science podcast (McMaster University) Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple — drlaurencs.com | @drlaurencs | MASS Research Review Dr. Abbie Smith-Ryan — UNC Chapel Hill, Exercise and Sport Science Dr. Jessica Knurick — @drjessicaknurick | jessicaknurick.com Dr. Stacy Sims — drstacysims.com | ROAR (book) Dr. Gabrielle Lyon — drgabriellelyon.com | Forever Strong (book) Alisa Vitti — floliving.com | WomanCode (book) Dr. Mark Hyman — drhyman.com References: Journal of Applied Physiology. 2016, PMID: 27174923. Journal of Applied Physiology. 2025, PMID: 40013418. Journal of Human Kinetics. 2020, PMID: 33312275. Frontiers in Physiology. 2017, PMID: 28611677. Lipids in Health and Disease. 2024, PMID: 39267068. Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. 2012, PMID: 22889633. Episodes Mentioned: Dr. Stuart Phillips on Optimal Protein Podcast with Vanessa Spina (2025) Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple on Movement Logic Podcast with Dr. Sarah Court (2025) Dr. Martin Gibala on  The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show (2023) Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Why Doing More Exercise Can Backfire After 50 More Like This: This Will Blow Your Mind About Aging - in a Good Way! How I Change Exercise for Adrenal Fatigue (women over 40) What I Would Do to Boost Fat Burning Over 40, 50 or 60 (I’m 62) Resources: Not sure you’re doing what is best for you right now? Get a 90-Minute Ultimate Consultation with Debra. Together, you formulate the actual plan that will work for you! Use Flipping 50 Scorecard & Guide to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes.

  8. Aug 4

    Why Doing More Exercise Can Backfire After

    This episode is sponsored by Alloy. Alloy - Try the original estrogen-powered M4 skincare from Alloy. Visit https://myalloy.com and use code FLIPPING50 for $20 off your first order! More exercise can backfire—especially if you're in perimenopause or postmenopause and wondering why the workouts that once worked now leave you sore, exhausted, or stuck.  In this re-release of one of our most talked-about episodes from January 2026, let’s freshen our minds on the science behind why recovery, not simply working harder, becomes the key to building strength after 50.  Estrogen influences your muscles, connective tissue, collagen, and energy production—and why those changes require a smarter training strategy.  If you've been questioning whether you're doing something wrong, this episode will remind you that your body isn't broken; it's simply asking for a different approach.  More exercise can backfire, but the right strategy can help you recover better, stay stronger, and keep doing what you love for years to come. Connect with Flipping 50: Facebook Group - Flipping50 Insiders Instagram - @Flipping50TV YouTube - @Flipping50TV More Episodes - Flipping 50 The Stronger Way Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Lasting Weight Loss After 50: Say Goodbye to Diets Next Episode - How I Choose Supplements (and recommend you do too) More Like This: Why Your Daily Workouts Are Making You Weaker After 50 What 40+ Studies Reveal About Rep-Range for Muscle, Strength, and Bone After 50 Why Muscle Growth Feels Harder in Menopause (and What Actually Works) Resources: Not sure you’re doing what is best for you right now? Get a 90-Minute Ultimate Consultation with Debra. Together, you formulate the actual plan that will work for you! Use Flipping 50 Scorecard & Guide to measure what matters with an easy at-home self-assessment test you can do in minutes. If this episode made you flip your workout routine — share it! 👉 Post to your stories, tag @Flipping50TV in Instagram and share the episode to your best friend. 👉 Meet other women, who are done with outdated fitness advice, at Flipping50 Facebook Group. 👉 Subscribe, share, and leave a review if you’re ready to flip the script on Flipping 50 The Stronger Way.

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The podcast for women in menopause and beyond who want to change the way they age. Fitness, wellness, and health science put into practical tips you can use today. You still got it, girl!

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  • Creator
    Debra Atkinson
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
  • Episodes
    1K
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    © @2026 Voice for Fitness, Inc. All Rights Reserved
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