The Menopause Method

Night eating is one of the most common struggles for women in midlife, especially the start-over-tomorrow cycle.

In this episode of The Midlife Method, Cam Allen sits down with clinical hypnotherapist Rita Black to explain why night eating happens and how to stop it by working with your brain instead of fighting it.

If you can stay on track all day and then lose control at night, this conversation will help you understand what is actually driving the pattern and how to change it.

Rita breaks down what is happening in the brain...

Strength training after menopause isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what actually works for a midlife body.

In this episode, Cam Allen shares her Menopause Fitness Protocol. A four part approach designed to help women over 45 build muscle, support metabolism, and feel strong again without ending up exhausted or injured.

After surgical menopause, Cam learned firsthand that old workouts stop working. This episode breaks down exactly what to do instead.

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Restarting exercise after 45 shouldn’t feel this hard, yet for so many women it does.

If your mind keeps saying “maybe tomorrow,” “I didn’t sleep well,” or “last time I tried I was wrecked,” this video explains why.

This isn’t about motivation or discipline. It’s about how your body, nervous system, and subconscious mind work together in midlife.

In this episode, I walk you through:
• Why restarting exercise feels heavier after 45
• How the unconscious mind tries to protect you
• The 4 bodies that shape your daily experience
• Why short workouts rebuild t...

Strength training for women over 45, midlife confidence, and menopause mindset shifts all come together in this episode where we talk about the simple steps that help women rebuild confidence during midlife. If you’ve been feeling invisible, uncertain, or disconnected from the woman you used to be, this conversation will bring you back to yourself in the best way.

Inside, we walk through five practical, doable steps to help you reconnect with your wisdom, soften your inner critic, take small brave actions, set boundaries without guilt, and rebuild body confidence from the inside out. These are the ex...

Are you struggling with stubborn belly fat during menopause? You’re not alone! Hormonal changes can make it feel almost impossible to lose weight—especially around your midsection. But the foods you eat can make a huge difference.

In this video, I break down exactly what to eat—and what to avoid—to help you lose belly fat during menopause. You’ll get practical meal ideas, easy food swaps, and time-saving tips that fit into even the busiest schedule. No complicated diets, no hours in the kitchen—just simple, sustainable changes that work!

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Are you struggling to lose weight during menopause, especially stubborn belly fat? You’re not alone! In this video, I reveal the 4 most common menopause weight loss mistakes and show you exactly how to fix them with science-backed strategies that actually work for women in this stage of life. 

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Most midlife women are accidentally making their workouts harder than they need to be. Working out fasted might have worked in your 30s, but after 45 your hormones and metabolism tell a different story.

In today’s episode of The Menopause Method, I'm breaking down why fasted workouts stop working for women over 45 and what to do instead. If you want more muscle, better energy, fewer cravings, and a calmer nervous system, this one matters.

You’ll learn:
• why not being hungry in the morning is a stress signal
• how fasted workouts break do...

If you’ve ever wondered how to take creatine, whether lifting heavy is still safe, or how supplements like creatine fit into thyroid health, this one’s for you.

In this Ask Me Anything episode of The Menopause Method Podcast, Cam Allen answers real questions from women 45+ navigating menopause, muscle loss, and midlife metabolism changes.

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Follow-along workouts might feel motivating. Someone’s there, telling you what to do, keeping you motivated. But here’s the truth: they’re disconnecting you from your body and your strength.
In this episode of 50 Something with Cam Allen, we’ll talk about why chasing someone else’s pace actually keeps you from building strength, balance, and self-trust in midlife.

Learn how to tune in, listen to your energy, and move in a way that actually supports your body in menopause.

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Are you still hearing that you need to “move more and eat less”? Or that cardio is the best way to lose weight in menopause? Let’s bust the most common menopause fitness myths keeping midlife women stuck.

In this episode, I’m sharing what actually works for women 45 and over. Backed by science, experience, and real-life results. You’ll learn:

Ever wonder if creatine is actually worth it for women?
In this episode, I break down the real benefits of creatine for women in midlife, from supporting muscle and bone health to improving energy, mood, and even brain function.

You’ll learn:
✅ How to safely start creatine (my daily routine: 10g split into two doses)
✅ Why estrogen decline makes it more important than ever
✅ What to know about caffeine + creatine (myth-busting time)
✅ The four-body benefits-physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual

It’s time to stop guessing and start fueling your strength from the ins...

Your gut isn’t just where food goes — it’s where your body tells the truth.
In this episode of The Menopause Method Podcast with Cam Allen, we dive into the menopause and gut health connection and how digestion mirrors stress, hormones, and emotions.

