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Welcome to Becoming Her: The Fittest and Healthiest 40+ You, where we explore the mindset shifts, nutrition strategies, and fitness tactics that will help you build lean muscle, lose fat, and feel strong, confident, and empowered over 40. Hosted by Shauna, the founder of Becoming Her Fitness and a women’s fitness coach dedicated to helping women over 40 transform their bodies and their lives. Her mission is to empower women over 40 to feel incredible from the inside out, because it’s never too late to become the healthiest, strongest version of YOU!
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Send us a text In this episode, we break down why so many women over 40 can walk daily, lift consistently, hit their protein, and still not look toned. If you feel like you’re doing everything right but your body isn’t showing it, this episode explains exactly why. We talk about the hidden stress your body may be under, why too much training keeps you soft instead of sculpted, how fasted workouts and low-carb habits work against muscle growth, why random workouts don’t create visible to...
Send us a text This bonus Thanksgiving episode is a simple gratitude reflection you can return to anytime you need a moment to breathe, reset, and reconnect. In just a few minutes, you’ll settle your mind, ease your nervous system, and shift your focus back to what’s working in your life right now. I also walk you through a calming visualization of your future self, the stronger, calmer, more grounded woman you are becoming, and close with a gentle, faith-filled blessing to guide your day. It...
Send us a text In this episode, we’re clearing up the cardio confusion for women over 40. If you’ve ever wondered why your old workouts don’t feel the same or why you’re doing more cardio but not seeing more tone, this one is for you. We break down the exact types of cardio that actually help you get lean and sculpted at this stage of life, why walking and Zone 2 are true game changers, and how to use cardio in a way that supports your hormones instead of stressing them out. I also share simp...
Send us a text Today’s episode breaks down exactly how to eat to look toned over 40 and why the next two months are the perfect time to increase your calories to maintenance levels. If you’ve been training hard but still feel soft, tired, or stuck, this episode will help you understand why your body needs more fuel, not less, especially in midlife. We discuss how to estimate your maintenance calories, how to structure your meals to support muscle growth, and how to fuel your body before and a...
Send us a text In this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how to train to get toned after 40, not by cutting calories and doing more cardio, but by building real muscle. We talk about why muscle is essential for your metabolism, hormones, insulin resistance, and aging well, and how to actually build it. If you want support doing this the right way, you can grab my free 6-week strength program or join me inside the Strong by Shauna Membership for workouts, nutrition guidance, recipes, tr...
Send us a text In this episode, we talk about why the holidays are actually the perfect time for women over 40 to move into maintenance or a lean building phase instead of dieting. This approach supports your hormones, metabolism, and muscle growth, and sets you up for easier, more effective fat loss in the new year. I break down how to reverse out of a calorie deficit, find your true maintenance calories, enjoy holiday food without losing progress, and use the extra energy to get stronger in...
Send us a text In this episode, I’m diving into why women over 40 often feel “out of control” with food and what your cravings are really trying to tell you. We’ll talk about emotional triggers, under-fueling, and how restrictive eating keeps you stuck in the crave–binge–guilt cycle. You’ll learn how to build satisfying meals that keep hunger steady, understand the role protein plays in calming cravings, and find balance through awareness, not perfection. Especially as we move into the holida...
Send us a text If you’ve ever felt stuck in the all-or-nothing cycle, perfect one week, off the rails the next, this episode is for you. You’ll learn how to: Let go of the need to be perfectStop the guilt and “start over Monday” cycleBuild emotional resilience that keeps you consistentTake small, aligned actions that rebuild momentumRedefine success through progress, not perfection Because it’s not about never falling off, it’s about learning how to bounce back faster and keep moving forwa...
Send us a text Most women over 40 are still doing what they think they should. Running more, eating less, lifting light to tone, and avoiding carbs. But those habits are breaking the body down instead of building it up. In this episode, I explain why building your best body over 40 comes from thinking like a bodybuilder, not a dieter. You will learn how to train, eat, and recover in a way that supports muscle, metabolism, and long-term results. If you are ready to understand how your metaboli...
Send us a text Supplements can’t replace good habits, but when you have those dialed in, the right ones can help you get results faster. In this episode, I share the science behind supplements that actually support women over 40; from building lean muscle to improving recovery, balancing hormones, and keeping your metabolism strong. ✅ Find my favorite supplements HERE If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesit...
