Stay ConnectedOur mission is to teach women about how their bodies change during the perimenopausal period (and onwards) so they can finally reach their health and fitness goals, live a life full of vitality and feel in CONTROL and at home in their bodies again!
There is no excessive restrictions, no taking out your favorite foods, no doing crazy high intensity exercise or cutting out carbs!
We cover hormones, exercise, nutrition and answer all of your questions!
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☀️ Summer is here—and with it comes barbecues, beach days, vacations… and a whole lot of women wondering why fat loss suddenly feels impossible.
If you're stuck spinning your wheels despite "eating clean" and working out, this episode is for you. Because it’s not about willpower—it’s about strategy.
Today, I’m breaking down the 7 biggest mistakes I see women over 40 making in the summer when trying to lose fat. These aren’t just annoying habits… these are the exact things that block your fat-burning pathways and overstimulate your fat-storing ones.
🔥 Whether you're sipping low-cal cocktails or “eating light” to stay on track—some of your go-to choices may be secretly raising cortisol, crashing blood sugar, or slowing your metabolism.
💥 Ready to ditch the bloat, beat the summer stall, and flip the fat-burning switch?
👉 Join our Summer Slim-Down Challenge kicking off June 9th!
You’ll get a complete metabolic reset with:
✅ fat-burning workouts
✅ hormone-balanced meal plans
✅ weekly coaching
✅ grocery lists, accountability, and even a free mini-course
🎁 And YES—there’s a $500 prize for the winner.
Tap the link below to join before spots fill!👇
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 - Intro
00:52 - Overview of today's episode (Summer Slim-down challenge details below)
01:37 - Mistake #1
07:31 - Mistake #2
10:21 - Mistake #3
12:11 - Mistake #4
14:10 - Mistake #5
16:33 - Mistake #6
17:49 - Mistake #7
20:16 - Final thoughts + reminders (link below)
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You're eating clean. You're moving your body. But you still feel bloated, puffy, inflamed—and the scale won’t budge.
Sound familiar?
In this episode, we break down why inflammation could be the hidden reason your body is holding onto weight—even when you're doing everything “right.”
This is especially common for women over 40, when hormone shifts, gut stress, and metabolic slowdowns collide.
👉 Inside this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why your bloat isn’t just about food—it’s a hormonal signal
- How inflammation impacts digestion, detox, and fat loss
- The surprising role of estrogen, cortisol, and insulin in driving bloat
- Signs your “healthy” habits might actually be fueling inflammation
- 5 practical steps to reduce inflammation and finally move the needle
This isn’t about restriction or guessing—it’s about understanding the root cause so you can work with your body, not against it.
🔥 Ready to ditch the bloat and finally burn fat this summer?
Our Summer Slim Down is open—and it’s your chance to reset inflammation, rebalance hormones, and unlock real results.
Get your meal plan, workouts, bloat-reducing blueprint, and coaching all in one.
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TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(00:43) - Overview of Bloating & Inflammation (+ Summer Challenge Announcement)
(02:05) - What is Bloating?
(04:09) - What is Inflammation?
(08:37) - Symptoms of Chronic Inflammation
(10:55) - What is causing Chronic Inflammation?
(18:34) - Bloating vs Inflammation
(20:20) - Why does this get worse with age? (and what the real problem is)
(33:29) - What can you do to improve your inflammation & bloating?
(45:31) - Final thoughts + reminders (link below)
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You're working out, watching your carbs, saying no to wine (mostly)...So WHY does your body feel like it’s on strike?
If you're in perimenopause, welcome to the hormonal circus—where your thyroid and adrenals are the ringleaders of chaos.
In this episode, we’re breaking down:
- Why your body’s acting like a moody teenager with a broken metabolism
- How stress turns your thyroid into a couch potato
- How your thyroid can literally stress you out
- What your other hormones are doing to contribute to the gong show
-The sneaky reason your fat-burning switch is stuck on “off”
-And what to do when your hormones are basically ghosting your efforts
If you’ve ever said “I swear my body’s gaslighting me,” this one’s for you. You're not crazy. You're just in perimenopause—and your hormones are being a little dramatic.
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TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(01:58) - Overview of Thyroid + Adrenals
(03:55) - The connection between thyroid, stress & the adrenals
(09:23) - Hypothyroidism
(18:20) - Hyperthyroidism
(26:45) - Causes of Thyroid issues
(35:10) - How does all connect to Menopause?
