Have you been finding yourself a little out of whack? Have you been struggling with the physical and emotional changes related to perimenopause or menopause? Are you dealing with a new health issue, or trying to avoid one? Are you trying to lose weight, gain more energy, or just feel like yourself again? On this episode of the More Beautiful Podcast, I chat with Skye Dale, a functional medicine health and wellness coach who once struggled with her own health challenges. We address all the stuff that may be bogging you down, and dishing out tips on how you can feel better, get your health back on track, and enjoy a long, fulfilling second act.
Among the topics Skye and I talk about:
- What drove Skye to take inventory of her own health and wellness
- Why it’s so hard to lose weight in midlife, and how to set yourself up for success
- The complex relationship between increased belly fat and insulin resistance in midlife
- What she thinks is the most important indicator of whether or not you will reach your health goals
- The pros and cons of Ozempic and other diabetes/weight-loss drugs
- How taking stock of your relationships is a non-negotiable part of your health journey
- How you can start to boost your self-esteem and confidence on a deep level
- Why you may need to change your relationship with food
- How our generation needs to rewrite the outdated health and beauty messages we grew up with
- What exactly sugar does to your body and why Skye believes in sugar detoxes
- Whether or not counting calories and owning a scale are good thing
- How to slow down muscle loss, burn more fat, and get in your best shape right now
- What ubiquitous 1980s “diet” food is back in a big way
Skye’s message: Love and respect the skin you’re in, and start enjoying every moment of your beautiful life. Listen now!
About Our Guest
The founder of Your Health Matters with Skye, Skye Dale is a certified functional medicine health and wellness coach specializing in weight loss and lifestyle change. Skye’s journey, marked by a successful weight loss and health transformation, led her to a profound realization that changed her life in unexpected ways. Motivated by her own experiences, she transitioned into health coaching with a fervent desire to connect with women who may have lost their sense of self.
For Skye, the journey began with a focus on weight and understanding its significance, especially for those grappling with obesity. Drawing from her own experience, she addresses the health implications of excess weight, from increased risks of chronic illness, to the physical toll, from knee pain to back and hip issues. However, Skye emphasizes that optimal health goes beyond weight, acknowledging the complexities individuals face in their wellness journeys.
Skye is also the mother of three daughters. She may be reached at her website, or on Instagram.
About More Beautiful
Founded by journalist Maryann LoRusso, the More Beautiful Project is a podcast, online magazine and community for women navigating midlife. Join Maryann and her guests on the More Beautiful Podcast as they strive for a life that’s more joyful, more fulfilling and more beautiful than ever before. Because this is not your mama’s midlife.
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Additional Show Notes
Please note that this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended to replace individualized medical advice.
