Well Beyond 40
Well Beyond 40 with JJ Virgin is the podcast for women who want to age powerfully and enjoy the best chapter of their lives. It’s YOUR turn now to focus on nutrition, wellness, fitness, mindfulness, and beauty. Refuel your body. Reignite your wellness. Renew your passion. Fall (back) in love with your life, and discover what it means to age powerfully. Every information-packed episode combines cutting-edge science, pearls of wisdom from JJ’s four decades as a health and wellness leader and the world’s leading experts on weight loss, metabolism, menopause, life transitions and much more. We dive deep into topics like cultivating mindfulness, building strong relationships and setting boundaries, and choosing health…in a nutshell, how we can AGE POWERFULLY into this second half of our lives. At Well Beyond 40, we empower women in their 40s, 50s, 60, 70s (and beyond!) to defy stereotypes and say, “It's my time now. It's my turn now. It’s my opportunity to step into my best life!” For four decades, JJ Virgin has helped people lose weight and stop weight regain by eliminating hidden food intolerances and lowering their sugar impact. As a triple-board certified nutrition expert and Fitness Hall of Famer, JJ helps you stay fired up and focused on being your healthiest rockstar self. In addition to hosting Well Beyond 40, JJ is a prominent TV and media personality. She was co-host of TLC’s Freaky Eaters and the on-camera nutritionist for Weight Loss Challenges on Dr. Phil. Over the years, JJ has made numerous appearances on PBS, Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, Access Hollywood, and the TODAY Show. She also speaks regularly and has shared the stage with notables including Seth Godin, Lisa Nichols, Gary Vaynerchuk, Mark Hyman, Dan Buettner, and Mary Morrissey. JJ is the author of 4 New York Times bestsellers: The Virgin Diet, The Virgin Diet Cookbook, The Sugar Impact Diet, and The Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook. JJ is also the author of Warrior Mom: 7 Secrets to Bold, Brave Resilience. She regularly writes for major blogs and other publications including mindbodygreen and Medium. Visit jjvirgin.com for hundreds of free recipes and resources, plus state-of-the-art programs, products, and plenty of support to help you rev up your metabolism, reignite your wellness, and step powerfully into the second half of your life. Love the Podcast? Here’s what to do: Make My Day & Share Your Thoughts! - Subscribe to the podcast & leave me a review - Text a screenshot to 813-565-2627 - Expect a personal reply because your voice is so important to me. Join 55,000+ followers who make this podcast thrive.
Latest episodes
May 22, 2021 • 33min
[Bonus Episode] This Simple, Important Choice Can Change Your Life with Mike Bayer
Coach Mike Bayer, New York Times Best Selling Author, TV Personality, and mental health advocate is on a mission to help people achieve sound mental health to become their best selves. He joins JJ for today’s podcast to talk about decision-making. We make an estimated 35,000 decisions every day, and Coach Mike wants to help you navigate the forces that routinely drive your decision-making and transform the obstacles in your life into new opportunities. Drawing on twenty years of experience and his new book: One Decision: The First Step to a Better Life, Coach Mike explains that making big changes in your life isn't about taking one overwhelming big step. It's about starting with a single, important choice we can make every day: the decision to be authentic. Listen in to hear Mike’s tips to help you improve your life, find your purpose, improve your mental health and relationships, work on your physical health, and even make more money. Coach Mike has a refreshing approach for motivating you to take a risk, be bold, and take real action toward a better life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 21, 2021 • 9min
I Have Plantar Fasciitis. How Do I Workout Without Hurting Myself?
"I have plantar fasciitis. How do I workout without hurting myself? asks Nancy Gilbert from Instagram. Here with our answer is Dr. Emily Kiberd, chiropractor, movement specialist, and founder of Urban Wellness clinic. According to Dr. Kiberd, the most important activity you can do with a condition like plantar fasciitis is strength training. Listen in to her full answer as she breaks down why strength training is so important, and how you can introduce it into your daily life. For more from Dr. Kiberd, check out her FREE guide at members.dremilykiberd.com/~access/a2c137f, and learn the 3 things NOT TO DO in your workout if you have Hashimoto’s and WHAT TO DO instead! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 20, 2021 • 8min
What’s the Best Exercise for Someone With Hypothyroidism?
