The Weekly Riff with Louise Green
The Weekly Riff cuts through fitness culture’s noise with real talk from Louise Green — award-winning coach, author, and size-inclusive fitness trailblazer redefining what strength looks like. In a world where most fitness spaces still exclude, this podcast offers something rare: a space that honours all bodies and holds the belief that your body is fully capable of strength, power, and performance — through every season of life, including midlife and menopause.
Each 20-minute episode dives into strength training, body image, mindset, and the deeper layers of showing up for yourself — without the toxic pressure to shrink, conform, or apologize. Louise blends expert insight, lived experience, and raw honesty to explore how we can all train for strength and self-respect, not validation.
Expect conversations that challenge stereotypes, dismantle diet culture, and invite you to rise — as you are, right now.
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The Weekly Riff with Louise Green
Episode 19 – Harnessing Strength: Your Superpower in Every Hormone Stage
In this episode, Louise Green discusses the significant impact of menopause and perimenopause on women's health, particularly focusing on the role of exercise in managing symptoms and maintaining overall well-being. She emphasizes the importance of understanding hormonal changes, the benefits of strength training, and the need for proactive health measures as women age. The conversation highlights various aspects of health, including mental health, bone density, and cardiovascular fitness, providing insights and practical advice for women navigating these life stages.
Takeaways
- Menopause is a significant life stage that affects women's health.
- Exercise can help manage symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats.
- Regular physical activity improves sleep quality and reduces anxiety.
- Strength training is crucial for maintaining bone density and muscle mass.
- It's important to be proactive about health as we age.
- Women should seek knowledgeable healthcare providers for hormonal health.
- Mental health can be impacted during hormonal changes, and exercise can help.
- Weight redistribution during menopause is common and should be understood.
- It's never too late to start a fitness routine for health benefits.
- 20-30 minutes of exercise most days can greatly improve overall health.
Louise Green is an award-winning coach with 20 years invested in working with women of all body sizes. She has coached thousands of women from all over the world, if you're ready take the next step in your strength, check out her coaching program: https://www.louisegreeninc.com/size-strong
Louise Green is an award-winning coach with 20 years invested in working with women of all body sizes. She has coached thousands of women from all over the world, if you're ready take the next step in your strength, check out her coaching program: https://www.louisegreeninc.com/size-strong