(51:31) - How to support your Thyroid and improve your stress response
(01:02:20) - Getting your blood markers tested
(01:05:20) - Final thoughts + reminders
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
Most women aren’t told that perimenopause doesn’t just begin with hot flashes—it often starts silently in your 30s, long before your periods stop. And what’s worse? Your symptoms keep shifting… leaving you confused, exhausted, and feeling like nothing is working.
In today’s episode, we’re breaking the silence and exposing the 4 stages of perimenopause no one talks about—from the very first subtle hormone shifts to the final transition into menopause. You'll learn how each stage impacts your metabolism, mood, weight, energy, sleep, and more.
Whether you're noticing changes for the first time or deep in the hormonal storm, this episode will help you finally make sense of what your body is going through—so you can respond with clarity instead of confusion.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
- The earliest signs of perimenopause (that often get dismissed or misdiagnosed)
- How estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol change through each stage
- Why fat loss feels harder—and what to do based on your stage
- The real reason your symptoms keep shifting
- How to support your body, hormones, and mindset no matter where you are
🎧 Listen if you're wondering…
- “Why do I feel off even though I’m still getting a period?”
- “Why is my weight creeping up even though I haven’t changed anything?”
- “Why do I feel like a totally different person month to month?”
- This episode is here to help you feel empowered, not gaslit—because your body is changing, and you deserve to understand how and why.
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(01:39) - Overview of today's episode
(02:20) - Stage 1
(06:10) - Stage 2
(14:30) - Stage 3
(29:10) - Stage 4
(37:00) - Final thoughts + reminders
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
You’re eating gluten-free, low-sugar, high-protein everything.Smoothies. Bars. Wraps. Veggie chips. Even the yogurt says “gut health!” But your digestion’s a mess, your cravings won’t quit—and fat loss feels impossible.
Here’s the harsh truth: most of what’s marketed as “healthy” is ultra-processed junk in disguise. And it could be wrecking your hormones, metabolism, and fat-burning ability—especially after 40.
In this episode, I’m exposing:
- Why processed foods—even the “clean” ones—keep you overeating
- How they sneakily disrupt hunger hormones like leptin and ghrelin
- The surprising way they spike insulin and inflammation (even if they’re low-carb)
- Why they’re absorbed faster, leave you hungrier, and slow digestion
- The misleading labels behind your “health foods” (I’m looking at you, protein bars)
And no—you don’t have to be perfect. But if your food is more lab than farm, it might be time to rethink what’s really “healthy.”
This one might sting a little… but it’ll set you free.
Press play to uncover what’s really going on with your plate—and how to fix it without dieting harder.
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(01:46) - What is food processing & the different ways to do it
(06:06) - The impacts of food processing on your body (whole foods vs processed)
(14:24) - Inflammation, fat loss & processed foods
(20:07) - Should you only have whole foods?
(26:21) - How to find your balance between whole vs. processed foods
(28:55) - Final thoughts
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Today’s episode is an interview I did with my friend Kim (on her podcast - link below).
We both shared about our journey in faith and how it has impacted our lives in all areas like entrepreneurship, relationships, fitness, fears and identity.
I share how I have used principles that I have learned to tackle self-sabotage with clients and some tactical actions we do with clients to rebuild their confidence.
We shared our vulnerable experience on how we moved away from Christianity and then made our way back and how it has made us strong, fit and fearless.
I hope this episode helps you in some way shape or form.
CONNECT WITH KIM:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimhyneshealth/
Podcast: https://kimhynes.com/podcast
And David Perceived He Was King Book: https://a.co/d/f83PGhf
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(02:27) - Start of the episode
(08:09) - Steph & Kim's start with Faith & God
(16:50) - Getting negative comments & reactions about your Faith
(19:12) - Sharing your faith with others & strengthening your identity
(27:10) - God will never give you more than you can handle
(30:40) - Authenticity & learning to be yourself
(34:50) - Navigating body image and loving life without obsessing over fitness
(39:42) - More on identity
(45:25) - Advice for anyone wanting to get more into their faith
(50:15) - Final thoughts
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
You’ve cut carbs, pushed harder in workouts, tried every supplement under the sun…
And still, the weight won’t budge.If you’ve been diagnosed with PCOS—or even just suspect it—this episode is a must-listen.
Because here’s the truth no one told you:PCOS isn’t one condition. It’s FOUR completely different types.
