Aging doesn’t have to be something we dread—it can be a powerful transformation if we approach it with the right mindset. In this episode, I sat down with my dear friend and health expert JJ Virgin to talk about how we can make the most of this phase in our lives.

As a Triple-Board Certified Nutrition Expert, Fitness Hall of Famer, and Founder of the Mindshare Collaborative, JJ has been a trailblazer in reshaping how the world sees aging and longevity. She’s all about using simple changes in nutrition and fitness to help us feel more energized and stronger as we age. You’ll love hearing her tips on how adding more protein can help with everything from burning calories to feeling fuller longer.

We also tackle some of the real challenges many of us face—like muscle loss, weight gain, and that dreaded low-energy slump. JJ's got some amazing perspectives on how resistance training can make a huge difference, and she shares her own journey of celebrating menopause as a new, empowering chapter. Plus, she talks about her life-changing experience walking the Camino de Santiago, and how it deepened her connection with herself, post-menopause.

And don’t forget to check out Mighty Maca Plus, my game-changing superfood blend. If you’re struggling with low energy, hormone imbalances, or menopausal symptoms, Mighty Maca Plus can help you reclaim your vitality naturally. Visit dranna.com/drinkmaca and discover the difference it can make in your life!

Key Takeaways:

[00:02:39] Powerful aging and health transformation.

[00:06:54] Transformative Camino de Santiago walk.

[00:08:22] Celebrating menopause as a transition.

[00:12:29] Aging with an abundance mindset.

[00:14:45] Powerful aging and resistance training.

[00:19:09] Grip strength and longevity.

[00:22:10] Power training as we age.

[00:24:45] Protein leverage hypothesis.

[00:29:27] High protein diet benefits.

[00:32:02] Strength and discipline in fitness.

[00:37:51] Exercise algorithm for better health.

[00:39:25] Hormone and supplement strategies.

[00:42:17] Hormonal impacts on weight management.

[00:45:45] Eat protein first challenge.

[00:49:28] Celebrating menopause.

Memorable Quotes:

"The reality is, if we try to do too many things at once, we do nothing. And so, what I've always done and everything I work on is focus on the one biggest rock and let's do that one thing." [00:24:26] – JJ Virgin

"It's not that I'm motivated every day. It's that I'm disciplined. And I think there's a difference. You're not going to wake up every day and go, I'm so excited to go do this really hard workout that's going to kick my butt. No, but I'm disciplined, and I've got a vision of where I want to be in terms of my strength." [00:34:32] – JJ Virgin

Links Mentioned:

Mighty Maca Plus: https://dranna.com/drinkmaca

Eat Protein First Challenge: https://dranna.com/jj

Connect with JJ Virgin:

Website: https://jjvirgin.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jj.virgin/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JJVirginOfficial/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jjvirginvideos

Podcast: https://jjvirgin.com/main-podcasts/

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