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Let’s be honest. Losing belly fat in midlife isn’t about cutting carbs or working out harder. In this  episode Chalene Johnson breaks down what actually works and what doesn’t when it comes to stubborn menopausal and perimenopausal belly fat. If you feel stuck, bloated, or frustrated despite doing everything right, there’s a reason. Hormonal shifts and changes in metabolism make old strategies less effective. You’ll learn two different approaches—one that’s realistic and sustainable, and one for when you’re ready to go all in. Plus, the supplements, workouts, and daily habits that helped Chalene see real results. Watch this episode on YouTube this Sunday!!  https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos   🤓 Related Links Book Your Age Well Appointment with MIDI 👉http://chalene.com/MIDI Daily Fiber+ 👉https://chalene.com/fiber Smart Creatine+ by BrainMD 👉http://Chalene.com/creatine Magnesium Breakthrough - Bioptimizers.com/chalene MassZymes Digestive Enzymes - http://chalene.com/digest Berberine Breakthrough (Blood Sugar Support) - http://chalene.com/BBT Scales InBody Dial H20 - https://amzn.to/4mxrt9N InBody Dial H30 - https://amzn.to/47hbbxy   🤓 What You’ll Learn Why belly fat gets harder to lose after 40 Four strategies that actually work for midlife weight loss Supplements that made a real difference for Chalene How to tell if your workouts are working against you The truth about protein, fiber, and digestive enzymes What it means to live a “fat-shredding” lifestyle Two approaches—one realistic, one all-in—so you can choose your pace 🎯Join Chalene on Patreon for 7 Days FREE  👉 http://chalene.com/more   Camp Be More 2026!! Is Open for Registration! https://campbemore.com   🤓 Related Episodes: #1 Most Underrated Supplement for Brain + Bone Health Watch: https://youtu.be/3RCCqsdAcAE?si=wE8RBjVkS-BKlrdQ Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000720206363   Here's What No One's Telling You About GLP-1s (from a Real Doctor) Watch: https://youtu.be/xK_k_SrAvQY?si=csfhUjSJQSZVcdQK Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000714796989   I Quit Alcohol for 365 Days. Here's What I Learned... Watch: https://youtu.be/D_0SoRecBNA?si=h8O2a3Y340PBPiOL Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000717945085   Research Aerobic Exercise and Weight Loss in Adults A Systematic Review and Dose-Response Meta-Analysis https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2828487   💥 Try now risk-free for 60 nights, at  https://blissy.com/CHALENE and get an additional 30% off. And use code CHALENE to get an additional 30% off! Your skin and hair will thank you!   🎯 Thank you to our Sponsor!!! Organifi!!! Go to https://www.Organifi.com/chalene  and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products!   🎯Join the all-new Phase It!! A Personalized Plan Plus Workouts to Fit Your Life 👉 Go to https://phaseitup.com   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Sign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial Twitter: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

8 Aug 40min

Chalene opens up about something many women experience but rarely talk about—feeling invisible. From landing in LA and instantly feeling dismissed to noticing how differently she’s treated in Miami, she shares raw thoughts on aging, identity, and how society responds to women based on appearance. This episode dives into the psychological toll of losing external validation, especially for women in midlife, and why it’s not about vanity—it’s about identity. Plus, Chalene and Bret get real about keeping passion and excitement alive in long-term monogamy, including insights from therapist Esther Perel that will make you rethink how desire works.    What You’ll Learn: Why some women feel invisible as they age—and why it’s deeper than looks The unexpected link between your environment and your self-worth How social privilege plays into perceived value (pretty, thin, white, etc.) Why long-term couples struggle with desire (even when love is strong) Practical tips inspired by Esther Perel on reigniting spark in a committed relationship 🎯 Try Patreon for 7 Days FREE for all of the FUN content not suited for the regular show!!    👉http://chalene.com/more   🧠 Get your daily dose of brain-boosting nutrients in just one scoop with Bright Minds! 👉 https://chalene.com/memory   💥 Try Sleep Breakthrough: visit https://chalene.com/sleep to get your special discount and free gifts with link when you use code CHALENE at checkout   🫒 Go to GetFresh326.com to get your full size bottle of  Fresh Pressed Olive Oil for only $1 but hurry the offer ends soon!!   💥 Related Links: Mating In Captivity by Esther Perel 👉https://amzn.to/45ChUAW Avo Miami Healthy Food 👉https://www.avo-miami.com/     Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad     Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/     💪🏼 Join the all-new Phase It!! A Personalized Plan to Fit Your Life 👉 Go to https://phaseitup.com   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial Twitter: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

