Introduction

[00:00:00] Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we'll ever do. [00:00:08] Brene Brown Introduction A new chapter for your body if you're reading this book, chances are you've noticed that the rules you lived by in your 20s and 30s no longer apply. [00:00:22] The pounds don't come off as easily, energy feels harder to come by, and despite your best efforts, your body seems to be working against you. [00:00:32] For many women, the transition from perimenopause through postmenopause feels like hitting an invisible wall, one no one prepared us for. [00:00:43] Here's the truth. Your body hasn't betrayed you. It's adapting. [00:00:48] Hormonal shifts. Declining estrogen and progesterone, fluctuating cortisol, changing thyroid signals alter how you store fat, build muscle and regulate energy. [00:01:01] And while these changes are real, they don't mean you're destined for a slower metabolism, stubborn belly fat or muscle loss. [00:01:10] They mean you need a new playbook, one designed for this chapter of your life. [00:01:15] At the center of that playbook is one simple but powerful concept glucose control. [00:01:22] Glucose, the sugar that fuels your cells, is also the switch that determines whether your body stores fat, burns fat, or builds muscle. [00:01:32] When glucose is well managed, your hormones work with you, not against you. You'll have more energy, more stable moods, and the ability to reshape your body from the inside out. [00:01:45] Reinvented is about more than weight loss. [00:01:48] It's about body transformation. [00:01:50] Losing fat while preserving or even gaining muscle, creating a metabolism that supports longevity and building resilience for the decades ahead. [00:02:01] The framework you'll learn here is grounded in research that focuses specifically on women, something that has been missing for far too long. [00:02:10] For years, the majority of exercise and nutrition science came from studies on men women. [00:02:16] But you and I both know we are not men. [00:02:19] Our physiology is different and our strategies should be too. [00:02:24] You'll find science, yes, but also stories. [00:02:29] Throughout these chapters you'll meet women just like you. A 48 year old suddenly struggling with midsection weight gain. A 52 year old reversing pre diabetes without medication. [00:02:42] A 60 year old rebuilding her bones with strength training. [00:02:47] Their stories will remind you that you're not alone and that change is possible at any age. [00:02:53] By the end of this book, you'll have the tools to design your own glucose control blueprint, a personalized approach to eating, exercising, sleeping and managing stress that keeps your blood sugar steady, your muscles strong and your hormones in check. [00:03:11] You'll know how to interpret your own body's signals, apply evidence based strategies and make adjustments that fit your lifestyle. [00:03:20] This isn't about quick fixes. [00:03:22] It's about building a foundation for the next chapter of your life. [00:03:26] One that's stronger, healthier, and more empowered than ever before. [00:03:33] So if you've ever thought something has changed and I don't know how to fix it, this book is your answer. Let's rewrite the rules together.