Episodes

  • From Burnout to Balance: How to Stop Over-Giving and Start Living

    From Burnout to Balance: How to Stop Over-Giving and Start Living
    Feb 2 2026
    If you’ve spent years being the one who shows up, supports everyone else, and keeps the peace — but lately, it’s all starting to feel too much — this episode is your reminder that you are not alone, and it’s okay to start putting yourself first. In this conversation, Ashley sits down with licensed perinatal therapist Leah Andreoni, founder of Rising Sun Therapy, to explore why people-pleasing patterns hit a breaking point in midlife — and how women can reclaim their time, energy, and sense of self with clarity and compassion. 🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve. Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate. -- In this episode, we cover: ✅ Why people-pleasing patterns often intensify during perimenopause ✅ What happens when estrogen drops — and suddenly you start asking, “Why am I still doing this?” ✅ Signs you might be stuck in over-giving mode — and how it affects your relationships, energy, and identity ✅ Practical scripts and mindset shifts to start saying no with less guilt ✅ How understanding your personal values helps set better boundaries ✅ What to do with the guilt that creeps in when you finally prioritize yourself ✅ Why midlife is a powerful window to break old habits and choose a new way forward ✅ Leah’s personal and professional insights on supporting women through this transition ✅ One reframe that can help you feel more peace and less pressure in this next chapter -- 👥 Featured Guest Leah Andreoni has worked with families and mothers in various therapeutic capacities for over 20 years. She now owns Rising Sun Therapy, a group wellness practice that serves teens and women with all transitions of life with a specialty in women's health. Through personal and professional experience, Leah offers compassion, understanding, and expertise to support her clients through all of life's journeys. This is where she uses community and connection to heal by providing a space clients feel seen, heard, and valued. Connect with Leah: Website: https://www.risingsuntherapy.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/leahandreoni/ Facebook (personal): https://facebook.com/leahandreoni/ Facebook (business): https://facebook.com/risingsuntherapy/ Podcast: https://realparentingforsensitivemoms.buzzsprout.com/ Book referenced: 12 Steps to Overcome People‑Pleasing by Trina Stutzman: https://amzn.to/3N4lNbc -- If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to keep supporting you on your StrongHER journey. 💛 🩷 Join StrongHER Together Get ongoing support, accountability, education, and the tools you need to feel stronger—inside and out. Use code VOICES for $25 off any membership: 👉 https://getfitwithashley.com/strongher/ -- 💌 Stay Connected Sign up for my email list to get blogs, classes, coaching updates, podcast drops, free workouts, and upcoming events delivered right to your inbox: 👉 https://getfitwithashley.com/signup/ -- 💪 Move With Me Enjoy free, beginner-friendly to advanced workouts any time on my YouTube channel: 👉 https://youtube.com/getfitwithashley/ -- 📲 Follow Along on Social Media Daily tips, real talk, behind-the-scenes, and encouragement for your StrongHER Era: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfitwithashley2012/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getfitwithashley2012/ ⚠️ Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan. 00:00 - Start 00:52 - Introduction and Leah’s Background 07:00 - Why People-Pleasing Peaks in Midlife 13:32 - Recognizing and Rewiring People-Pleasing Patterns 19:37 - Practical Tools for Boundaries and Communication 23:03 - Navigating Guilt and Shifting Identity 39:07 - Final Advice and How to Connect with Leah
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    44 mins
  • Happiness Reimagined: How to Be Happy for No Reason in Midlife

