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684: The 5-Minute Workout That Boosts Metabolism, Energy & Reverses Aging with Ulrich Dempfle

September 30, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

“I can never get a good workout in… I don’t have the time.” 

I hear it all the time, especially from busy women. But get ready to learn the best way NEVER to say that statement again! 

In this episode, I sit down with Ulrich Dempfle, the CEO of CAROL, to talk about why carving out even a few minutes for exercise in midlife can be a total game-changer. 

Ulrich explains that the right movement is one of the most powerful things you can do to boost health span, energy, and quality sleep. 

So we dive into the science of VO₂ max and mitochondrial function (which start to decline in our 30s), and how efficient workouts can slow that process dramatically. 

For busy women in midlife, heart health and metabolic health are front and center, and CAROL’s unique approach makes it possible to train smarter, not longer, for ultimate health. 

Tune in here to learn all about CAROL, and discover how quick, intentional exercise can fit seamlessly into your hectic life WITHOUT sacrificing results!

Ulrich Dempfle

Ulrich Dempfle is the CEO and co-founder of CAROL Bike. He began his career as a mechanical engineer in Germany’s automotive industry, but later became a healthcare system consultant and is now a fitness tech pioneer.  Ulrich’s personal fitness transformation is proof of CAROL’s power. He stresses the importance of not only improving fitness but also delaying the aging process. By significantly improving his own VO2max, CAROL Bike has helped him turn back the clock on aging and keep it there.

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. Positive and healthy alternatives to long cardio exercises 
  2. Comparing the benefits of different training methods 
  3. All about CAROL, and how it can help you get your energy back 
  4. How 5 minutes on the CAROL bike can be transformative for you
  5. Physical, mental, and cognitive benefits of the CAROL bike 
  6. The science behind short, effective, rehit workouts 
  7. How CAROL is ideal for supporting women’s unique hormonal shifts in perimenopause and menopause 
  8. Get the code to claim $100 OFF your CAROL bike! 

QUOTES

“Unfortunately, with aging, we all lose about 10% of our VO2 max per decade. So it’s a progressive thing. It starts from around 30, and if you don’t do something about it, you will lose fitness progressively throughout your life.”

“Based on the feedback we’re receiving, [we] make it as simple as possible and take as many barriers away to actually stick to a workout and reap the benefits that are available from this ultra short, super efficient workout.”

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673: From Fatigued to Energized: Reclaiming Sleep in Midlife With Evidence-Based Solutions

August 22, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

Tired of dragging yourself through the day, relying on endless cups of coffee just to function? 

Then you’ll want to hear this conversation. This episode is all about reclaiming your sleep—and with it, your energy, mood, and vitality. 

Sleep is more than just the hours you clock in bed, it’s about how you feel when you wake up. And don’t you want to feel clear-headed and energized every morning?

We’ll dive into practical steps you can start tonight, from heading to bed just 15 minutes earlier to stepping outside for a moment of morning sunlight, or even supporting your body with magnesium before bedtime. 

You’ll hear why sleep is such a big pillar in feeling alive and how small changes can make a massive difference in midlife and beyond.

Tune in, reclaim your rest, and don’t forget to grab your copy of The Perimenopause Revolution in the show notes!

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. The impact a healthy sleep routine has on your overall health 
  2. What’s really happening during midlife sleep 
  3. The negative implications of sugar and alcohol before bed
  4. Optimizing your circadian rhythm with lifestyle modifications 
  5. Balancing cortisol, melatonin, and other hormones for sleep
  6. A sleep routine that sets you up for success 
  7. Morning routines to establish a healthy sleep cycle 
  8. Tips for optimizing your bedroom environment for better sleep 

QUOTES

“Elevated evening cortisol is strongly associated with delayed sleep onset, shortened sleep duration, and increased nighttime awakenings. So just know that this is real and this is happening to so many of us, particularly in perimenopause.”

“A randomized control trial in the menopause journal showed that oral micronized progesterone significantly improves sleep quality and reduces nighttime awakenings in perimenopausal women.”

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663: From Wired and Tired to Calm and Energized: The GABA-Mitochondria Connection + How to Fix It at the Cellular Level with Dr. Scott Sherr

July 18, 2025 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

Ever feel wired… yet exhausted? Or anxious… yet depleted?

In this episode, I’m sitting down with Dr. Scott Sherr, a visionary physician and expert in cutting-edge mitochondrial and nervous system healing, and he unpacks why so many women in midlife feel overstimulated and underpowered at the same time. 

