Hack My Age

Zora Benhamou
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Jan 19, 2026 • 1h 1min

Midlife Back Pain Relief: What Actually Works and What's Just Hype - Megan Dahlman

Do you feel like pain is just part of getting older? Maybe your back aches after a long day, your knees crack when you squat, or you've been told to "just stretch more", but it doesn't help. Then this episode is for you. Today's guest is a Strength and Conditioning Specialist - Megan Dahlman, and she is here to flip that script. We Cover: The real reasons so many women experience pain in midlife (hint: not just aging) Why women often push through pain and how that backfires How declining estrogen affects joint health and inflammation Mechanical vs. chemical causes of pain, and how to tell the difference The "Big 3" behind alleviating back pain A rapid fire on popular pain management tools Simple movements that create long-term relief In her 17 years of professional training, Megan Dahlman has become the sought-after trainer for women over 40 who want to be strong and live a long, energetic life. Leveraging a degree in Exercise Science and certification as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), she has an uncanny ability to make fitness and nutrition simple, doable, and most importantly, sustainable. Through her top ranked podcast, Self Care Simplified, and online training programs and courses, it's her mission to help women in midlife and beyond feel strong, pain-free, and confident in all aspects of their body. Weekly Jumpstart email newsletter - https://www.weeklyjumpstart.com/ 5 Day Core Tune Up - https://5daycore.com Contact Megan Dahlman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megandahlman Weekly Jumpstart: www.weeklyjumpstart.com Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ For transparency: Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.
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Jan 16, 2026 • 56min

How To Choose A Breast Screening Method: To Mammogram Or Not? - Cynthia Thurlow

Cynthia Thurlow breaks down the conflicting information around mammograms, cancer risk and screening choices so women can make empowered, evidence-driven decisions about their breast health. We cover: If mammograms remain the gold standard for breast cancer screening The radiation reality and should we be concerned Is there really overscreening and overdiagnosing The limitations of alternative screening services The real lifestyle drivers of breast cancer risk that deserve attention Cynthia Thurlow is a nurse practitioner, host of the Everyday Wellness podcast, author and international speaker, with over 15 million views for her second TEDx talk (Intermittent Fasting: Transformational Technique). With over 25 years experience in health and wellness, Cynthia is a globally recognized expert in perimenopause/menopause and intermittent fasting, and has been featured on ABC, FOX5, KTLA, CW, Medium, Entrepreneur, and The Megyn Kelly Show. Her mission is to help empower women to live their most optimal lives in perimenopause and beyond. Supplements themidlifepause.com Discount code ZORA 10% off HRT Guide: cynthiathurlow.com/hrt Contact Cynthia Thurlow Twitter: https://twitter.com/CynthiaThurlow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cynthia_thurlow___/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1004505663061383 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cynthia-thurlow-50395a9/ https://www.tiktok.com/@cynthia_thurlow_ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/cynthiathurlow Website: https://cynthiathurlow.com/ Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.
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Jan 12, 2026 • 1h 32min

Get Stronger With Less Strain and Risk: How To Choose The Right BFR For You - Dr. Susie Lachowski Glass

Dr. Susie Lachowski-Glass is a distinguished exercise physiologist and educator, currently serving as the Executive Director and Associate Professor in the Division of Health and Human Performance at American International College. She holds core faculty status in the Division of Physical Therapy and is widely recognized for her expertise in the KAATSU & Blood Flow Restriction (BFRT) Training modalities. Dr. Lachowski-Glass is an educational and practitioner leader in the rapidly evolving field of KAATSU & BFR Training, working to shape current best practices, standards and applications. Through Glass Training and Education, she provides comprehensive CEU courses designed to help professionals safely and effectively implement these techniques in practice as well as trains the athletic and general populations in applying the modalities safely and effectively to improve performance and quality of life. Blood Flow Restriction Training Overview/Information Sheet https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UIRuWM0yNcRB4xwdSWnHSDAnE0LVWVsW/view?usp=drive_link Online CEU Comprehensive Course in Blood Flow Restriction Training: https://www.glasstrainingandeducation.com/Hosting_BFR_Course Contact Dr. Susie Lachowski-Glass Website: https://www.glasstrainingandeducation.com/blood-flow-restriction-training Instagram: @dr.susielachowski YouTube: @glasstrainingandeducation Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.
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Jan 9, 2026 • 26min