6 Aug 44min

Most people assume creatine is only for bodybuilders, but new research is challenging that belief. In this episode, Chalene dives into the surprising, science-backed benefits of creatine for women, particularly those in midlife. From brain health and bone density to hormonal support and cognitive function, this supplement might be one of the most underrated tools for aging powerfully. She also busts common myths like weight gain and bloating, and explains why some experts are calling it “the magnesium of 2025.” If you’re curious about how to take it, which brands are trustworthy, and how to avoid getting scammed, this episode lays it all out. Watch this episode on YouTube this Sunday!!  https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos   🤓 Related Links: Book Your Age Well Appointment with MIDI 👉http://chalene.com/MIDI Smart Creatine+ by BrainMD 👉 http://Chalene.com/creatine Get Chalene’s List of Her 7 Top Supplements For FREE    https://myselfagain.com/7supplements/ Creatine By Thorne 👉https://chalene.com/CreatineThorne   🎯Join Chalene on Patreon for 7 Days FREE for Ad Free The Chalene Show Episodes PLUS all of the other FUN content not suited for the regular show!!  👉 http://chalene.com/more   Camp Be More 2026!! Is Open for Registration! https://campbemore.com   🤓 Related Episodes: #1 Best Way to Use Creatine for Fat Loss, Bone & Brain Health Over 40 Watch: https://youtu.be/osSDjmmMu7Q?si=lpNaAvn90NAUdgjq Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000694711649   I Tested 100 Anti-Aging Supplements - These 7 ACTUALLY WORK! Watch: https://youtu.be/aH1WZoVpd2g?si=J6kG_QCaO1qoYPnX Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000673558739   I Changed My Body By Taking These Supplements Everyday Watch: https://youtu.be/xWT0NPg46YI?si=mVI5LxNTpDvy0u0O Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000638676759   Research Impact of creatine supplementation on menopausal women’s body composition, cognition, estrogen, strength, and sleep https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/15502783.2025.2533673 Protocol for a single-arm, pilot trial of creatine monohydrate supplementation in patients with Alzheimer’s disease https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10898014/#:~:text=Methods Creatine monohydrate pilot in Alzheimer's: Feasibility, brain creatine, and cognition https://alz-journals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/trc2.70101   💥 Get a HUGE discount on the iRestore Elite when you use code CHALENE at http://iRestore.com   🎯Thank you to our Sponsor!!! Organifi!!! Go to https://www.Organifi.com/chalene  and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products!   🎯Join the all-new Phase It!! A Personalized Plan Plus Workouts to Fit Your Life 👉 Go to https://phaseitup.com   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Sign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial Twitter: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

1 Aug 23min

In this deeply honest and unfiltered episode, Chalene gets real about what it’s actually like to be 56 not the highlight-reel version, but the messy, beautiful, contradictory truth of her life today. From running successful businesses and stepping away from them, to what it means to be a personal brand, and how fame quietly shapes your every move (even at Target), Chalene pulls back the curtain. She opens up about the hard lessons, the quiet blessings, and the ongoing battle to slow down and just be. And yep she even shares the story behind one of the hardest (and best) things that ever happened in her marriage.   What You Will Learn: The hidden downsides of being a personal brand How Chalene decides when to walk away from a successful business The surprising truth about fame, freedom, and public perception Why Brett’s gambling addiction turned out to be a blessing The habits that keep her marriage strong after 35+ years How Chalene manages her time, creative drive, and emotional energy in midlife Why “average” can actually be a secret superpower   🎯Try Patreon for 7 Days FREE for all of the FUN content not suited for the regular show!!    👉http://chalene.com/more   🎯 Need a clinician who is trained in women's health and accepts insurance? Book your virtual visit today with MIDI Health! I use and love! 👉http://chalene.com/MIDI     Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad     Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/     💪🏼Join the all-new Phase It!! A Personalized Plan to Fit Your Life 👉Go to https://phaseitup.com     💥Head to http://greenchef.com/50CHALENE and use code 50CHALENE to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial Twitter: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