    Happiness Reimagined: How to Be Happy for No Reason in Midlife
    Jan 19 2026
    If you’ve ever thought, “I’ll be happy when things calm down” — this episode gently challenges that belief. In this heartfelt and uplifting conversation, Ashley sits down with happiness coach, speaker, and podcast host Jodi Silverman to explore what it really means to be Happy for No Reason — especially in midlife, when stress, loss, caregiving, and major transitions collide. Jodi shares her personal journey, the science behind happiness set points, and why joy isn’t something you wait for — it’s something you practice. Together, they unpack how stress robs women of happiness, why guilt often shows up when we prioritize joy, and how small, intentional habits can help women feel more resilient, grounded, and hopeful — even during hard seasons. This episode is a reminder that happiness doesn’t require perfect circumstances — and that choosing joy is not selfish, it’s necessary. 🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve. Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate. -- In this episode, we cover: ✅ What Happy for No Reason actually means — and why happiness isn’t dependent on circumstances ✅ The concept of a happiness set point and how it influences your baseline mood ✅ Why happiness can be learned (and strengthened) at any stage of life ✅ The difference between toxic positivity and true emotional resilience ✅ How gratitude practices physically rewire the brain ✅ Contraction vs. expansion — and how stress keeps us stuck ✅ Why stress is one of the biggest thieves of joy in midlife ✅ Navigating guilt around happiness during caregiving, grief, and loss ✅ Why accepting reality is often the first step toward feeling better ✅ How menopause and midlife transitions can actually support emotional growth ✅ A simple “dare” you can try this week to reconnect with joy ✅ How to measure and track your happiness over time -- 👥 Featured Guest Jodi Silverman — Founder & Chief Dare Officer of Dare On with Jodi, happiness coach, speaker, and host of the Dare On with Jodi podcast. Jodi empowers midlife women to dare more, doubt less, and live fully by building emotional resilience, confidence, and joy — no matter their circumstances. Connect with Jodi: Website: https://jodisilverman.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodi_silverman/ Podcast: https://youtube.com/@BeyondEmptyNest Resources referenced: Happy For No Reason by Marci Shimoff: https://amzn.to/4qMNWBR Happy in Midlife Quiz: https://www.dareontowhatsnext.com/happy-in-midlife-quiz -- If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to keep supporting you on your StrongHER journey. 💛 🩷 Join StrongHER Together Get ongoing support, accountability, education, and the tools you need to feel stronger—inside and out. Use code VOICES for $25 off any membership: 👉 https://getfitwithashley.com/strongher/ -- 💌 Stay Connected Sign up for my email list to get blogs, classes, coaching updates, podcast drops, free workouts, and upcoming events delivered right to your inbox: 👉 https://getfitwithashley.com/signup/ -- 💪 Move With Me Enjoy free, beginner-friendly to advanced workouts any time on my YouTube channel: 👉 https://youtube.com/getfitwithashley/ -- 📲 Follow Along on Social Media Daily tips, real talk, behind-the-scenes, and encouragement for your StrongHER Era: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfitwithashley2012/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getfitwithashley2012/ ⚠️ Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan. 00:00 Start 00:53 A Full Circle Moment & Jodi’s Story 04:58 What “Happy for No Reason” Really Means 09:43 Raising Your Happiness Set Point 17:11 Stress, Midlife, and the Thieves of Joy 25:20 Guilt, Grief, and Giving Yourself Permission to Feel Joy 31:13 The Dare: Finding the Good + How to Go Deeper
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    38 mins
  • How to Keep Playing Big Without Burning Out in Perimenopause