Is It Too Late for HRT? When to Start, When to Stop - Zora Benhamou

Is it really too late to start hormone therapy if you're over 60 or more than 10 years post-menopause, or is that one of the most misunderstood rules in women's health? If you've been told "no" based purely on age or timing and left feeling confused, dismissed, or scared, then this episode is for you. We Cover: When is it too late to start HRT What matters more than your age when deciding on hormone therapy What the Women's Health Initiative (WHI) really showed about age, risk, and hormones What is the Timing Hypothesis and best time to start HRT, if at all. How long you can stay on HRT and what happens when you stop Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.
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Jan 5, 2026 • 1h 5min

Why Pleasure and Intimacy Fade in Menopause & What To Do About It - Dr. Maria Sophocles

Do you feel there's more and more emotional distance between you and your partner? Are you struggling to keep up with intimacy and romance and maybe even losing that connection you once had? Then this episode is for you. Today we meet OBGYN and sexual medicine specialist Dr. Maria Sophocles, who sheds light on what she calls "The Bedroom Gap." This gap describes the mismatch in desire, expectations, and physical ability between partners, especially as we age and go through menopause. We also cover: How hormonal changes, body image, and relationship dynamics intersect The biopsychosocial approach to sexual health — and why focusing on only hormones or meds isn't enough Practical strategies to improve communication and connection with your partner The role of estrogen, testosterone, and when to use FDA-approved treatments How to find ethical and effective sexual health professionals, from pelvic floor therapists to certified sex therapists, she rattled off some great resources, so get out your pen and paper. Why older women often rediscover pleasure and confidence once shame and societal pressure fade away Dr. Maria Sophocles has spent 30 years as a gynecologist and public advocate for women's health. Her mission to close the gendered healthcare gap inspired her viral TED talk and her book called The Bedroom Gap. She fought for 7 years for the creation of legislation providing access to contraception in New Jersey. Her Princeton clinic and virtual practice serves 30,000 women in the US and globally. She is currently working on a documentary about sex and menopause and developing a health clinic in rural Kenya. The Bedroom Gap Book: https://mariasophoclesmd.com/book/ Contact Dr. Maria Sophocles: Website: https://mariasophoclesmd.com Instagram: https://instagram.com/mariasophoclesmd LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maria-sophocles-591a8b10/ Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.
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Jan 2, 2026 • 1h 18min

A Brain Scientist Uncovers Why Migraine Meds Backfire And A New Breakthrough- Dr. Elena Gross

Dr. Elena Gross is a neuroscientist, PhD in clinical research and most importantly - a former chronic migraineur. The lack of tolerable and efficacious treatment options for migraine led her to pursue a MSc in Neuroscience at the University of Oxford and a PhD in Clinical Research at the University of Basel, with the goal of having a better understanding of this common and debilitating disease and ultimately improving clinical care. I am particularly passionate about the therapeutic benefits of ketosis and other nutritional interventions, the role of mitochondrial functioning and energy metabolism in brain health & neurological diseases (particularly migraine), as well as increasing our health span via disease prevention. She is the inventor of four patents, founder & CEO of KetoSwiss and Brain Ritual. Her migraine research papers have been published in high-ranking journals. Disclaimer: None of what we talk about is to be considered medical advice, everything is personal experience only. Please discuss with your medical professional before making any changes concerning your health, diet, or products used. Book: How to Master Migraine https://amzn.to/4i34ZN6 Brain Food: www.brainritual.com https://www.brainritual.com/hackmyage $30 off Contact Dr. Elena Gross: @drelenagross @brainritual Email: info@brainritual.com Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ For transparency: Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.
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Dec 29, 2025 • 1h 13min

