5 Tips To Building Strong Bones During Menopause: The Importance of Strength Training | Ep. 65

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott sits down with Alicia Erickson, also known as The Midlife Maven, who transformed her health and fitness journey at 51, proving that midlife can be a powerful new beginning. After 13 years as a portrait photographer, Alicia found her passion in empowering women to embrace their strength and vitality through strength training and nutrition. She shares her incredible story, the mindset shifts that helped her thrive, and practical lessons for anyone ready to take charge of their health. This conversation is a testament to the possibilities that await in midlife and beyond—don’t miss it.

Are you doing hours of cardio every week but still not seeing results — especially in your belly? You’re not alone, and you’re not broken. In this fire-packed episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott exposes the truth behind the cardio-obsessed culture keeping women 40+ stuck, frustrated, and hormonally wrecked. You’ll learn: Why cardio backfires as you age The real impact of elevated cortisol and muscle loss How your metabolism adapts (and slows) with too much cardio Why walking + strength training is the long-term fat-loss solution How to transition out of the “Cardio Trap” without fear or guilt If you’ve been working hard but your body isn’t changing — this episode is your wake-up call. Ditch the endless treadmill sessions and start training smarter, not harder.

Discover why lasting fitness results take 8–12 weeks. Learn how consistency, patience, and macro tracking lead to sustainable transformation.

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott sits down with Lara Briden, naturopathic doctor and author of The Period Repair Manual, to dive deep into the world of hormonal health and its critical role in women’s well-being. Lara shares her expertise on navigating hormonal imbalances, understanding your cycle, and reclaiming control over symptoms like irregular periods, PMS, and perimenopause. With practical advice and actionable insights, this conversation sheds light on how nutrition, lifestyle changes, and natural interventions can transform your hormonal health. Whether you’re struggling with symptoms or simply want to optimize your body’s rhythms, this episode is packed with empowering knowledge to help you take charge of your health.

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Esther Blum shares expert tips on thriving through menopause with nutrition, strength training, and mindset—essential listening for this life stage.

Join Nikkiey Stott, co-founder of WarriorBabe, as she shares her personal and transformative journey of egg freezing. In this deeply personal episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey discusses the motivations, challenges, and empowering moments of her egg freezing experience.Discover the reasons behind her decision, the process involved, and the emotional rollercoaster along the way. This episode offers valuable insights for anyone considering egg freezing and aims to break down the stigma and provide support and information for women exploring their reproductive options.Tune in for an honest and inspiring discussion on taking control of your future. Subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with anyone who might benefit from this empowering story.