The Celeb Body Myth Best Workout for Women in Midlife

Описание: Have you ever wanted a body like JLo’s — but had no idea where to start, how to train, or whether those workouts even make sense for your body, hormones, or stage of life?

At the start of every year, women make fitness promises, chase new workout plans, and commit to “getting back in shape.” But by February, many women over 40 are left wondering why their workouts aren’t working anymore — despite doing all the “right” things.

In this episode, we break down the celeb body myth and talk about the best workout for women in midlife, where mindset, hormones, recovery, and nervous system health matter just as much as exercise.

I’m joined by celebrity fitness trainer Jay Cardiello and breathwork and meditation coach Raj Trivedi for an honest conversation about strength training for women, how to work out during perimenopause and menopause, and why copying celebrity routines often leads to burnout rather than results.

Jay has trained global icons like Jennifer Lopez, 50 Cent, and Sofia Vergara. Raj works with athletes, CEOs, and high performers using breathwork and mindset to improve focus, recovery, and resilience. Together, they combine strength training, breathwork, recovery, and mindset — the foundations women need for sustainable fitness, fat loss, and energy in midlife.

This episode isn’t about chasing celebrity bodies.
It’s about understanding how women should really train in their 40s and beyond.

In this episode, we cover:

• The best workout for women over 40
• Why workouts stop working in midlife
• Strength training vs cardio for women in perimenopause and menopause
• Common workout mistakes women make as hormones change
• How stress and mindset impact weight loss and belly fat
• What celebrity trainers actually do differently — and what real women can copy
• How breathwork supports recovery, sleep, fat loss, and energy
• How to stay consistent with exercise without burnout

If you’re searching for midlife workouts, strength training for women, exercise during perimenopause or menopause, why am I gaining weight despite working out, or how to lose belly fat after 40, this episode will give you clarity and direction.

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If this episode resonated, share it with a woman who’s tired of starting over every January.
This year isn’t about harder workouts — it’s about smarter ones.


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I’m Gayu Lewis — a menopause wellness advocate, integrative health coach, and chef. My mission is to help women feel better in their bodies and minds through education, storytelling, and practical tools for real life.