    How to Keep Playing Big Without Burning Out in Perimenopause
    Jan 1 2026
    If you’re used to being the woman who “handles it all”… but lately you feel more exhausted, foggy, or emotionally maxed out—this conversation will make you feel seen, validated, and so much less alone. In this episode, Ashley sits down with psychotherapist and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner Shonda Moralis, MSW, LCSW to talk about what perimenopause can do to your mental health, confidence, and daily functioning—and how to keep showing up for your life without burning yourself out in the process. 🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve. Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate. -- In this episode, we cover: ✅ What perimenopause can look like in real life—why symptoms impact your mood, motivation, and ability to function day to day ✅ “Peri-Duck Syndrome” and why so many high-achieving women feel like they’re barely staying afloat ✅ Anhedonia (the loss of joy)—how it shows up, why it’s common, and how to stop blaming yourself for it ✅ What to do when you don’t recognize yourself anymore and how to rebuild confidence in this season ✅ How mindfulness actually helps (even if you’re busy and don’t think you have time) ✅ Shonda’s “Triangle of Awareness” strategy and simple tools you can use right away ✅ What it really means to “play big” in midlife—and how to do it sustainably ✅ How to spot burnout before it hits and the role boundaries play in protecting your energy ✅ Perimenopause in the workplace—how symptoms affect performance and confidence, and why support matters ✅ First steps for self-advocacy at work + what policies companies can implement to better support women -- 👥 Featured Guest Shonda Moralis, MSW, LCSW — psychotherapist, author, speaker, and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner helping high-achievers struggling with perimenopause feel like themselves again so they can get back to running the world. Through her programs and workplace partnerships, Shonda empowers women to reclaim their energy and confidence while helping organizations retain and engage top female talent. Connect with Shonda: Website: https://www.shondamoralis.net/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shonda.moralis/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonda-moralis-msw-lcsw-1b909356/ Freebie: Menopause Resource Guide - https://www.shondamoralis.net/subscribe Program: Reclaim Midlife (7-week virtual group program) - https://www.shondamoralis.net/reclaimmidlife -- If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to keep supporting you on your StrongHER journey. 💛 🩷 Join StrongHER Together Get ongoing support, accountability, education, and the tools you need to feel stronger—inside and out. Use code VOICES for $25 off any membership: 👉 https://getfitwithashley.com/strongher/ -- 💌 Stay Connected Sign up for my email list to get blogs, classes, coaching updates, podcast drops, free workouts, and upcoming events delivered right to your inbox: 👉 https://getfitwithashley.com/signup/ -- 💪 Move With Me Enjoy free, beginner-friendly to advanced workouts any time on my YouTube channel: 👉 https://youtube.com/getfitwithashley/ -- 📲 Follow Along on Social Media Daily tips, real talk, behind-the-scenes, and encouragement for your StrongHER Era: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfitwithashley2012/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getfitwithashley2012/ ⚠️ Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan. 00:53 Introduction 01:50 Welcome Shonda! Shonda's Background 03:31 How does Perimenopause impact women in mid-life? Peri-Duck Syndrome. 06:10 What is anhedonia and how does it show up in perimenopause? 09:23 What do you do when you don't recognize yourself anymore? How do you move forward? 11:42 How does mindfulness factor into midlife and menopause? 18:04 Shonda's books and her Triangle of Awareness strategy 20:42 How does a woman know if she's Playing Big? 22:43 How to recognize if you're entering into burnout? 22:40 The role of boundaries and preventing burnout 26:53 Menopause in the workplace and how to manage it effectively 30:30 What types of policies can companies implement? 34:27 What is a first step a woman can take while working to advocate for themselves? 35:47 One thing a woman should know in midlife 36:45 How to contact Shonda? What programs does Shonda offer? 39:08 Wrap-up
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    40 mins
  • Lift, Don’t Break: The Truth About Muscle & Bone Health in Menopause

    Lift, Don’t Break: The Truth About Muscle & Bone Health in Menopause
    Dec 15 2025

    If you’ve been feeling weaker, softer, or more exhausted in midlife — this is your wake-up call. What you’re experiencing isn’t laziness, lack of willpower, or “just aging.” It’s biology. And the good news? You can absolutely take your strength back.

    In this empowering episode, we break down what’s really happening to your muscle, bones, and metabolism during perimenopause and menopause — and more importantly, what you can do about it starting today.

    🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

    Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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    In this episode, we cover:

    ✅ Why you feel weaker or more fatigued in midlife — and why it’s not your fault

    ✅ How hormone decline affects muscle, bone, metabolism, and energy

    ✅ The real definitions of osteopenia, osteoporosis & sarcopenia (and why every woman should understand them)

    ✅ The shocking bone-loss statistics every midlife woman needs to know

    ✅ Why muscle is truly “medicine” — from metabolism and blood sugar to heart health, cognition, mood, and longevity

    ✅ The role of nutrition in building strength: protein needs, carbs, fats, supplements, and the truth about fueling your StrongHER Era

    ✅ Five actions you can start today to protect your muscle, strengthen your bones, and support your future self

    ✅ How community, accountability, and support make strength sustainable — and why sisterhood matters more than ever

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    ⚠️ Disclaimer:

    The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.

