I'm an online strength and conditioning coach for women who are menopausal and beyond. My mission is to help menopausal through post menopausal women optimize their metabolic health and implement strength training so they can thrive and maintain their independence. Using a combination of nutrition, exercise, habit change, biohacking and mindset tools, menopause becomes a time of positive transformation, energy and growth. I have over 25 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, a B.S in Physical Education, certifications in: nutrition [Precision Nutrition], Wellcoaches, Pilates, Yoga and Digestive Wellness. I chose the name kuhlebody for my health and fitness coaching practice because the word "Kuhle" comes from the African Zulu language which means, "Good, fine and beautiful." Menopause is every woman's opportunity to become KUHLE.
Your ovaries didn't get the "retirement" memo
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New Research Is Rewriting What We Know About Ovaries Hi Reader, I've had my nose buried in research these past couple of weeks, and I just had to share some of it with you — because a few of these findings genuinely made me sit up and smile. Here's the thing. So much of what we were told about menopause was a story of decline. Things winding down. Slowing. Fading. But the newest science? It's telling a very different story. One I think you'll love. :-) So grab your tea or your coffee, and let's dive in. That's me on the left at 25, training to compete (the photo is a little grainy because I took a photo of a photo). And on the right? That's me now — still strong, still lifting, just for a very different reason. Back then it was training to compete. These days, it's training for life. Same body. New chapter. And honestly? I've never felt more at home in it. That's really what this whole newsletter is about. Your ovaries may not be "retiring" after all New research from Northwestern University suggests that may not be true at all. Instead of shutting down, the postmenopausal ovary may stay biologically active — and even begin interacting with your immune system. If this holds up, it could help explain why inflammation tends to creep up in midlife. But here's what I love most about it: it reframes this whole season not as a shutting down, but as a shifting into something new. Our bodies are so much wiser than the old story ever gave them credit for. The strength-training "sweet spot" for a longer life This one is my favorite — because it's exactly what we do together. A large study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found that just 90–120 minutes of strength training a week (that's only 2–3 sessions!) is linked to a 13% lower risk of dying from any cause. And it gets better — your muscle isn't just for lifting groceries and grandbabies. It actually helps your immune system defend against harmful cells. So the next time you pick up a weight, remember: you're not "just exercising." You're building armor for a longer, stronger life. 💪 Why rest is part of the work (especially now) Research shows that in midlife, our muscles often need a little more recovery between strength sessions — up to 48–72 hours — largely because of shifting estrogen. This is exactly why I coach the way I do: smart, steady, progressive. Never grinding you into the ground. More is not better, friend. Smarter is better. Your recovery days are doing just as much for you as your workout days. Two gentle reminders about food A couple of nutrition findings caught my eye — and both whisper the same wise message: balance over extremes. ✅ Protect your sleep fiercely. A large study ranked poor sleep as a longevity risk second only to smoking — ahead of diet and exercise. If you take one thing from this note, let it be permission to prioritize your rest. A little heart-to-heart If there's one thread running through all of this, it's this: Your midlife body isn't winding down. It's recalibrating. And the way we care for it now — with strength, rest, and nourishment — matters more than ever. That photo at the top isn't about looking a certain way. It's proof that strength isn't something we leave behind in our 20s. We carry it with us — and we can keep building it at any age. You are absolutely capable of getting stronger, right from where you are today. I see it in my members all the time, and I'd love for you to feel it too. If any of this stirred a little "maybe it's my turn" feeling in you... I'd love to simply talk. No pressure. No pitch. Just a free discovery call where we chat about where you are and where you'd love to feel stronger. 👉 Grab a time that works for you HERE Or if it's easier, just hit reply and say "hi" — I read every single one. :-) Strong and Beautiful in Midlife! Sharon Kuhle Body is a project of Vidya Ministerium, a faith based, private membership association. Services are available to members only. Membership is free and we are always accepting new members. You can opt out at any time. For more information, please read our PMA Declaration. |
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I'm an online strength and conditioning coach for women who are menopausal and beyond. My mission is to help menopausal through post menopausal women optimize their metabolic health and implement strength training so they can thrive and maintain their independence. Using a combination of nutrition, exercise, habit change, biohacking and mindset tools, menopause becomes a time of positive transformation, energy and growth. I have over 25 years of experience in the health and fitness industry, a B.S in Physical Education, certifications in: nutrition [Precision Nutrition], Wellcoaches, Pilates, Yoga and Digestive Wellness. I chose the name kuhlebody for my health and fitness coaching practice because the word "Kuhle" comes from the African Zulu language which means, "Good, fine and beautiful." Menopause is every woman's opportunity to become KUHLE.
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