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Pursue Your Spark - Midlife Health & Confidence, Menopause Support, Empty Nest ConfidenceAuthor: Heike Yates
It's 3 a.m., and you're staring at the ceiling, thinking, "How did I end up feeling so stuck?" You're not alone, and you don't have to stay there. Welcome to the Pursue Your Spark show, where midlife women reclaim strength, energy, and confidence with no fluff, no fads, and no shame. Hosted by Midlife Fitness Expert, Mindset Coach, and author of Pursue Your Spark, Heike Yates, this show is your go-to for midlife health & confidence, menopause support, and empty nest confidence with real tools that work when the old rules stop working. We're different because we go deeperno generic tips or quick fixes here. You'll get proven strategies for strength training, Pilates, intermittent fasting, mindset, and nutrition to support hormone balance, so you can take action without feeling overwhelmed. With over 40 years of experience helping women thrive through menopause, empty nesting, and significant life pivots, Heike's focus is on consistency, confidence, and reclaiming your spark. This isn't about fixing you. It's about reminding you who you are. See a list of other "niche podcasts" that I produce https://heikeyates.com/category/podcast/ Order My New Book Pursue Your Spark https://heikeyates.com/l/pursueyoursparkbook/ Visit My Website! https://heikeyates.com/ Grab your free Midlife Reset Guide https://heikeyates.com/l/midlife-reset-guide/ Join the Fasted Fit Over 50 Jumpstart https://heikeyates.com/courses/fasted-fit-over-50-jump-start/ Join the 8-week Pursue Your Spark Blueprint https://heikeyates.com/l/spark-blueprint/ Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/heikeyates/ Join the club! https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepursueyoursparkclub Language: en Genres: Education, Fitness, Health & Fitness, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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252. Why the Mediterranean Diet Isn't Really a Diet / Dr. Anna Pleet
Episode 252
Thursday, 8 January, 2026
It's a new year—and everywhere you turn, it's the same message: new diet, new plan, new rules. But what if this year, you didn't have to start over? In this episode, Why the Mediterranean Diet Isn't Really a Diet, I talk with Dr. Anna Pleet about a refreshing approach to food and health that doesn't require willpower or calorie counting. The Mediterranean diet has topped every "best diet" list for years—but we break down why it's actually not a diet at all. And why that's exactly what makes it work—especially in midlife. Dr. Pleet shares how this lifestyle supports weight management, blood sugar balance, heart health, and energy without eliminating the foods you love. No carb-cutting. No crazy rules. Just simple, satisfying meals that work with your body—not against it. We also explore how Mediterranean habits like movement, simplicity, and community help you stay consistent—without burning out. This conversation is about letting go of the pressure to be perfect, and finally creating habits you can actually stick with—because they feel good. If you're tired of resolutions that fade and want a way of eating that supports your real life in midlife, this episode is your fresh start. This approach is one collection of grounded habits designed to help you feel stronger, more energized, and more at ease—no matter your age. Let this year be different. Let it feel doable. Connect with Anna here https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCapta3PYCN2V4NQetFDnm-A https://www.instagram.com/annapleetmd/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/annapleetmd/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/anna-r-pleet/ If this conversation sparked something for you—about your body, your energy, or this season of life—and you'd like more support, you can find midlife resources and ways to connect with me at heikeyates.com. You'll find my book Pursue Your Spark, along with tools and guidance designed to support strength, energy, and confidence in midlife—at your pace.