Advanced Biohacks For Hair Loss in Menopause - Dr. Alan Bauman

Is menopause making your hair fall out? You're not imagining it, and it's not just aging. In this episode, I'm joined by world-renowned hair restoration expert Dr. Alan Bauman, who has treated over 35,000 patients, performed 13,000 hair transplant procedures, and pioneered technologies like FUE, PRP, and needle-free hair restoration. Dr. Bauman explains what's really behind menopause hair loss, from hormonal changes to nutrient deficiencies, stress, and genetics. He breaks down which treatments are actually worth your time (and money) and which are just marketing hype. We cover: Why hormonal shifts in menopause trigger hair loss Early red flags your hair loss is hormonally driven How stress, cortisol, and poor sleep accelerate shedding PRP and stem cells for regrowth Which peptides are best for hair The truth about Minoxidil, red light therapy, and "natural" oils What to do first when you notice thinning hair The future of hair restoration for women Dr. Alan Bauman is a board-certified hair restoration physician, founder of Bauman Medical, and one of only 200 doctors worldwide certified by the American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery. He's been featured on Good Morning America, The Doctors, Oprah Magazine, Vogue, and more, and was voted "#1 Top Hair Restoration Surgeon" in North America for nine consecutive years. Complimentary New Patient Evaluation with the purchase of a Bauman Turbo LaserCap ($500 value) Contact Dr. Alan Bauman Website: baumanmedical.com Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join ⁠⁠⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠ before January 1, 2025 to win Timeline's Mitopure longevity gummies. Or 20% off at timeline.com/zora Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ For transparency: Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.
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Dec 26, 2025 • 40min

2025 Menopause Year in Review: What Mattered, What Didn't, and What's Next - Zora Benhamou

In this solo episode, gerontologist Zora Benhamou reflects on what actually moved the needle this year, both in science and in her own body, practice, community and learning. A grounded, honest year-in-review on menopause, bone health, HRT, screening, muscle, recovery, and why swinging back to the middle changed everything for me in 2025 after 104 episodes this year. We cover: The menopause groundbreaker from 2025 that quietly is changing everything Why bone health took over the conversation and what most people are missing How to think clearly about hormones, screening, and testing without swinging to extremes The one factor that keeps showing up for strength, recovery, and longevity What I am most excited about for 2026 And so much more! RESOURCES: Evita: https://evitasocial.com Bone episode: https://youtu.be/KbXyr0rc84o?si=VwPsMwddw4EU6PWZ Mammogram episode: https://youtu.be/xUCLxJPQrdw?si=bxFPVX88aRWZ21o9 BFR episode: https://youtu.be/PphN-KS7Nwc?si=MOOvvxASOnpf_R6Q Osteoarthritis episode: https://youtu.be/mCrvt0DsLAw?si=_xGr2J3pz3uyvWWn Surgery recovery episode: https://youtu.be/qlhu7eTS-zw?si=xBMaj-JNV3n_8q9R Libido episode: https://youtu.be/Et-I1Z6T4GM?si=u0WaAnBUwbnH24Nk HRT Dr. Gersh episode: https://youtu.be/rilVaK7Fh94?si=QR67OgW_XreciO1t Plastic surgery episode: https://youtu.be/2a-8JHiPoL8?si=ybdyNE5VzRpMp0VK Dr. Lindsey Berkson HRT episode: https://youtu.be/g9rU2eUonzA?si=tFiaPvOi8DpHQ8p6 Dr. Nasha Winters cancer episode: https://youtu.be/YcpJcjwc3Jc?si=FpJeTUi7nLDb36DY NAD episode: https://youtu.be/23deLszz0ww?si=ZZjB9pHkHliQarFF Gray area drinking episode: https://youtu.be/fhHXPgsucYY?si=VSI2SHwtIoxdtlDz Emotional eating episode: https://youtu.be/oWcSUZREPr8?si=UJ8IW0ysz0mJuC-w Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.
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Dec 22, 2025 • 31min

