In this episode of The Midlife Realignment™ Podcast, Esther sits down with her friend and fellow powerhouse Jennifer Kirsch, strength coach and founder of Jennifer Kirsch Fitness. Together they dig into what it really takes to build strength, confidence, and longevity in midlife without needing fancy gym equipment or endless hours of workouts.

Jen shares her philosophy behind her signature program, Straight Up Strength, an 8-week, dumbbell-based fitness experience designed to help women rebuild muscle, boost energy, and reconnect with their power.

If you’ve ever wondered how to make strength training accessible, doable, and even fun in perimenopause and beyond, this conversation will light a fire under your glutes (in the best way possible)!

What You’ll Learn

• Why strength training is essential for hormone balance and longevity
• How to get strong without needing a full gym setup
• The mindset shift that helps women stay consistent with movement
• Jen’s favorite routines and rituals for confident, energized aging
• The secret power of community when it comes to sustainable fitness

Connect with Jennifer Kirsch

• Website: jenniferkirschfitness.com
• Instagram: @jenniferkirschfitness
• Program: Straight Up Strength — 8-week dumbbell-based program for women 40+

Connect with Esther

• Website: estherblum.com
• Instagram: @gorgeousesther
• LinkedIn: Esther Blum

Resources & Links

• Download Esther’s free guide: Top Hormone Tests Every Perimenopausal Woman Needs to Know
• Join the Midlife Realignment community: estherblum.com/community
• Learn more about Esther’s program: Make Menopause Your B*tch™ Elite estherblum.com/elite

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