    00:00 - Start

    00:50 - Introduction

    01:56 - 5 Main Topics for Today

    02:29 - What's Happening to Your Body In Midlife

    08:43 - Definitions So We Can Take Action

    08:49 - Sarcopenia - Loss of Muscle and Strength

    10:06 - Bone Density Decrease

    11:14 - Osteopenia

    11:48 - Osteoporosis

    14:35 - Muscle is Your Midlife Superpower

    22:59 - Nutrition and Aging Well

    31:15 - 5 Actions You Can Take Today
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    42 mins
  • Beyond the Hot Flash: Why Menopause Feels Like a Full-Body Takeover

    Beyond the Hot Flash: Why Menopause Feels Like a Full-Body Takeover
    Dec 1 2025

    Menopause isn’t one symptom. It isn’t “just hot flashes.” It’s a whole-body hormonal shift that affects nearly every organ system — and today, I’m breaking it down in a clear, relatable way so you can finally understand why you feel what you feel.

    If you’ve ever thought, “Why is everything changing?” — your mood, your memory, your sleep, your weight, your joints, your skin — this episode is going to make it all finally make sense.

    🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

    Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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    In this episode, we cover:

    ✅ Why menopause symptoms can show up everywhere, from your skin to your joints to your brain — and why you’re not imagining it.

    ✅ The major symptom categories: vasomotor, cognitive, emotional, and physical — with real examples from my own journey.

    ✅ How identity shifts during menopause, and why so many women suddenly feel invisible, emotional, or unlike themselves.

    ✅ A system-by-system breakdown of what’s happening inside your body:

    ✅ Metabolism & body composition — why belly fat and muscle loss happen even when habits don’t change

    -Cardiovascular health — how estrogen protects your heart and why symptoms change

    -Brain, sleep & nervous system — what causes brain fog and chronic exhaustion

    -Vaginal, bladder & sexual health — GSM explained and why help does exist

    -Gut & digestion — why bloating and constipation become more common

    ✅ The truth about why every woman’s experience is different, and how race, genetics, lifestyle, and access to care shape your journey.

    ✅ The hopeful part: understanding your symptoms gives you back your power — and there are many ways to feel better.

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    ⚠️ Disclaimer:

    The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.

    00:00 - Start

    00:32 - Introduction

    02:39 - Symptoms of Menopause

    02:50 - Vasomotor Symptoms (AKA Hot Flashes!)

    04:02 - Cognitive Symptoms

    05:20 - Mood Changes

    06:34 - Physical Changes

    07:20 - Identity Changes

    08:54 - You Are Not Alone

    09:27 - Whole Body Impacts of Menopause

    10:15 - Metabolism & Body Composition

    12:05 - Cardiovascular Symptoms

    13:37 - Central & Peripheral Nervous System Impacts

    16:28 - Reproductive & Genitourinary Changes

    19:51 - Every Woman's Menopause Journey is Unique

    25:06 - Thank you for listening!
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    26 mins
  • The Empowered Menopause: How To Feel Better (Part 2 of Beyond Empty Nest with Jodi Silverman)

    The Empowered Menopause: How To Feel Better (Part 2 of Beyond Empty Nest with Jodi Silverman)
    Nov 20 2025

    In this conversation (Part 2 of 2), Ashley joins Jodi Silverman, host of the Beyond Empty Nest podcast, to go deeper into the solutions, the mindset shifts, and the evidence-based support that help women reclaim their energy, confidence, and well-being in this stage of life. This is the episode that reminds you: once you understand what’s happening, you can take action—and you deserve to feel good again.

    🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

    Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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    In this episode, we cover:

    ✅ Why “when you know better, you do better” is the key to navigating menopause with confidence.

    ✅ The full spectrum of treatment options, including lifestyle changes, supplements, and medical support.