30 Jul 46min

This episode is a deep dive into the Coldplay kiss cam scandal and what it reveals about viral gossip, cheating rumors, and the chaos of online misinformation. Chalene breaks down how a 5-second concert clip spiraled into fake statements, false family members, and totally unverified news stories and why none of us are immune to getting sucked in. And yep, Chalene also talks about what people are saying about her online (including that video from Abbey Sharp) and why you’ve gotta stay skeptical even of the stuff you want to believe. What You Will Learn: Why the Coldplay kiss cam video went insanely viral How fake stories and “internet detectives” spiral into false narratives The psychology behind gossip, betrayal, and public shaming How algorithms manipulate what you see—and what you think you know Chalene’s take on public callouts (including what she really thinks of Abbey Sharp) Why is it more important than ever to pause and ask, “Is this actually true?”   🎯 Try Patreon for 7 Days FREE for all of the FUN content not suited for the regular show!!    👉 http://chalene.com/more   Join the PodSquad on Facebook! 👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad   Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉 https://chalene.com/newsletter/   💪🏼 Join the all-new Phase It!! A Personalized Plan to Fit Your Life 👉 Go to https://phaseitup.com   🫒 Go to GetFresh326.com to get your full size bottle of  Fresh Pressed Olive Oil for only $1 but hurry the offer ends soon!!   🧠 Get your daily dose of brain-boosting nutrients in just one scoop with Bright Minds! 👉 https://chalene.com/memory   💥 Try MASSZYMES – a 100% plant-based digestive enzyme blend that boosts nutrient absorption and speeds up muscle recovery 👉 http://chalene.com/digest   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial Twitter: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

25 Jul 1h 3min

This episode dives into two jaw-dropping documentaries that are sparking serious conversation. One covers the chilling disappearance of Amy Bradley—last seen on a cruise ship under highly suspicious circumstances. The other unpacks a buried treasure, an eccentric author, and a wild nationwide manhunt full of twists that no one saw coming. Listeners can expect jaw-dropping theories, disturbing facts that never made it into the final cut, and some serious “wait, what?!” moments. Warning: this one might keep you up at night in the best way.   💡What You’ll Learn: The unsettling case of Amy Bradley and why so many believe she was sex trafficked The questionable behavior of cruise ship staff—and what her family uncovered two decades later Key details left out of the documentary that change everything Why Gold & Greed is one of the most binge-worthy documentry in recent memory How Chalene’s obsession with dark documentaries might actually be a form of self-protection   🎯 Try Patreon for 7 Days FREE for all of the FUN content not suited for the regular show!!    👉 http://chalene.com/more   🎯 Need a clinician who is trained in women's health and accepts insurance? Book your virtual visit today with MIDI Health! I use and love!  👉 http://chalene.com/MIDI   Join the PodSquad on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad   🤓Related Links Amy Bradley is Missing On Netflix 👉 https://www.netflix.com/title/81741332 Gold & Greed Documentary 👉 https://www.netflix.com/title/81636832 Audio Books Slave Girl 👉 https://amzn.to/4m6WjWL The mother Next Door 👉 https://amzn.to/4o8t4F0 Secret Slave 👉 https://amzn.to/455JFk0   Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/   💪🏼 Join the all-new Phase It!! A Personalized Plan to Fit Your Life 👉 Go to https://phaseitup.com   🎯Thank you to our Sponsor!!! Organifi!!! Go to https://www.Organifi.com/chalene  and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products!   💥Head to http://greenchef.com/50CHALENE and use code 50CHALENE to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial • • Twitter: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