We dive into the role of GABA, the calming neurotransmitter your body craves, and why it’s often depleted during midlife, contributing to the anxiety, insomnia, and mood dips that leave you feeling unlike yourself. 

Dr. Sherr also explains how mitochondrial dysfunction silently sabotages your energy, sleep, and even your joy—and what you can do to restore it naturally and effectively. 

This conversation is packed with practical, science-backed strategies to help you step out of the cycle of stress and burnout and into a state of calm, clear, vibrant energy. 

Ready to reclaim your vitality at every age? This podcast is for you! 

Dr. Schott Sherr 

Dr. Scott Sherr is a Board Certified Internal Medicine Physician Certified to Practice Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe) and a Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) specialist. He’s the COO of Troscriptions, which offers formulations for optimal energy, focus, sleep, and stress support. He’s also the VP of Health Optimization Medicine and Practice (HOMe/HOPe), the nonprofit arm of Troscriptions, which trains practitioners on optimizing health rather than treating disease.

IN THIS EPISODE

  1. The biggest factors that shift our metabolic energy 
  2. What is GABA, and why does it help balance our nervous system? 
  3. Natural ways to support the GABA system 
  4. Supplementation to support the GABA system 
  5. How to support healing and enhance mitochondrial function 
  6. How methylene blue helps support mitochondrial function
  7. About Dr. Scott’s nonprofit: Health Optimization Medicine (HOMe)

QUOTES

“A big thing I’ve seen recently is tons of anxiety, tons of insomnia, tons of depression related to this inability to calm down, to turn our brains off. And some of those hormones that are transitioning as you go through the perimenopausal state are a big part of this.”

If we really want to focus on holistically improving your sleep, relationships, and energy,  the primary focus needs to be downregulating your sympathetic nervous system and increasing your parasympathetic with the GABA enhancement aspect.”

“That’s a really cool way of holistically enhancing the GABA system without causing GABA depletion or GABA deficiency on its own.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

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Dr. Scott Sherr’s Website 

Dr. Scott’s Instagram 

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#599: How to Wake Up Feeling Well Rested by Optimizing Sleep & Your Sleep-Wake Cycle with Lynne Peeples

September 24, 2024 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Are you waking up feeling exhausted—even after a full night’s sleep? 

It’s one of the top complaints I hear from women and something I’ve personally struggled with, too.

Which can be especially frustrating when you know you’re doing everything else right.

You’re eating clean. Walking after meals. Taking supplements… 

So, what else could be causing it?

Meet your circadian rhythm (aka your biological clock). 

In this episode, I sat down with award-winning science journalist and circadian rhythm expert, Lynne Peeples—to help you get to the bottom of your morning sluggishness and start waking up energized.

Lynne shared powerful tips from her new book (The Inner Clock) about how simple daily habits—like getting morning light and avoiding late meals—can reset your internal clock, balance hormones, and give you all-day energy. 

We also discussed the importance of wearables—with specific recommendations for optimizing your body’s natural rhythms. 

Tune in for the crucial steps you NEED to take to reset your circadian rhythm and feel better today! 

IN THIS EPISODE

  • Why circadian rhythm matters for women’s health, especially during perimenopause
  • How morning light exposure sets your biological clock for the day
  • The role of consistency in sleep, eating times, and daily routines for optimal health
  • Why time-restricted eating and meal timing matter for your metabolism
  • Practical ways to dim lights, avoid screens, and create an evening routine that supports sleep
  • The impact of alcohol on your circadian rhythm and sleep quality
  • Lynne’s personal experiences and what she learned from tracking her internal clock

QUOTES

“Circadian rhythms affect so much more than just sleep. They’re tied to our hormones, metabolism, mood, and even our gut health. Keeping these rhythms in sync can make a world of difference for your overall well-being.”

“Getting outside within the first couple hours of waking up is key. Just 10 to 15 minutes of natural light—even on a cloudy day—helps set your circadian rhythm and sets you up for better sleep that night.” 

“Our digestive system is tied to our biological clock. Eating late at night spikes your blood sugar more, raises your core temperature, and disrupts sleep. Keeping meals within a 10-hour window—earlier in the day—helps support metabolism and balance.” 

“Morning light is critical for setting your internal clock. Even on cloudy days, get outside—natural light is still much stronger than indoor light and it helps you stay in sync with your body’s natural rhythm.”

“The consistency piece is huge—eating, sleeping, and exercising at the same time every day. That keeps your body’s clocks in sync and makes it easier to fall asleep, wake up refreshed, and maintain your energy throughout the day.” 

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