And if you’re following a plan that doesn’t match your root cause… it’s no wonder your body isn’t responding.
In this episode, we break down:
- The 4 distinct types of PCOS (and how to tell which one you are)
- Why one-size-fits-all plans don’t work for PCOS weight loss
- The specific fat loss fix for each type (yes, it’s that personalized)
- Common mistakes women make when trying to manage PCOS with diet, workouts, and supplements
- Why it’s not your fault if you're doing "all the right things" and not seeing results
This isn’t about quick fixes or fads—it’s about working with your hormones, not against them.
🎧 Tune in and finally get the clarity (and strategy) you’ve been missing.
Inflammation Episode: https://youtu.be/flwJyJNG7Wc
Improving Insulin Resistance Episode: https://youtu.be/Wu2wPrkDP-0
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(01:36) - Overview of PCOS
(03:03) - Symptoms of PCOS
(05:03) - What are the 4 types and what causes them?
(21:20) - How you can naturally improve your PCOS symptoms
(38:15) - Conventional forms of medical treatment
(40:52) - Final thoughts + reminders
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
You’ve seen the highlight reels—bump pics, nursery tours, cute little booties. But what about the stuff no one posts? Like the hormonal chaos, postpartum identity crisis, or the mental load of trying to do it all?
In this raw and heartwarming episode, I sit down with my two incredible friends, Becca and Liz from Fit Mom, to talk about the real journey through preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum—as moms, as women, and as entrepreneurs.
We’re pulling back the curtain on:
- The silent struggles of postpartum no one warns you about
- What we wish we knew before getting pregnant
- Navigating hormonal shifts and mental health after baby
- Balancing business and motherhood without losing yourself
- Learning how to rest, heal, and not rush the “bounce back”
Whether you're thinking about trying for a baby, currently pregnant, knee-deep in postpartum, or just trying to find your footing again—this one’s for you.
Grab your matcha (or your cold coffee you reheated twice), and come hang with us for some laughs, tears, and the kind of truth-telling every woman deserves to hear.
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(02:34) - Who are Becca & Liz?
(09:44) - Preparing your body for pregnancy & the health of your child
(27:28) - How to handle Postpartum so you can feel your best
(44:44) - Following your purpose and doing what's best for you
(56:00) - Giving yourself credit & being proud of yourself
(59:21 )- Final thoughts + where to connect with Becca & Liz (links below)
CONNECT WITH BECCA & LIZ:
‣ Becca's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehormonequeen/
‣ Liz's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepoopqueen/
‣ The Health Revival Show (Becca and Liz's Podcast):Spotify: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-health-revival-show/id1492747637
Apple: https://open.spotify.com/show/5HUm3k84HHsDNM9FgnBB8J
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
You’re doing everything “right”… but the belly fat won’t budge, cravings rage on , and your body feels like it’s working against you.
In this episode, we reveal a hidden hormonal player that could be at the root of it all: androgens — the group of “male” hormones that can quietly wreak havoc in the female body 💣.
We cover:
🔹 The real reason androgens rise in women over 35
🔹 How they trigger fat storage, cravings, and inflammation
🔹 Why this isn’t about being “too manly” — and how women with low progesterone or insulin resistance are most at risk
🔹 Natural and strategic ways to rebalance these hormones and reclaim your metabolism ⚖️🔥
This is the hormone conversation most women never hear — but desperately need to.🎧💛
8 week coaching program: https://www.vitalityoet.com/hormone-8week-program
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(01:33) - Overview Androgens (and 8-week program reminder)
(03:41) - High Androgen symptoms & how it affects your results
(07:57) - What causes high Androgens?
(16:00) - Testing Androgen levels & finding the root cause
(18:20) - How do we begin fixing high Androgens?
(26:10) - Final thoughts + reminders
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Cortisol, your stress hormone, might be the real culprit behind your stalled fat loss. And no, it’s not just about feeling stressed—this goes deeper.
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💥 What increases cortisol (that will shock you)
💥 The sneaky way stress impacts estrogen, thyroid, and insulin (your fat loss friends!)
💥 Why high cortisol leads to cravings, belly fat, and burnout
💥 The overlooked symptoms of cortisol dysregulation most women ignore
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(01:38) - Overview of Cortisol
(03:39) - How Cortisol blocks your fat burning pathway
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(28:20) - How to address & improve your cortisol
(38:09) - Final thoughts + reminders
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