Inspire Fitness
The Podcast is for women over age 40 who want to get fit, lose fat & gain confidence. The Inspire Fitness Podcast host, Casey Young, is a Registered Dietitian & Certified Personal Trainer. Casey is passionate about helping women become healthy, strong & confident. She is a mom to 3 teenage boys & is married. She is owner & founder of Inspire Health & Wellness and offers virtual nutrition coaching & a virtual fitness program to women worldwide.
Episodes
168 episodes
The Truth About GLP-1s: You Can’t Skip Strength Training
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic®, Wegovy®, or Mounjaro® can be powerful tools for appetite control and weight loss-but here’s the truth no one’s talking about: without strength training, you risk losing valuable muscle right along with the fat.<...
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Season 2
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Episode 168
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16:50
Sick & Tired of Starting Over? Let’s Break the Cycle.
If you’re sick and tired of starting over, sick and tired of your own excuses, and flat-out exhausted from breaking promises to yourself… this episode is for you.Today I’m giving you the Monday motivation you actually need - no ...
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Season 2
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Episode 167
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13:59
Your Secret Weapon for Fat Loss: Meal Prep
Meal prep doesn’t have to mean spending hours in the kitchen or eating the same boring chicken and broccoli every day. In this episode, I’m breaking down how a little planning and preparation can completely change the game for busy women over 4...
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Season 2
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Episode 166
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15:08
Beyond the Scale: Katie’s Strength Training Journey While Using GLP-1s
What really happens when you combine medication with muscle? In this powerful episode, I sit down with my friend Katie, who has lost nearly 50 pounds over the past two and a half years -but her journey is about so much more than the number on t...
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Season 2
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Episode 165
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54:26
5 Things I’d Do if I Were Starting Strength Training at 40+
🍂 Fall is here - and that means new routines, fresh schedules, and the perfect chance to reset.If you’ve been off your workouts or you’ve been thinking about getting started with strength training (especially if you’re a woman i...
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Season 2
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Episode 164
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15:24
Falling Back Into Routine: Why Fall Is the Best Season to Reset Your Fitness & Nutrition
Fall is here, and with it comes the return of structure, schedules, and routines. After a summer of late nights, vacations, and a little less predictability, the back-to-school season can feel both overwhelming and refreshing.In this epi...
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Season 2
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Episode 163
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16:43
Heart Rate Zones 101: How to Train Smarter, Not Just Harder
Ever wondered if you’re pushing hard enough in your workouts- or maybe too hard? The answer might be hiding in your heart rate. In this episode, we’re breaking down heart rate training zones and what they mean for cardio, HIIT, and strength tra...
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Season 2
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Episode 162
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18:49
Boost Fat Loss & Endurance with Zone 2 Cardio
Zone 2 cardio might just be the most overlooked tool in your fitness toolbox, especially for women in mid-life. In this episode, I break down exactly what Zone 2 is, why it’s so powerful for building endurance, improving recovery, and supportin...
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Season 2
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Episode 161
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13:25
Direction Over Hustle: Why Clarity Wins Every Time in Your Fitness Journey
Are you spinning your wheels with workouts, macros, and "doing all the right things"-but still not seeing the results you want? This episode is your wake-up call to slow down and get clear.Inspired by the wisdom of the Cheshire ...
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Season 2
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Episode 160
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13:04
Move Better, Feel Better: The Power of Mobility
Mobility isn’t just for yogis or athletes- it’s essential for every woman over 40 who wants to move, lift, and live with ease.In this episode, we’re breaking down what mobility exercises really are (hint: they’re not just fancy ...
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Season 2
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Episode 159
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14:01
Why Chasing Fast Fat Loss Keeps You Stuck
In a world full of shortcuts, quick fixes, and shiny promises, it’s easy to get distracted by the “fast lane” to fat loss. But here’s the truth: it’s better to climb slowly up the right mountain than fast up the wrong one.In this ...
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Season 2
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Episode 158
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12:27
The Most Important Part of Your Deload Week (It’s Not Just About Lighter Weights)
Deload week isn’t just about lifting lighter- it’s about giving your body what it actually needs to grow stronger. In this short and powerful episode, I’m talking about the mental challenge of slowing down when you’ve finally built mom...
