210. Real Life Update: My Year With Perimenopause, Health Struggles & Fitness Pivots

If you’ve been listening to the podcast regularly or following me on social media, you know this year has been quite a roller coaster for me health-wise. I’ve been way more consistent with my macros lately, and I’m easing into a build season this fall, but to be real with you…it’s been a STRUGGLE. From crazy perimenopause symptoms to blood pressure issues and feeling like my body just isn’t responding the way it used to, I’ve had to figure it out, out one step at a time. I’ve made necessary adjustments to my nutrition, supplements, and workouts. Ultimately, I really needed simplicity, intentionality, and to listen to my body in this not-so-straightforward season. Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, health challenges, or another hard time in life, it’s okay to pivot. It’s okay to give yourself grace when you need it, but…it’s also okay to give yourself some tough love when you’re sliding into excuses (I’ve had to do this a LOT recently)! You’re not alone in this, and I promise - you CAN still build a body and life you love! Episode recap: A real-life update on where I’m at with my health, macros & fitness My perimenopause journey so far + common symptoms women experience My experience working w/ an online health platform + health challenges I faced at the start of 2025 The specific + frustrating symptoms I struggled with over the past year Key changes I made in my health routine + supplements that have been most impactful How I simplified my nutrition, cut back on alcohol & adjusted my workouts Why finding simplicity AND listening to my body has been a game-changer Why you need to channel your “inner Kristy” Links/Resources: Save $100 when you use Winona Bucked Up Creatine Kion EAAs Promix Debloat Promix Collagen Listen to the Sol Fit Podcast Join FIT CLUB , my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gym PRIVATE COACHING is my 1:1 program (choose 3 or 6 month option) Connect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcast so we can keep this conversation going-be sure to tag me in your posts and stories! Join my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your Fitness Click HERE for my favorite fitness & life things! Send me a text with episode ideas or just to say hi! Support the show