Well Beyond 40

By: JJ Virgin
  • Summary

  • Well Beyond 40 with JJ Virgin is the podcast for women who want to age powerfully and enjoy the best chapter of their lives. It’s YOUR turn now to focus on nutrition, wellness, fitness, mindfulness, and beauty. Refuel your body. Reignite your wellness. Renew your passion. Fall (back) in love with your life, and discover what it means to age powerfully. Every information-packed episode combines cutting-edge science, pearls of wisdom from JJ’s four decades as a health and wellness leader and the world’s leading experts on weight loss, metabolism, menopause, life transitions and much more. We dive deep into topics like cultivating mindfulness, building strong relationships and setting boundaries, and choosing health…in a nutshell, how we can AGE POWERFULLY into this second half of our lives. At Well Beyond 40, we empower women in their 40s, 50s, 60, 70s (and beyond!) to defy stereotypes and say, “It's my time now. It's my turn now. It’s my opportunity to step into my best life!” For four decades, JJ Virgin has helped people lose weight and stop weight regain by eliminating hidden food intolerances and lowering their sugar impact. As a triple-board certified nutrition expert and Fitness Hall of Famer, JJ helps you stay fired up and focused on being your healthiest rockstar self. In addition to hosting Well Beyond 40, JJ is a prominent TV and media personality. She was co-host of TLC’s Freaky Eaters and the on-camera nutritionist for Weight Loss Challenges on Dr. Phil. Over the years, JJ has made numerous appearances on PBS, Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, Access Hollywood, and the TODAY Show. She also speaks regularly and has shared the stage with notables including Seth Godin, Lisa Nichols, Gary Vaynerchuk, Mark Hyman, Dan Buettner, and Mary Morrissey. JJ is the author of 4 New York Times bestsellers: The Virgin Diet, The Virgin Diet Cookbook, The Sugar Impact Diet, and The Sugar Impact Diet Cookbook. JJ is also the author of Warrior Mom: 7 Secrets to Bold, Brave Resilience. She regularly writes for major blogs and other publications including mindbodygreen and Medium. Visit jjvirgin.com for hundreds of free recipes and resources, plus state-of-the-art programs, products, and plenty of support to help you rev up your metabolism, reignite your wellness, and step powerfully into the second half of your life.
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Episodes
  • The WORST Diet Mistakes Beginners Always Make (Avoid This!) with JJ Virgin
    Dec 22 2024

    In this eye-opening episode, I dive deep into the most common diet mistakes that derail progress, including the shocking truth about calorie tracking (even nutritionists get this wrong!), why protein timing is crucial for maintaining muscle mass during weight loss, and the real reason cardio might be working against your goals.

    I also share specific strategies for tracking, essential tools for accurate measurement, and explain why focusing on body composition rather than just the number on the scale is key for lasting results.

    What you'll learn:

    • Why tracking your food intake incorrectly (or not at all) could be sabotaging your progress

    • The optimal protein intake for maintaining muscle mass while losing fat

    • How excessive calorie restriction impacts your metabolism and muscle retention

    • Why resistance training trumps cardio for sustainable body transformation

    • The truth about bio-impedance scales and tracking meaningful progress

    • Essential tools and apps for successful weight management



    FULL show notes: https://www.jjvirgin.com/worstmistakes

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    15 mins
  • Building Mental Grit and Physical Power After 40 with Gabby Reece and JJ Virgin
    Dec 18 2024

    "The minute I put a little pressure on you in your life, you freak out. So what I want to do is figure out how to get this pressure and try to get calmer." - Gabby Reece

    In this powerful episode, I sat down with volleyball legend and wellness pioneer Gabby Reece to unpack her evolution from professional athlete to wellness entrepreneur. At 54, Gabby shares her refreshingly practical approach to aging powerfully, revealing how she has adapted her training methods to focus on longevity, while still maintaining the discipline that made her a champion. She opens up about her innovative training approach, combining underwater workouts, heat exposure, and strategic strength training—designed not solely for physical gains, but also for building mental resilience.

    What truly sets this conversation apart is Gabby's candid discussion about navigating her marriage to fellow athlete, Laird Hamilton, raising three daughters in today's sometimes overwhelming world, and finding the delicate balance between being a powerful woman and embracing vulnerability in her relationships.

    What you'll learn:

    • How Gabby transformed her professional athlete training routine into a sustainable lifestyle focused on longevity

    • The game-changing benefits of underwater training for both physical and mental resilience

    • Why building muscle becomes increasingly crucial for women as they age

    • The surprising truth about how she maintains her physique through simple nutrition principles

    • Her refreshing perspective on marriage dynamics when both partners are high achievers

    • Practical strategies for training smarter, not harder, as you age

    • The importance of embracing discomfort for personal growth

    Full show notes: https://www.jjvirgin.com/highperformanceliving

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Weight Training for Women Over 40 (What to Do, Step by Step) with JJ Virgin
    Dec 15 2024

    In this game-changing episode, I'm tackling a topic that's close to my heart and crucial for every woman over 40: strength training. Drawing from decades of experience (I started at 16!), I'm sharing my evolved approach to building muscle and strength that's specifically tailored for midlife women.

    We're diving deep into why traditional cardio isn't enough and how proper resistance training can transform your body composition, boost your metabolism, and enhance your daily functionality.

    I'm breaking down everything from how to measure your starting point using DEXA scans to implementing a practical, progressive training routine that works for your lifestyle.

    Plus, I'm sharing my personal insights on why grip strength matters and how simple tools like a rucking vest can accelerate your results.

    What you'll learn:

    • How to accurately measure and track your body composition beyond just the scale

    • The critical connection between grip strength and overall health for women over 40

    • Why walking 8,000 steps daily is a foundation for success (and how to make it happen)

    • The 4 essential movement patterns that will transform your strength training routine

    • Why muscle building works differently in midlife and how to adapt your approach

    • The truth about rest and recovery for optimal muscle growth after 40

    • Essential nutrition strategies to support your strength training goals

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    21 mins

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