59. Why Building Muscle Is the Key to Aging Powerfully — with Dr. Colenso-Semple

59. Why Building Muscle Is the Key to Aging Powerfully — with Dr. Colenso-Semple

When it comes to midlife health, women are bombarded with mixed messages: It’s all your hormones. There’s nothing you can do. Just accept the changes. But is that really the full story?

On this episode of Aging Powerfully with Melissa Grelo, I sit down with muscle scientist Dr. Colenso-Semple to break down why building muscle as we age isn’t just about looking strong — it’s about preserving independence, vitality, and living fully on our own terms.

We tackle the myths and hype around menopause, hormones, and body composition, and get straight to the facts:

  • Why muscle is the true “fountain of youth” for women in midlife and beyond
  • The real drivers of body composition change in menopause — and why hormones are only one piece of the puzzle
  • Strength training decoded: how often, how heavy, which body parts, and whether tools like weighted vests actually matter
  • The cortisol connection: how stress impacts our ability to build and maintain muscle
  • Training and the cycle: does your period really affect strength gains?

If you’ve ever felt confused by the noise online about women’s fitness, aging, and menopause, this conversation cuts through it all. Dr. Colenso-Semple gives us the science-backed “how-to” on building muscle, protecting our health, and aging powerfully — literally.

It’s time to stop the myths, stop the fear, and start lifting for the life you want.

This episode supported by Aging Powerfully with Melissa Grelo: The Retreat, November 7-9, 2025 at Kingbridge Centre, Ontario. For info and bookings, www.agingpowerfullywithmelissagrelo.com/retreat. Thank you to our partners, IRIS @lovemy.iris, GoodLife Fitness @goodlifefitness and Avène @avene.

Find Melissa Grelo on Instagram @MelissaGrelo and @AgingPowerfullyWithMG, or on her website AgingPowerfullyWithMelissaGrelo.com.

Producer: Melissa Grelo.

Audio/Video Producer and Editor: Drew Garner.

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54. Reinventing Yourself with The Midlife Maven, Alicia Erickson: How She Got Fit at 49

54. Reinventing Yourself with The Midlife Maven, Alicia Erickson: How She Got Fit at 49

In this episode of Aging Powerfully with Melissa Grelo, I have an in-depth discussion with The Midlife Maven herself, Alicia Erickson (@aliciae), to discuss how she transformed her body and mind throu...

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53. Generations of Strength: A Conversation with My Mom and Sister

53. Generations of Strength: A Conversation with My Mom and Sister

March is Women's History Month and includes International Women's Day March 8th. To mark these, I invited the women closest and dearest to me to join me on the podcast - my mother and sister, Clarita ...

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52. Middle Grief... Saying Goodbye to 'What Was' and Saying Hello to 'What's Next': Embracing Your Next Chapter with Tammy Faulds

52. Middle Grief... Saying Goodbye to 'What Was' and Saying Hello to 'What's Next': Embracing Your Next Chapter with Tammy Faulds

"We were taught how to get things in life, but we were never taught how to cope when we lose them." A LOT is changing in midlife. Physical changes in menopause, empty nest syndrome, career shifts, "gr...

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51. Canada's Health Care System On Life Support: How Did It Get So Bad and What Can Be Done To Fix It

51. Canada's Health Care System On Life Support: How Did It Get So Bad and What Can Be Done To Fix It

Canada's health care system is supposed to be the envy of the world yet millions do not have a primary care practitioner, emergency room visits take hours and hours and thousands die while on waiting ...

20 Helmi 20251h 17min

50. The 5 Cs of A Good Relationship with Cynthia Loyst

50. The 5 Cs of A Good Relationship with Cynthia Loyst

Relationships are hard! Romantic, platonic, familial, co-workers and so many more. On this Valentine's Day special episode, my co-worker and dear friend, sex and relationship expert Cynthia Loyst join...

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49. Mental Health Check-In: Navigating Menopause and Finding Your Calm in the Chaos with Dr. Ariel Dalfen and Dr. Bev Young

49. Mental Health Check-In: Navigating Menopause and Finding Your Calm in the Chaos with Dr. Ariel Dalfen and Dr. Bev Young

In this episode, with psychiatrists and co-founders of virtual mental health clinic, Bria, Dr. Ariel Dalfen and Dr. Bev Young discuss some key points about menopause and mental health, explore why man...

6 Helmi 20251h

48. The 7 Metrics You Should Know About Your Health with Dr. Amy Louis-Bayliss

48. The 7 Metrics You Should Know About Your Health with Dr. Amy Louis-Bayliss

Dr. Amy Louis-Bayliss is back on the podcast to break down seven numbers you should know to get and stay healthy. These seven numbers can give you a snapshot of how your health is today and where it m...

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47. Meal Planning Through Menopause With Registered Dietician Devon Peart

47. Meal Planning Through Menopause With Registered Dietician Devon Peart

You've been hearing the messages that a lot changes as we enter perimenopause and the menopause transition. One of those messages? It's time to modify what we eat for optimal health in midlife and bey...

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