Will This Bone Supplement Help Or Make Things Worse? - Dr. Doug Lucas

Are you taking a bone supplement to improve your DEXA bone density score? Did you hear that strontium, a molecule found in some bone supplements, may increase risk of heart attack and blood clotting? I did! And that freaked me out. So, what did I do? Contacted my bone doctor bestie Dr. Doug Lucas to sort this all out. Dr Doug Lucas is a leading osteoporosis and bone health specialist who gives us clarity in this short episode, especially if you're taking AlgaeCal or considering adding strontium to your routine. We cover: · If strontium falsely inflates DEXA scores · The difference between strontium ranelate and strontium citrate · Do they really lower fracture risk · What's more important? Bone quality or bone density? · Which scans can show bone strength? · What happens when we stop strontium · What women should actually focus on for fracture prevention Dr. Doug Lucas is a leading expert in osteoporosis and longevity medicine. As a double board-certified physician and founder of The OsteoCollective, he helps people—especially midlife women—reverse bone loss, optimize hormones, and reclaim strength and vitality through an evidence-based, root-cause approach. His message: osteoporosis is not a life sentence, and conventional medicine isn't your only option. Dr. Doug left his career as an orthopedic surgeon after becoming frustrated with a system that waited until bones were broken before taking action. Now, he's on a mission to teach people how to take control of their health before disease sets in. Whether he's speaking on bone health, functional medicine, or aging with intention, Dr. Doug delivers clear, relatable, science-backed insights your audience will remember—and act on. Contact Dr. Doug Lucas: Website: https://www.osteocollective.com/media YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Dr_DougLucas Give thanks to our sponsors: Try Vitali skincare. 20% off with code ZORA here - https://vitaliskincare.com Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Try Troscriptions for 10% off with code ZORA https://troscriptions.com/zora Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ For transparency: Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.
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Dec 19, 2025 • 1h 10min

Ninja Warrior at 71, Strength Training in Older Age, Reversing Osteopenia - Ginny MacColl

What if your strongest years came after 70? If you're sitting around thinking my best years are over and it's all downhill from here, then this episode is for you. Ginny MacColl is the oldest woman ever to compete on American Ninja Warrior at age 71. She proves that it's never too late to start strength training, rebuild bone density, or completely reinvent yourself. We cover: How Ginny went from Broadway dancer to mom working 3 jobs, to Ninja Warrior The exact steps she took that helped her reverse osteopenia How to build confidence after failure and keep showing up The role of mindset, community, play and just having fun in lifelong fitness How she continues to set new goals and push physical boundaries in her 70s Ginny MacColl is an actress, dancer, and American Ninja Warrior competitor who began her athletic journey later in life. After being diagnosed with osteopenia, she turned to strength training and ultimately became a national symbol of what healthy aging can look like. She's the mother of professional stuntwoman and Ninja Warrior Jessie Graff, and continues to inspire women of all ages to stay strong, capable, and courageous. Contact Ginny MacColl Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ginnymaccoll/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gmaccoll/ YouTube: youtube.com/@ginnymaccoll996 Give thanks to our sponsors: Get Troscriptions at 10% off with code ZORA here - https://troscriptions.com/ZORA Get Primeadine spermidine by Oxford Healthspan. 15% discount with code ZORA ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - http://oxfordhealthspan.com/discount/ZORA Get Mitopure Urolithin A by Timeline. 20% discount with code ZORA at https://timeline.com/zora Try Suji to improve muscle 10% off with code ZORA at TrySuji.com - https://trysuji.com Try OneSkin skincare with code ZORA for 15% off https://oneskin.pxf.io/c/3974954/2885171/31050 Join the Hack My Age community on: YouTube: https://youtube.com/@hackmyage Facebook Page: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Hack My Age⁠ Facebook Group: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠Biohacking Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ Biohacking Menopause Private Women's Only Support Group: https://hackmyage.com/biohacking-menopause-membership/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@⁠HackMyAge⁠ Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HackMyAge.com⁠ For partnership inquiries: https://www.category3.ca/ Some episodes of Hack My Age are supported by partners whose products or services may be discussed during the show. The host may receive compensation or earn a minor commission if you purchase through affiliate links at no extra cost to you. All opinions shared are those of the host and guests, based on personal experience and research, and do not necessarily represent the views of any sponsor. Sponsorships do not imply medical endorsement or approval by any healthcare provider featured on this podcast.

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