    ✅ Hormone Therapy demystified—what the WHI study got wrong, and how to make informed decisions today.

    ✅ The real-world benefits of HRT for sleep, mood, brain health, and long-term disease prevention.

    ✅ Lifestyle shifts that make a difference, from sleep routines to nutrition to daily habits.

    ✅ Why weight gain is common in this transition—and what does help (without extremes).

    ✅ Pelvic health, intimacy, and why no woman should suffer in silence.

    ✅ The changing landscape of friendships and relationships in midlife—and how to navigate it with grace.

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    💗 Meet Jodi Silverman:

    I’m honored to be featured on Jodi's podcast Beyond Empty Nest for a 2-part discussion on menopause. Jodi Silverman is a happiness coach, speaker and my personal inspiration for launching my own podcast! We had an amazing conversation about what's happening to our bodies, minds and identities in menopause, and I know you’ll walk away with practical tips and inspiration to make you feel empowered in this phase of life.

    📌 Connect with Jodi Silverman:

    Website: https://jodisilverman.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodi_silverman/

    Podcast: https://jodisilverman.com/podcast/

    --

    If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to keep supporting you on your StrongHER journey. 💛

    🩷 Join StrongHER Together

    Get ongoing support, accountability, education, and the tools you need to feel stronger—inside and out. Use code VOICES for $25 off any membership:

    👉 https://getfitwithashley.com/strongher/

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    💌 Stay Connected

    Sign up for my email list to get blogs, classes, coaching updates, podcast drops, free workouts, and upcoming events delivered right to your inbox:

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    Daily tips, real talk, behind-the-scenes, and encouragement for your StrongHER Era:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfitwithashley2012/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getfitwithashley2012/

    ⚠️ Disclaimer:

    The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.

    00:00 - Start

    00:33 - Introduction

    02:05 - Beyond Empty Nest Episode Part 2

    03:36 - When you know better, you do better

    04:27 - Treatment Options

    06:29 - The Mindset of Willing & Able

    09:10 - Hormone Therapy (Women's Health Initiative Study)

    11:17 - HRT Possible Benefits

    14:02 - Lifestyle Shifts to Feel Better

    14:38 - Changes for Sleep Benefits

    16:28 - Weight Gain Possible Changes

    19:39 - Pelvic Health & Intimacy

    26:23 - Friendships & Relationships

    28:28 - Final Words of Encouragement

    30:42 - Dare for Listeners

    31:42 - Closing Thoughts

    35:12 - Please Subscribe & Review
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    36 mins
  • The Empowered Menopause: What's Really Happening? (Part 1 of Beyond Empty Nest with Jodi Silverman)

    The Empowered Menopause: What's Really Happening? (Part 1 of Beyond Empty Nest with Jodi Silverman)
    Nov 14 2025

    In this conversation (Part 1 of 2), Ashley joins Jodi Silverman, host of the Beyond Empty Nest podcast, to unpack what’s really happening during the menopausal transition — from hormones and symptoms to how these shifts can affect your mood, motivation, and confidence.You’ll walk away with science-based insight, relatable stories, and a big dose of reassurance that you’re not “losing it” — you’re evolving.

    🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

    Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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    In this episode, we cover:

    ✅ My background how I became a Menopause Health Coach

    ✅ Why there's so much confusion about what's going on with our body's in the menopause transition

    ✅ The top two hormones causing all the havoc during the menopause transition

    ✅ Some of the many symptoms of menopause, and ones that may surprise you

    ✅ Advice for your own journey, including how to talk to your provider

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    💗 Meet Jodi Silverman:

    I’m honored to be featured on Jodi's podcast Beyond Empty Nest for a 2-part discussion on menopause. Jodi Silverman is a happiness coach, speaker and my personal inspiration for launching my own podcast! We had an amazing conversation about what's happening to our bodies, minds and identities in menopause, and I know you’ll walk away with practical tips and inspiration to make you feel empowered in this phase of life.