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Are you doing everything right but still exhausted in midlife? The scale keeps going up, too?

In this episode, Cam Allen breaks down the hidden connection between stress, hormones, and energy and why stress is actually the second half of your metabolism.

Learn how to identify your hidden stressors (it’s not just emotional-it’s physical, chemical, and lifestyle too), plus a simple “Drains + Charges” experiment to help you recharge instead of just push harder.

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Your body’s not broken. It's talking.

In this episode of The Menopause Method, Cam Allen shares how sleep is your body’s nightly feedback loop, a report card on how well you’re managing hormones, stress, and recovery in midlife.

You’ll learn:
✨ How light and blue screens block melatonin and raise cortisol
✨ Why your body can’t produce melatonin and cortisol at the same time
✨ Simple bedtime rituals that help your nervous system feel safe enough to rest
✨ What your 3am wake-ups are really trying to tell you

Because sleep...

Welcome to a brand-new series on The Menopause Method all about biofeedback in menopause: How to listen to your body’s truth instead of chasing what worked years ago.

In this episode, I share the raw story of my hysterectomy and how ignoring my body’s signals became the turning point that showed me why biofeedback matters in midlife. Together, we’ll explore how the 4 bodies, physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual, all give feedback you can learn to read.

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Healthspan isn’t just about how long you live. It’s about why you live.

In this episode of The Menopause Method, Cam Allen shares why purpose and belief are powerful longevity tools, just as important as food or exercise. Research shows that people with a strong sense of purpose live longer, recover faster, and are less likely to develop chronic disease.

You’ll hear Cam’s own story of leaving teaching, walking through divorce and empty nest, and finding renewal in faith and community at 42. You’ll also learn how purpose shows up in the four b...

Connection may be the most underrated medicine for longevity. Research shows that people with strong social ties cut their risk of early death by 50%, while loneliness raises it by 70%. As dangerous as smoking and worse than obesity.

In this episode of The Menopause Method, Cam Allen shares why relationships, community, and even your relationship with yourself are as important for healthspan as food and exercise. From the Blue Zones to the famous Alameda County Study, to Harvard’s Counterclockwise Study on acting younger, the evidence is clear: connection shapes how long and how well we live.
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Stress can literally shorten your life — but the right kind of stress can actually build resilience. In this episode of The Menopause Method, Cam Allen explores how stress impacts healthspan vs lifespan, and why reframing stress is one of the most powerful longevity tools for women in midlife.

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Healthspan, not just lifespan, is the goal in midlife. If you’re a woman in menopause or beyond, building muscle through strength training is the single best way to extend your healthspan, the years you feel strong, capable, and independent.

In this episode of The Menopause Method, Cam Allen explains why muscle matters in menopause and how resistance training supports healthy aging. Walking is wonderful, but walking alone isn’t enough. Muscle is the true armor of aging.

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Feeling drained, stuck, or overwhelmed by clutter? In this episode of The Menopause Method Podcast, Cam Allen sits down with Dr. Christine Li — clinical psychologist, productivity expert, and the Procrastination Coach — to explore the surprising ways clutter robs your energy in midlife.

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You’ve probably seen women walking with weighted vests and wondered—do they actually work, or is it just another fad? In this episode of The Menopause Method, I’m breaking down everything you need to know about weighted vests for women in menopause and midlife.

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Your midlife health doesn’t have to be a choice between science and intuition. In this episode of The Menopause Method, I’m sharing how the two work together to help women over 45 feel strong, steady, and in control again.

We’ll cover the 3 physical “dial movers” for menopause health: whole food nutrition, strength training, and daily movement: and how to support your mental, emotional, and spiritual health so your results actually last.

Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause, or post-menopause, this conversation will change how you think about your body and your health.

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What you think and say becomes instructions for your body and it follows them perfectly.
In midlife, your thoughts aren’t just passing ideas; they’re powerful nervous system tools that can change how you feel, act, and show up every day.

In this episode of 50 Something with Cam Allen, we’ll talk about:

How your thoughts create your physical reality

Why your unconscious mind follows directions, even unhelpful ones

Simple mindset shifts that help your body feel safe and supported

How to use your words as a tool f...

If you’ve been beating yourself up for not following through...on workouts, healthy habits, or that to-do list ... it’s not because you’re lazy, unmotivated, or lacking discipline. In midlife, your body and nervous system are often choosing safety over strategy.

In this episode of 50 Something with Cam Allen, we talk about:

Why resistance, low energy, or procrastination might actually be nervous system dysregulation

How the freeze response shows up in midlife (and why it’s not a personal flaw)

Simple grounding practices to help you get back into your bod...