Send us a text In this episode, I’m breaking down why the things that used to “work” in your 20s and 30s don’t work anymore, and why they never really worked in the first place. I’ll walk you through the biggest mistakes women over 40 are still making, then give you the science-backed strategies that actually move the needle now! If you’re tired of spinning your wheels and ready for real change, this episode is going to give you the blueprint. If you have any questions, want to share yo...
Send us a text If what worked in your 20s and 30s isn’t working anymore, this episode is for you. I’m breaking down 7 fitness facts every woman over 40 needs to know to finally see results that last. You’ll learn how to train smarter, fuel your body better, and build strength without falling into the trap of quick fixes or chronic dieting. By the end, you’ll feel empowered to create sustainable habits that support fat loss, muscle building, and have better confidence. ➡️Don’t forget to grab y...
Send us a text Join me as I chat with Samantha Peters, author, speaker, and co-founder of Light Up Your Life, LLC. She shares how she turned her challenging past into a mission to help others heal, rewire their mindset, and step into a life full of purpose and empowerment. Connect with Samantha: Light Up Your Life Resources Mentioned: Free Manifestation Blueprint Dream Bigger Manifestation Journal If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interest...
Send us a text In this episode, I’m sharing the exact strategies I used to completely change my body at age 46—how I built muscle, lost fat, and finally achieved the toned, lean look I had been chasing for years. If you’ve been stuck doing “all the things” but still not seeing results, this episode will give you the roadmap to start transforming your body and mindset today. 🔗 Resources & Links Mentioned Grab my FREE Protein Guide HEREDownload my Pre-Workout Meal Ideas ...
Send us a text In this episode, I’m answering your most frequently asked questions about fitness, nutrition, and metabolism. We dive into: Supplements that are worth your investmentHow to stay motivatedHow to train so you don't look "bulky"And much more…This episode is packed with practical, science-backed tips you can apply right away to your own journey. 👉 Check out my favorite supplements here 👉 Join my 8-Week Strong-Her Challenge here If you have any questions, want to share your though...
Send us a text The 40+ Women's Blueprint to a Strong Body: Nutrition, Muscle & Sustainable Fat Loss Episode Description: Ready to stop jumping from diet to diet? This is the episode you've been waiting for. I'm giving you the real, no-BS blueprint for building a strong, healthy body after 40. We'll dive into the science of fat loss, the critical role of strength training, and a strategic phased approach to get results that actually last. This is your guide to feeling healthy, vibrant, and...
Send us a text I’m pulling back the curtain on my personal fat loss journey at 46. In this episode, I share what really worked to lose fat, preserve muscle, and feel stronger than ever. If you’ve struggled with diets or frustrated by slow results, this episode is for you. Join the Becoming Her: Fierce and Fit Challenge: HERE starting September 8th! If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach out! I’d lo...
Send us a text Thinking about starting a fat loss phase? Before you cut calories or ramp up cardio, this episode walks you through key questions to ask yourself to know if your body, and life, are in the right place to make fat loss effective after 40. We’re talking metabolism, stress, nutrition, and readiness so you can set yourself up for success, not burnout. If you have any questions, want to share your thoughts on this episode, or are interested in coaching, don’t hesitate to reach...
Send us a text In this episode, I’m joined by Priya, a 44-year-old full-time working mom from Birmingham, England, who spent years feeling stuck trying to stay in shape during perimenopause. She began listening to this podcast, started implementing the reverse dieting and metabolism tips I share—and everything changed. Now, she’s feeling stronger, leaner, more confident, and most importantly… free. Free from the constant cycle of restriction and confusion. She describes the advice as life-cha...
Send us a text In today’s episode, I’m sharing the 5 major things I had to give up to get leaner, stronger, and fitter than I’ve ever been — in my 40s. This episode is packed with truth bombs, science-backed strategies, and the exact mindset shifts that not only transformed my body, but also the bodies (and lives) of hundreds of women I coach over 40. ✅Grab Your Free Resource: Fueling for Performance Guide ✅Join the Strong by Shauna Membership: HERE If you have any questions, want to share yo...
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