Love Life and Lose Weight with Heather Beardsley

Do you catch yourself deferring to others for things you could easily handle yourself—from what to eat, asking others to fix things that break, or constantly asking your spouse where your damn phone is?  This episode is your invitation to reconnect with your inner authority. In a world full of opinions, expectations, and endless advice,

If you’ve ever struggled to follow through on a plan you were totally committed to in the moment… this episode is for you. Whether it’s your eating habits, exercise routine, or just showing up for yourself, real transformation doesn’t come from being perfect—it comes from building the skill of follow-through, especially when life gets “fakat”

Today’s podcast is an honest, personal, and  experiential-informed conversation about my experience with crash dieting, chronic stress, perimenopause and hormone replacement therapy (HRT).  I tell you about how and why I chose HRT when I was navigating perimenopause, dealing with burnout, and struggling to lose weight—even while doing “everything right.”   You’ll walk away from

Think bone health is something to worry about later? Think again. If you’re in your 40s or 50s and starting to notice signs of hormonal shifts, now is the time to take action to protect your bones, your strength, and your future. In this episode,I'm talking to you about menopause, muscle, and the real story

If you’ve been working out on an empty stomach hoping to burn more fat, this episode will help you understand why that strategy can backfire—especially for women over 40. Today, I’m talking about the power of fueling your workouts to support fat loss and boost energy, muscle growth, and hormone balance. You’ll learn what happens

Episode 75: The Follow-Through Digital Planner—Your Shortcut to Easier, More Consistent Weight Loss ❌ Tired of starting over every Monday?❌ Feel like you “know what to do” but just can’t stay consistent?❌ Wish there was an easy way to stay on track without overcomplicating everything? You’re not alone—and that’s exactly why I created The Follow-Through

Welcome to Episode 74, where I’m excited to help you review your winter season and set inspiring, actionable goals for the Spring, 2025 season and Q2. I’ll guide you through a high-level review of your progress—from tracking body composition with smart scales like InBody to reflecting on your sleep quality, food habits, and movement routines.

I’m excited to share some game-changing insights into how feeling stressed and the stress hormone cortisol can make or break your weight loss efforts—especially when it comes to stubborn belly fat during perimenopause and menopause.  In this episode, I’ll explain why your body needs cortisol to function but how chronic stress pushes it into overdrive,

In this episode, we’re talking about how to create movement habits that stick—no matter how busy or unpredictable life gets. If you’ve struggled to stay consistent with exercise, this episode will show you how to overcome common obstacles and develop routines that align with your lifestyle and long-term health goals. You’ll walk away with practical,