    📌 Connect with Jodi Silverman:

    Website: https://jodisilverman.com/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodi_silverman/

    Podcast: https://jodisilverman.com/podcast/

    --

    If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to keep supporting you on your StrongHER journey. 💛

    🩷 Join StrongHER Together

    Get ongoing support, accountability, education, and the tools you need to feel stronger—inside and out. Use code VOICES for $25 off any membership:

    👉 https://getfitwithashley.com/strongher/

    --

    💌 Stay Connected

    Sign up for my email list to get blogs, classes, coaching updates, podcast drops, free workouts, and upcoming events delivered right to your inbox:

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    --

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    Enjoy free, beginner-friendly to advanced workouts any time on my YouTube channel:

    👉 https://youtube.com/getfitwithashley/

    --

    📲 Follow Along on Social Media

    Daily tips, real talk, behind-the-scenes, and encouragement for your StrongHER Era:

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfitwithashley2012/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getfitwithashley2012/

    ⚠️ Disclaimer:

    The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.

    00:00 - Start

    00:32 - Introduction

    02:05 - Beyond Empty Nest Episode Part 1

    04:48 - My Background

    06:02 - GYN Visit That Changed Things

    08:08 - Why Is There So Much Confusion About Menopause?

    09:47 - When Does Menopause Happen?

    12:58 - What Hormones Are Impacted By Menopause?

    15:19 - What Are Symptoms of Menopause?

    17:34 - What Menopause Symptoms Are Most Surprising?

    20:58 - Be Your Best Advocate

    25:14 - How Can I Figure Out My Own Patterns?

    27:47 - One Takeaway

    28:36 - Free Resource

    31:42 - Closing Thoughts
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    33 mins
  • Stop the Confusion: Menopause Myths Busted & The Stages Defined

    Stop the Confusion: Menopause Myths Busted & The Stages Defined
    Nov 5 2025

    If you’ve ever felt lost about what’s actually happening in perimenopause or menopause, this episode is your roadmap. Today, we break down the entire hormonal transition in a way that finally makes sense—no confusion, no mystery, just clarity.

    🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

    Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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    In this episode, we cover:

    ✅ Why menopause is a natural transition, not a disease, and how it impacts your entire body.

    ✅ Defining the Four Stages: Reproductive Age, Perimenopause, Menopause, and Postmenopause.

    ✅ A detailed look at Perimenopause—the phase of hormonal fluctuation and why symptoms like anxiety and joint pain start here.

    ✅ The truth about Menopause (it’s just one day!) and Postmenopause (the rest of your vibrant life).

    ✅ Practical Tools: The simple way you can start tracking today to advocate for yourself at your next doctor’s appointment.

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    00:00 - Welcome to StrongHER Voices!

    00:32 - Episode Outline

    01:07 - Menopause is not a disease!

    01:39 - 4 Phases of Menopause

    02:02 - Process of Menopause (Hormones)

    02:25 - Phase 1 - Pre-Menopause

    03:01 - Phase 2 - Peri-Menopause

    04:15 - Peri-Menopause Myths!

    04:20 - Myth 1 - Symptoms Happen Only After Periods Stop

    04:44 - Myth 2 - Blood Tests Confirm Peri-Menopause

    05:27 - Phase 3 - Menopause

    06:20 - Menopause Myths!

    06:22 - Myth 1 - Menopause Happens at Age 50

    06:54 - Myth 2 - Once You Hit Menopause, Too Late to Treat Symptoms

    07:25 - Phase 4 - Post-Menopause

    08:32 - Post-Menopause Myths!

    08:36 - Myth 1 - Life Goes Downhill After Menopause

    09:11 - Myth 2 - Post-Menopause Means Menopause is FINISHED

    10:18 - Menopause is Unique

    11:14 - Actions YOU Can Take

    11:20 - Action 1 - Start Tracking YOUR Symptoms

    12:04 - Action 2 - Focus on Lifestyle Fundamentals

    12:24 - Action 3 - Advocate For Yourself

    14:08 - Closing Thoughts
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