"What's the best exercise for someone with hypothyroidism?" asks Carol10 from Instagram. Here to answer this question is Dr. Emily Kiberd, chiropractor, movement specialist, and founder of Urban Wellness clinic. In her answer, Dr. Kiberd describes that strength training is the key exercise when facing hypothyroidism. Tune into her full answer where she gives us specific steps and actions to introduce this form of exercise into your fitness plan. For more from Dr. Kiberd, check out her FREE guide at members.dremilykiberd.com/~access/a2c137f, and learn the 3 things NOT TO DO in your workout if you have Hashimoto’s and WHAT TO DO instead! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 19, 2021 • 9min
Do You Have Suggestions on Exercise for Those With Chronic Fatigue and/or Immunosuppression?
"Do you have suggestions on excercise for those with chronic fatigue and/or immunosuppression?" asks Lea Mac from Facebook. Here with our answer is Dr. Emily Kiberd, chiropractor, movement specialist, and founder of Urban Wellness clinic. When exercising with chronic fatigue, it's important to start slow and work up to more intense workouts. Listen to the full answer where Dr. Kiberd gives plenty of ideas on how to progressively intensify your workouts even with conditions like chronic fatigue. For more from Dr. Kiberd, check out her FREE guide at members.dremilykiberd.com/~access/a2c137f, and learn the 3 things NOT TO DO in your workout if you have Hashimoto’s and WHAT TO DO instead! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 18, 2021 • 9min
How Do I Workout Without Feeling Super Fatigued Afterwards?
"How do I workout without feeling super fatigued afterwards?" asks Bailey Lynn from Instagram. Here to answer is Dr. Emily Kiberd, chiropractor, movement specialist, and founder of Urban Wellness clinic. According to Dr. Kiberd, it's important to meet yourself where you're at. Tune in to her full answer where she describes how to ease into workouts without being overly affected by fatigue. For more from Dr. Kiberd, check out her FREE guide at members.dremilykiberd.com/~access/a2c137f, and learn the 3 things NOT TO DO in your workout if you have Hashimoto’s and WHAT TO DO instead! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 17, 2021 • 8min
How Do I Start to Workout at Home If I Don’t Have Weights?
"How do I start to workout at home if I don't have weights?" asks Norma from the Thyroid Strong Facebook group. Here with our answer is Dr. Emily Kiberd, chiropractor, movement specialist, and founder of Urban Wellness clinic. In her answer, Emily gives us plenty of actionable exercises which anyone can do regardless of what equipment you do or don't have at home. If you want to build a sustainable home workout routine, this episode is a must-listen. For more from Dr. Kiberd, check out her FREE guide at members.dremilykiberd.com/~access/a2c137f, and learn the 3 things NOT TO DO in your workout if you have Hashimoto’s and WHAT TO DO instead! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 15, 2021 • 34min
[Bonus Episode] Change Your Habits, Change Your Life with Maneesh Sethi
Maneesh Sethi grew up struggling with ADHD, having trouble focusing and getting things done. He learned early on that the secret to success was in his habits, and he joins JJ today to share how you, too, can change the habits that are holding you back from achieving your goals. Listen as Maneesh talks about his innovative technology called Pavlok and how it can help you break unhealthy habits and transform your life. As Aristotle once said: we are what we repeatedly do. Find out the simple steps you can take to upgrade your habits and sculpt your best self! Get your free Habits Audit by going to jjvirgin.com/pavlok Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 14, 2021 • 9min
If a Person Is Suffering From High Blood Pressure, Would You Still Suggest Bulletproof Coffee?
"If a person is suffering from high blood pressure, would you still suggest Bulletproof Coffee?" asks nistha_gokhru_healthcoach from Instagram. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Nutrition Specialist and author of The Sugar Impact Diet. In her answer, JJ describes the benefits and drawbacks of coffee and how it can affect blood pressure. If you have ever been curious about how coffee may be impacting your health, this episode is a great listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 13, 2021 • 9min
What Are Your Top 3-5 Best Tips for Thriving in Perimenopause as Hormones Fluctuate Erratically?
"What are your top 3-5 best tips for thriving in perimenopause as hormones fluctuate erratically?" asks soopbox from Instagram. Here to answer is JJ Virgin, Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition and author of The Virgin Diet. In JJ's thorough answer, she breaks down the most important factors when it comes to balancing hormones during perimenopause. Tune in to hear her actionable advice on how to thrive in this time of fluctuation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 12, 2021 • 11min
What Is Your Opinion of a Healthy Weight Loss per Week?
"What is your opinion of a healthy weight loss per week?" asks Meredith from Facebook. Here with our answer is JJ Virgin, Certified Exercise Physiologist and author of The Virgin Diet. In her answer, JJ informs us of her philosophy when it comes to measuring weight loss. This is an awesome episode if you want to build a more intentional practice of weight-loss measurement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