23 Jul 51min

After 365 days without alcohol, Chalene is opening up about the real reasons she took a break — and what totally surprised her along the way. This isn’t some dramatic sobriety story… it’s way more relatable than that. From unexpected health wins to awkward social moments, this episode dives into the good, the weird, and the “wait, no one told me that” parts of quitting drinking. Oh — and whether she’s popping champagne to celebrate? You’ll have to listen to find out. Watch this Episode on YouTube this Sunday!!  https://www.youtube.com/@chalenejohnson/videos 🤓What You Will Learn: The subtle signs that led to her taking a break from alcohol What shifted in her body, brain, and confidence Why midlife women especially should hear this The mocktail trick that changed everything How to know if it’s time to rethink your relationship with drinking   💪🏼Book Your Age Well Appointment with MIDI 👉http://chalene.com/MIDI   🎯Join Chalene on Patreon for 7 Days FREE for Ad Free The Chalene Show Episodes PLUS all of the other FUN content not suited for the regular show!!  👉 http://chalene.com/more   Camp Be More 2026!! Is Open for Registration! https://campbemore.com   🤓Related Episodes: What Alcohol Does To Our Brain and Body After 40 Watch:https://youtu.be/n_GY1NN4nsY?si=QJaEIVkGWdc6LvHl Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000664120762   30 Days No Alcohol ❌😵 But I Didn't Expect This! Watch: https://youtu.be/Nf4TJA55sKA?si=BttrkZJEyka23ims Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000669428024   What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Drinking Alcohol Watch: https://youtu.be/Nf4TJA55sKA?si=BttrkZJEyka23ims Listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-chalene-show-diet-fitness-life-balance/id911042029?i=1000682316219   🤓Related Links: The Naked Mind Book by Annie Grace 👉 https://amzn.to/4kOH9nY Tired of Thinking About Drinking Podcast by Belle Robertson https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sober-insights-podcast-by-belle-robertson/id1079451678 Get 25 of Chalene’s Healthy Mocktails 👉 https://myselfagain.com/25mocktails/   💥Try Happy Drops Go to https://www.Organifi.com/chalene  and Use the Code CHALENE for 20% off all products!   🎯Try Sleep Breakthrough: visit https://chalene.com/sleep to get your special discount and free gifts with link when you use code CHALENE at checkout   🎯Join the all-new Phase It!! A Personalized Plan Plus Workouts to Fit Your Life 👉Go to https://phaseitup.com   We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Sign Up For MY WEEKLY NEWSLETTER     Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial Twitter: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

18 Jul 45min

Ever feel like you're living with someone who’s always running late, forgetting things, or totally oblivious to how much time has passed? Or maybe you're that person? In this episode, we’re breaking down time blindness—a real, brain-based struggle that affects people with ADHD, whether they’ve been diagnosed or not. Chalene opens up about what it’s like to live with ADHD as an adult and how it’s impacted her marriage, parenting, and those always-chaotic travel days. You’ll hear expert insights from Dr. Russell Barkley and personal stories from both Chalene and Bret, who also shares his hilarious (and brutally honest) rebuttal about what it’s really like to travel with someone who has time blindness. Whether you’re team “why can’t you be on time?!” or team “I swear I’m trying,” this episode is full of lightbulb moments, laughs, and a whole lot of validation.   🎯Try Patreon for 7 Days FREE for all of the FUN content not suited for the regular show!!    👉http://chalene.com/more   Join the PodSquad on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/ChalenePodSquad   Sign Up to Get the Weekly Newsletter!! 👉https://chalene.com/newsletter/   💪🏼Join the all-new Phase It!! A Personalized Plan to Fit Your Life 👉Go to https://phaseitup.com   Get your daily dose of brain-boosting nutrients in just one scoop with Bright Minds! 👉https://chalene.com/memory   Save 20% off plus FREE shipping on either the Best Sellers Trial Pack or the new Plant Based Trial Pack Go to  moshlife.com/CHALENE    We would love to hear from you! Leave your questions or messages for Chalene RIGHT HERE   To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to thechaleneshow@gmail.com and mention The Chalene Show   Connect with me on your fav social platform: Instagram: www.Instagram.com/ChaleneJohnson    Facebook: www.Facebook.com/Chalene    TikTok: @chaleneOfficial Twitter: www.Twitter.com/ChaleneJohnson

16 Jul 1h 7min