The Secret To Improving Your Body Image, Training and Nutrition in Middle Age | Sal Di Stefano

Episode 330 Body Image, Training and Nutrition in Middle Age with Sal Di Stefano
Sal is a sought-after fitness and health expert with a straightforward and uncomplicated manner of communication. He is also a co-host of the immensely popular Mind Pump Podcast.
We dive into the effects of body image and dysfunctional relationships with our bodies, contrasting self-hate patterns with self-love patterns. We look at ways to train differently in middle age with the challenges of perimenopause and menopause and consider the impact of physiological changes during pregnancy and the postpartum period.
IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:
• How patterns of self-hatred can lead to unhealthy behaviors
• How to practice self-care with exercise and a healthy diet
• Why exercise routines should be founded on factors like sleep, stress, fitness levels, and diet
• The importance of starting with small, manageable steps toward self-care and weight loss
• Why strength training is the most effective exercise for women in perimenopause and menopause
• How high-performing athletes prioritize recovery and rest to prevent burnout and injury
Listen to the whole podcast episode with Sal below:
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This video is for educational and informational purposes only and solely as a self-help tool for your own use. I am not providing medical, psychological, or nutrition therapy advice. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat any health problems or illnesses without consulting your own medical practitioner. Always seek the advice of your own medical practitioner and/or mental health provider about your specific health situation.
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[@nancysaephanh1922]

The scale thing is so big. I went mostly carnivore for the last 2 months & everyone says that I look like I’ve lost weight. I didn’t think I did but my clothes were loose on me. Decided to weigh myself & realized I lost 8 lbs. Well, 2 wks later, I weighed myself & saw I gained 4 lbs 😮& it ruined my day. I didnt look any different & my clothes still fit the same. It goes to show that women fluctuates quite a bit day to day. I am no longer going to weigh myself. I know I feel better, stronger and leaner. Throw the scale away!

[@marvinmaly]

Hello from East Tx +++++++++++++ Go Carnivore for LIFE!!!!!!!!! Marvin ++ Kindness what the world NEEDS!! 72 yrs YOUNG!!

[@CubitaLola]

Omg. Three years ago I had a trainer that had me weight training 5 times a week and cardio twice a week, she removed fruit from my diet and had me on very low carbs. Sure, my results were 10 inches off my body but after two months of this, I crashed, I consistently let her know I didnt feel well, so all she did was increase my protein and tell me to drink more water. I gave up and quit. Packed on 10 pounds right after, got a shoulder injury (actually going for MRI today), and just ended up walking everyday. Im just now picking up light weights again. Because of my shoulder I have not been able to lift much. Thank you for this!!!

[@tonystonebraker]

I’m down 160 from My highest. It’s not easy. Definitely worth it though.

[@karenharju6919]

That is a fantastic loss. Keep up the good work.

[@tonystonebraker]

@@karenharju6919 THank you!

[@tonystonebraker]

@@karenharju6919 thank you!

[@Gingerinthesouth]

Omggg Sal! Yall mind pump guys are amazing if you haven’t seen them you have to check them out. I have learned so much about strength training and how it affects hormones. Thank you so much Cynthia I love how a lot of the people that I am following are connecting and doing joint interviews. I am 55 and feeling better than I did in my 40s! Strength training, and a little bit of progesterone go long way lol❤

[@donnakona1347]

Started following Sal few months ago. I am in my 60's and started resistant training. Great interview.

[@cynthiasmith1457]

Thank you for the SCALE NIGHTMARE talk! Diabetes 2...two years..no meds..IF strength training...running and keo/carnivore AC1 down to 5...wear size small feel great but obsessed with scale. Im getting rid of it today!!!❤

[@karenharju6919]

Goodbye scale, you can do it.

[@karenharju6919]

Good job, keep it up. Goodbye scale!!!

[@pamcrowther5409]

I am definitely a 'self hater' and am currently doing everything that you outlined as detrimental to my health and success. Such a great eyeopener for me and it is so true. Going to do some more research and giving Sal a follow. Thank you.

[@suzanbak1]

I witnessed my beloved mother become depressed after she weighed herself. Absolutely she suffered and was haunted by her weight. I spot check my weight often putting it out of my home

[@wendym2544]

Hello. Great video! Hi, How much muscle do you think a 60 year old women could gain in 1 year? One who lifts weights consistently and eats plenty of healthy food (above her maintenance calories etc....) and protein and is doing everything right. Just a rough estimate or range would be great. I know there are a lot of variables but hoping you could give me a rough range. Thank you! (Not on any kind of hormones or artificial anything etc....) And not interested in being a body builder.....would just like to put on maybe 8 or so pounds to be stronger and healthy. I'm not sure if this is your area of expertise.

[@jolarocknrolla6015]

Really great and sensible advice!

[@mlmcginn221]

Awesome discussion!

[@tetley6535]

working 4 days a week intensely is optimal for women wanting to put on the most muscle, they should also eat in a small caloric surplus to gain weight and strength

[@anntaylor3777]

Me too ,would like to no