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Season 2
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Episode 157
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12:36
Muscle Soreness 101: How to Recover Faster & Keep Moving
Sore Muscles? Here's How to Bounce Back FasterStarting a new fitness routine? Muscle soreness is totally normal, but it doesn't have to knock you out. In this episode, I’m sharing smart, simple strategies to ease that post-workout...
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Season 2
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Episode 156
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19:50
Why Skipping a Deload Week Might Be Sabotaging Your Strength
If you’re a woman over 40 who’s been lifting consistently and pushing for progress, but feeling extra sore, mentally drained, or stuck in a plateau- this episode is for you.We’re breaking down deload weeks- what they are, why...
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Season 2
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Episode 155
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15:27
Why Compound Lifts Are a Game-Changer for Women 40+
In this episode, we're diving into the real powerhouse moves of strength training-compound lifts. I’ll break down exactly what they are, why they matter so much for women over 40, and how they can help you burn fat, build muscle, and b...
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Season 2
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Episode 154
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18:36
Why I’ve Been Gluten-Free For 6 Months (and What I’ve Noticed)
In this episode, I’m opening up about something I’ve never shared publicly: I’ve been gluten-free since the end of January, not because I think everyone should be, but because I started paying attention to how my body was feeling. ...
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Season 2
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Episode 153
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24:43
Back to Basics: How to Refocus When Life (or Boredom) Knocks You Off Track
If you’ve been feeling off-track lately - whether life got busy, you lost motivation, or you’re just a little bored with your routine, this episode is your reset. I’m diving into why we tend to drift from what actually works, how distr...
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Season 2
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Episode 152
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22:01
Yoga, Strength & Perimenopause: A Conversation With Andrea van Niekerk
In this powerful convo, I sit down with Andrea van Niekerk, a yoga instructor specializing in perimenopause. We dive into how movement shifts in your 40s, why strength training belongs in every woman’s routine, and how yoga...
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Season 2
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Episode 151
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43:11
Why You Keep Falling Off Track Every Weekend -And How to Break the Cycle
If you’ve ever felt like you’re “good” all week and then completely unravel every weekend… this episode is for you.We’re digging into why so many women over 40 struggle to stay consistent on the weekends, and what you can do to finally b...
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Season 2
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Episode 150
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14:29
Monday is Here. Now What?
Did the weekend leave you feeling a little off track? Maybe it started with a glass of wine and turned into skipping your workouts, eating out more than you planned, and telling yourself you’d “start fresh Monday.” Well, Monday’s here. Now what...
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Season 2
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Episode 149
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11:35
The Messy Middle: Why It Feels So Hard Right Now
Feeling stuck, tired, or like your progress has stalled? You might just be in the messy middle, and that’s exactly where change really happens.In this episode, Casey shares a behind-the-scenes look at the ch...
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Season 2
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Episode 148
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14:59
Summer Fun Without the Setback: How to Stay On Track Without Missing Out
Summer doesn’t have to mean sliding backwards on your goals. In this episode, I’m breaking down four simple, realistic strategies to help you stay consistent with your fitness and nutrition- while still soaking up all the fun. From ...
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Season 2
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Episode 147
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14:21
Sustainable, Strong & 20 Pounds Down: Megan’s Inspire Journey
In today’s episode, I’m joined by one of my incredible clients, Megan—a 45-year-old working mom of two teenage boys- who has completely transformed her approach to fitness and nutrition over the past few years.Megan has been a part of ou...
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Season 2
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Episode 146
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41:18
Vacation Mode: How I Ate Intentionally Without Tracking
Tired of feeling like vacation always sets you back? In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how I navigated a recent trip without tracking every bite, but still stayed intentional, fueled my body, and felt amazing when I got home....
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Season 2
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Episode 145
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17:38
Mindset Miniseries #5: Discipline Over Motivation - The Real Secret to Consistency
Still waiting for motivation to magically show up and carry you through your fitness journey? It’s time for a mindset upgrade.In this final episode of the Mindset Mini-Series, we’re talking about why discipline-not motivation- is the ...
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Season 2
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Episode 144
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15:40