How Women Can Stay Quick, Capable, and Strong After 40 (Ep. 194)
04/14/2026
Dr. Anthony Balduzzi shares why speed training is a missing piece of longevity fitness for women over 40 and how to begin safely.
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Nikki McBlair, 51, joined Fit Mother Foundations in July 2025 and lost 25 pounds—dropping from 150 to 125 in just a few months. Her success showcases how the program’s simple, holistic habits create sustainable results, energy, and confidence.Her non-scale victories include:
- Mindset shift sparked full commitment for Peru trip.
- Built healthy systems and checklists for accountability.
- Food is fuel; intentional, grateful eating from gardening.
- Grateful for the team and supportive Fit Mother community.
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Congrats to our Fit Mother of the Week!
Nikki McBlair, 51, joined Fit Mother Foundations in July 2025 and lost 25 pounds—dropping from 150 to 125 in just a few months. Her success showcases how the program’s simple, holistic habits create sustainable results, energy, and confidence.Her non-scale victories include:
- Mindset shift sparked full commitment for Peru trip.
- Built healthy systems and checklists for accountability.
- Food is fuel; intentional, grateful eating from gardening.
- Grateful for the team and supportive Fit Mother community.
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Gratitude, Growth, and Getting Real: How to Reignite Your Relationship – Melissa Nanavati (Ep. 157)
07/08/2025
In Fit Mother Project Podcast Ep. 157 – Getting Real about Relationships with Melissa Nanavati
Rewriting Your Body Story: A New Way to Heal Image Struggles with Whitney Otto (Ep. 156)
07/01/2025
In Fit Mother Project Podcast Ep. 156, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi and Whitney Otto discuss healing body image struggles from the inside out.
The Art of Suffering Well: Akshay Nanavati on the Lessons from Antarctica (Ep. 155)
06/17/2025
In Fit Mother Project Podcast Ep. 155, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi and polar explorer Akshay Nanavati discuss learning to turn pain into power.
Embrace Aging with Purpose
12/03/2024
Fit Mother Project member Deb Armenta tells about her knee replacement and encourages us all to embrace aging and recovery with grace,
The Magnitude of Sunlight and Light Exposure with Gerardo Gutierrez of Mitolux (Episode 137)
11/19/2024
In episode 137, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi and Guti (Gerardo Gutierrez) explore the power of sunlight and light therapy to transform our health.
Mobility: Real Stories of Recovery and Resilience with Mike Mallory (Episode #136)
11/11/2024
In Fit Mother Project Episode 134 Dr. Anthony Balduzzi and Andrea Caprio discuss emotional eating and how to understand and overcome it.
The Power of Self-Forgiveness with Anna Marcolin (Episode 135)
11/05/2024
In Fit Mother Project Episode 134 Dr. Anthony Balduzzi and Andrea Caprio discuss emotional eating and how to understand and overcome it.
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Workouts 40+
What Are the Best Exercises for Women Over 40?
05/11/2021
Here are the best exercises for women over 40 — they’re sustainable, intense enough to challenge your
How to Lose 50 Pounds Safely and Effectively
05/08/2021
If you’re wondering how to lose 50 pounds you’re not alone. The good news is, it can
Workouts for Women: The Definitive Guide
05/04/2021
Adopting a fitness routine is a goal for a lot of women. Here’s how to
Exercise and Hormones: Staying Balanced and Healthy
02/13/2021
Want to keep your hormones in balance? There is a connection between exercise and hormones — and it could be the key to your overall health. Exercise is one of the best things we can do for our bodies. Daily
Women and Weightlifting: Should You Strength Train?
02/11/2021
Cardio is NOT the only route to take. Women and weightlifting should go hand-in-hand — because strength training isn’t just for bodybuilders!
Beginner’s Workout Program For Women
01/26/2021
Ready to start down a path of fitness, but not sure where to start? You need a beginner’s workout program for women. Start here!
Lower Body Workouts For Bad Knees: Fitness Without the Pain!
01/19/2021
Is working out too painful for you? Looking for some lower body workouts for bad knees? We’ve got you covered with these great exercises!
nutrition 40+
Female Weight Loss Diet: Building A Meal Plan That Works For You
02/09/2023
Need a female weight loss diet that works? There are things that should be in any healthy meal plan, but here’s how
Winter Breakfast Recipes To Get You Through Those Cold Mornings
12/26/2022
Looking for some winter breakfast recipes to warm up your mornings? These recipes are healthy, mouth-watering, and easy to make!
Healthy Winter Recipes: 8 Recipes To Get You Through The Cold
12/22/2022
Navigate winter’s cold, dark days with these delicious healthy winter recipes. They’re sure to heat up the most frigid of days!
Nutrition for Women Over 40: What You Need To Know, Do, and Avoid
08/19/2021
You need to understand nutrition for women over 40 to boost your life expectancy and overall quality of life. Here’s what you need to know.
Nutrient Dense Foods: 20 to Add to Your Diet Today!
08/10/2021
Knowing which nutrient-dense foods to pick and which foods to avoid is key to maximize your health and wellness! Change your diet today!
What Is the Best Diet for Women Over 40?
08/07/2021
Looking for the best diet for women over 40? You may want to try the Fit Mother approach. Use these guidelines to build a nutritious plan!
Alcohol and Weight Loss: Can You Drink and Lose Weight?
08/05/2021
If you choose alcohol and weight loss, knowing what to drink (and how much to drink) is the key to long-term success!
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Podcasts
The Science of Safety, Purpose & Longevity with Blair LaCorte (Ep. 153)
05/21/2025
In episode 153, Blair LaCorte shares with Dr. Anthony Balduzzi the biggest lessons from his high-performance life — and how we can
Why High Performers Struggle with Love—and How to Fix It with Adam Lane Smith (Ep. 152)
05/13/2025
In episode 152, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi welcomes attachment specialist Adam Lane Smith to unpack how our early childhood experiences wire our nervous
From Obese to Optimized: Ben Azadi’s Metabolic Freedom Blueprint (Ep. 151)
05/08/2025
In episode 251, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi welcomes Ben Azadi—bestselling author, metabolic health expert, and founder of Keto Kamp—for a deep dive into
Proper Sleep: Dr. Peter Martone on How to Sleep Well (FMP Podcast 133)
09/17/2024
In Fit Mother Project Episode 133, Dr. Peter Martone joins Dr. Anthony Balduzzi to discuss the importance of proper sleep position.
From Navy SEAL to Sage: How Christopher Maher Found Physical and Spiritual Enlightenment (FMP Podcast 132)
09/03/2024
Fit Mother Project Podcast 131 features Brad Williams of Over 40 Fitness Hacks on using life hacks to beat aging and make
Life Hacks with Brad Williams of Over 40 Fitness Hacks (FMP Podcast 131)
08/20/2024
Fit Mother Project Podcast 131 features Brad Williams of Over 40 Fitness Hacks on using life hacks to beat aging and make
Ella Lucas-Averett on Overcoming Imposter Syndrome to Become Your Best Self (FMP Podcast 130)
08/06/2024
Fit Mother Project Podcast 130 is about overcoming imposter syndrome and becoming your best self and features Ella Lucas-Averett.
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