The Body Pod

In this bonus episode, board-certified urologist and menopause expert Dr. Kelly Casperson joins host Hailey Babcock to answer your most pressing questions about perimenopause, post-menopause, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Whether you've been told you can't take hormones, you're confused about estrogen patches vs. pills, or you're wondering why your belly fat, brain fog, and joint pain suddenly showed up — this episode is for you.

Dr. Casperson breaks down why the majority of women who believe they can't take hormones are actually mistaken, debunks the outdated 10-year rule, and explains why transdermal estrogen carries far less risk than oral estrogen. She covers the science behind vaginal estrogen for bladder health and labial thinning, the role of progesterone for sleep and bone health, and why testosterone for women is underutilized and under appreciated.

You'll also hear the truth about breast cancer risk and HRT, why visceral fat increases during menopause (and why it's not your fault), how hormones affect cognitive function and dementia prevention, and what the research is pointing toward in the next five years. Plus: what products to skip, when peptide therapy may not be worth it, and why — even with all of her hormone expertise — Dr. Casperson still says nothing is better than exercise.

Topics covered include: HRT myths and contraindications, vaginal estrogen, bladder leakage and Botox for overactive bladder, progesterone without a uterus, testosterone for low libido and beyond, perimenopause vs. post-menopause, abdominal fat and the metabolic syndrome of menopause, brain fog, tinnitus, hair loss, foot pain, gum/bone health, LP(a) and cardiac risk, peptide therapy, and how to find a hormone-informed provider.

🎙️ Dr. Kelly Casperson is a urologist, author of You Are Not Broken, and host of the You Are Not Broken podcast. Find her at kellycaspersonmd.com.

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Feeling stuck in workout clothes? Struggling with what to wear after 40? Overwhelmed by your closet but “have nothing to wear”?

In this episode of The Body Pod, we sit down with wardrobe specialist Angela Howenstein to talk about midlife style, capsule wardrobes, dressing for your body shape, and how to build a wardrobe you actually love.

If you're a woman over 40 navigating body changes, lifestyle shifts, budget decisions, and closet overwhelm — this episode is your style reset.
We cover:
How to clean out your closet without regret
Capsule wardrobe basics for women 40+
How to dress for your body shape (pear, apple, rectangle, hourglass)
Finding your best colors (color analysis for midlife women)
How to stop wasting money on clothes you never wear
Mixing high and low fashion pieces for real style
Smart shopping strategies (without trend traps)
Affordable brands vs. investment pieces
Denim advice for midlife bodies
How to build a “uniform” that works for your real life
Styling jewelry, belts, and accessories without overthinking
How to shop your own closet before buying more

Angela shares why most women over 40 feel disconnected from their style — and how to rebuild confidence without chasing trends.

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In this episode, performance psychologist and sleep scientist Dr. Raymond Prior breaks down the psychology behind why so many women struggle to make lasting changes — in their health, relationships, fitness, and everyday life. Dr. Prior unpacks the difference between a fixed mindset vs. growth mindset, how childhood beliefs shape adult anxiety and self-sabotage, and the neuroscience behind why failure feels so personal — and how to rewire that response.

We dive deep into performance psychology for everyday women, how to build stable confidence (hint: it's not a feeling, it's a skill), the dangers of helicopter parenting and enabling behavior, and why teenagers are struggling with motivation in the age of social media and dopamine addiction. Dr. Prior also shares why the anxious generation is real — and what parents can do about it.

In the second half, we get into sleep science for women over 40, including why perimenopause and menopause wreck your sleep, the truth about over-the-counter melatonin (and why it could be doing more harm than good), how body temperature regulation impacts sleep quality, and proven strategies for falling back asleep at 3am without reaching for your phone.

Whether you're a high achiever, a woman in midlife, or just someone who feels stuck — this episode will change how you think about your mind, your sleep, and your potential.

Topics covered: fixed mindset vs growth mindset, performance psychology, sleep science for women, menopause and sleep, melatonin safety, confidence building, anxiety and mindset, dopamine and social media, parenting and core beliefs, sleep hygiene, women's mental health, personal development, behavior change.

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In this episode, we sit down with accredited practicing dietitian, pro physique competitor, and online nutrition coach Holly Baxter to break down the science of fat loss, muscle building, and body recomposition for women — especially women in perimenopause and menopause. Holly shares evidence-based strategies for female fat loss, optimal protein intake for women over 35, and how to structure a resistance training program for muscle hypertrophy and bone density.

We cover high load vs. low load training for women, the truth about rep ranges for muscle growth, how reverse dieting actually works (and why Holly no longer prescribes it), creatine for women's cognition and performance, and the best supplements for midlife women. Holly also opens up about recovering from bulimia and binge eating disorder, and how healing her relationship with food transformed her coaching philosophy.

Whether you're a beginner lifter, a woman just trying to improve your health and physique and lose body fat, or a competitive bodybuilder, this episode is packed with actionable nutrition and training advice backed by real research.

Shred Happens starts April 19.
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In this episode of The Body Pod, we sit down with leading fat loss researcher Bill Campbell, professor and director of the Performance & Physique Enhancement Lab, to break down the latest science on menopause, weight loss resistance, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), GLP-1 medications, and sprint interval training.If you’re a perimenopausal or postmenopausal woman struggling with belly fat, stubborn weight gain, muscle loss, or changes in body composition, this episode is packed with evidence-based answers.
We cover:
The largest menopause fitness survey ever conducted in resistance-trained women
Why menopausal women experience accelerated abdominal and visceral fat gain
The science behind weight loss resistance in perimenopause and postmenopause
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT): risks, benefits, and why usage is rising in active womenGLP-1 medications for menopause fat loss (Ozempic, Wegovy, semaglutide) — who benefits and whySprint interval training vs. Zone 2 cardio for visceral fat loss
Cortisol myths in menopause (does HIIT “spike cortisol” and cause weight gain?)
Muscle loss, estrogen decline, and how resistance training protects lean mass
Supplements for menopausal women: protein, creatine, vitamin D, fish oil, caffeine for fat loss
Peptides, metabolism boosters, and what’s science vs. marketing
Dr. Campbell explains how estrogen decline affects fat distribution, why abdominal fat increases during the menopause transition, and what resistance-trained women can do to preserve muscle mass and metabolic health.
If you’re navigating:
Perimenopause weight gain
Postmenopause belly fat
Menopause body recomposition
HRT vs. natural menopause
GLP-1s for weight loss
Cortisol and stress hormones
Fat loss after 40 or 50
Strength training for menopausal women
Whether you're a fitness-focused woman, coach, or health professional, this conversation bridges lab research and real-world application for menopause fitness, fat loss, hormone therapy, and metabolic health.

🎧 Listen now to learn how to work with your hormones — not against them.

Shred Happens starts April 19.
Join this revolutionary 6-week challenge aimed at shredding fat and building muscle, specifically for the midlife female. Hailey's priority waitlist is your ticket to early access, special pricing and bonuses you won't find elsewhere.

YES! I WANT TO SHRED