The Vital Shift

The Vital Shift

Hosted by: Sarah Wood

The podcast for perimenopausal women who want to lose stubborn weight so they can feel at home in their body again. Join your host Sarah Wood - a certified health and wellbeing coach with a university education in...

Episodes

Stubborn weight won't budge? Why protein helps & how to get enough

Season #1 Episode #14

You've asked and now I'm delivering!All your protein question answered, including:Why mastering your protein intake is KEY to helping you lose stubborn weight in perimenopause without feeling hungry, weak or...
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From debilitating endometriosis to mum of 3 boys: An interview with Pip Lodge

Season #1 Episode #13

Listen in on my inspiring conversation with Pip Lodge, a women’s health practitioner and founder of Bloom Massage Therapy. Hear Pip’s inspiring and personal story - from being told she’d need a hysterectomy at 30 to...
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Burnout to Balance: An interview with Sinead Thoroughgood

Season #1 Episode #12

In this episode of 'The Vital Shift' podcast, I talk with Sinead Thoroughgood, creator of the Burnout 2 Balance ā€Šprogram. We discuss the importance of sleep and nervous system regulation for perimenopausal women and...
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Struggling to lose stubborn weight in perimenopause? Why building strength trumps chasing skinny!

Season #1 Episode #8

In this episode I share why strength training is essential if you want to lose stubborn weight in perimenopause AND improve your long-term health. I delve into the importance of building strength to combat muscle...
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How to enjoy your holiday without gaining weight: 6 strategies to help you relax, indulge wisely, and come home feeling restored - not regretful

Season #1 Episode #10

In this episode I share 6 strategies for perimenopausal women to maintain or even lose weight during holidays. I discuss the importance of setting clear intentions for the holiday, emphasising the value of including...
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Why most women won't permanently lose the fat they gained in perimenopause - and how YOU can

Season #1 Episode #6

In this episode of the Vital Shift podcast, I explore the challenges of sustainable fat loss - especially during perimenopause. I explain why it's so difficult to shed and maintain fat loss due to evolutionary...
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Confidence - an inside job: A conversation with coach Kylie Rae on building self-trust from the inside out.

Season #1 Episode #8

In this episode of the Vital Shift Podcast, I talk with Kylie Rae - from Kylie Rae Inspire Coaching - about the true nature of confidence and self-trust. We discuss the misconception women often have about losing...
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Fuelling for fat loss in perimenopause - The 5 nutrition principles you need to know

Season #1 Episode #7

In this episode of the Vital Shift Podcast, I tackle the complex topic of nutrition for fat loss, particularly during perimenopause. I address the common challenges faced by women in this life stage, including changes...
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Beyond the scales - Why I’m done talking about weight loss in perimenopause

Season #1 Episode #6

In this episode of the Vital Shift Podcast, I discuss a shift in my business and the promise I make to women who join my signature Lean, Strong and Thriving program - away from a focus on just weight loss and toward a...
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Perimenopause Weight Loss: The #1 Mistake High Achievers Make

Season #1 Episode #5

In this episode of the Vital Shift Podcast, we dive into the common frustrations women face while trying to lose weight during perimenopause. Despite rigorous exercise routines and disciplined diets, many women find...
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It's not just your hormones: The real reason you're gaining weight in perimenopause.

Season #1 Episode #1

In this episode of the Vital Shift Podcast, I delve into four lifestyle factors contributing to your weight gain during perimenopause, and how to combat them. I help you to see why 'balancing' or blaming your hormones...
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From cravings to clarity: what I learned from 40 days without alcohol

In this episode of the Vital Shift Podcast, Sarah shares her personal experience of taking a 40-day break from alcohol. She discusses her motivations, including improved sleep, brain clarity, and energy levels. As...
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