Midlife isn’t a breakdown. It’s a recalibration.
If you’ve been wondering whether this is a midlife crisis or feeling like things are falling apart, what if they’re actually falling into place?

In this episode of 50 Something with Cam Allen, we’ll cover:

Why midlife is a turning point, not an ending

How your body is changing on purpose during menopause and perimenopause.
Why old strategies no longer work and why that’s a good thing

How to embrace midlife as a portal, not a pause

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Losing strength after 45? You’re not imagining it.

In this episode of 50 Something with Cam Allen, we’re talking about muscle loss in menopause- why it happens, what it affects (hint: it’s not just your body), and what actually helps.

If you’ve been feeling tired, softer, or like your old workouts just aren’t working anymore… this is your turning point.

We’ll cover:
– Why strength training is different in midlife
– The surprising ways muscle affects your mood, metabolism, and nervous system
– What to do when you feel too exhaust...

Bone density loss speeds up after menopause, but most women don’t know it’s happening… until it’s too late.

In this episode of The Menopause Method, we’re talking about how to build strong bones after 45, and why midlife is the most important time to support your skeletal system.

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You keep saying yes… even though you're exhausted.
You don’t want to let anyone down. You tell yourself, “It’s fine. I can handle it.”
But deep down, you know it’s costing you.

In this episode, I’m sharing my personal story of what I call The Yes Trap, that exhausting pattern of putting everyone else first until you have nothing left.

From people-pleasing to a wake-up call in a doctor’s office, I’ll walk you through what finally helped me stop living on empty… and start creating a life that supports me, to...

Midlife Comeback: How I Rebuilt My Strength, Energy & Confidence After 50

Feeling tired, foggy, and like your body is working against you? You’re not alone. In this episode of The Menopause Method, I’m sharing the exact 3-step method that helped me rebuild my strength, restore my energy, and reclaim my confidence in midlife, without extreme workouts or complicated diets.

Whether you're dealing with menopause fatigue, midlife weight gain, or the emotional toll of feeling off, this episode walks you through the simple shifts that actually work.

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Midlife identity shift? You're not alone.
If you’ve ever said “I don’t feel like myself anymore,” or “I’m tired, stuck, or lost,” this episode is for you.

In today’s episode of The Menopause Method, we’re exploring the power of what you say after “I am.”
Because those two little words shape your menopause mindset, your habits, and how you show up for your health.
We’ll break down how your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual bodies are impacted by your internal self-talk—and how to gently start rewriting your identity in midlife.
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Can I be real with you?

Most of what we’ve been told about menopause is outdated, oversimplified—or just plain wrong. In this episode of The Menopause Method, Cam Allen breaks down 4 harmful menopause myths and how they silently mess with your:

This conversation is not about pushing through. It’s about reconnecting with your whole self in midlife and realizing yo...

Midlife can feel like someone rearranged your whole life and forgot to leave you the instructions.
Your body is changing. Your sleep feels off. The roles you’ve poured yourself into (mom, partner, caregiver, achiever) are shifting.
And somewhere along the way, you’re left wondering: Who even am I now?

This episode of The Menopause Method is a soft, steady invitation back to yourself.
We’re not talking hustle or toxic positivity. We’re talking about identity, self-trust, and how to create change in midlife that actually sticks.

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Why the Scale is Lying to You (and What to Track Instead in Menopause)

If the scale is your only measure of progress, you’re missing the most important wins—especially in menopause.

In this episode of The Menopause Method, I’m inviting you to ditch the outdated mindset that weight is the only marker of success. Whether you’re sleeping better, lifting heavier, or just feeling more like you again—those are the wins that matter.

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Feeling tired but wired in menopause? Struggling to trust your body again in midlife? This episode of The Menopause Method dives into how to use your body’s signals—not willpower or diet rules—to make health decisions that actually work for you.

Today I'm teaching you the Awesome/Awful Test—a simple and powerful way to reconnect with your body’s intuition in perimenopause and menopause.

If you’ve ever felt decision fatigue, nervous system overload, or wondered if cortisol is wrecking your progress, this conversation is for you.

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Tired but wired? Gaining weight no matter what you do? Let’s talk about cortisol.

In this episode of The Menopause Method, we’re diving into cortisol and weight gain in midlife—especially that stubborn menopause belly fat that seems to appear overnight (and refuses to leave).

If you’re feeling:
💤 Exhausted during the day but wide awake at night
💥 Stuck in a cycle of cravings, bloating, or burnout
🧠 Frustrated by hormonal weight gain that just doesn’t respond to diet or exercise...

...this episode is for you.

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