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Allison Poole, PT, MPT

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Yes, I said it…if you watched 90210, the origina

Yes, I said it...if you watched 90210, the original, you need to attend my [FREE] Webinar, Perimenopause: WTF?!⁠
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Join me tonight, it's not too late to register! You'll learn:⁠
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--> Exactly WTF is perimenopause! (it might not be what you think)⁠
--> When & if you are in perimenopause (and how long it might last)⁠
--> How what you eat, think & do are contributing to hot flashes, weight gain & low libido⁠
--> The one thing that makes it easier to tune into your hormones so that you can begin to take ACTION⁠
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Tonight, 9/23 at 7:30 pm (est)! ⁠
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Link in Bio to register.

I'm so excited to announce that registration is no

I'm so excited to announce that registration is now open to my signature online program, Peaceful Perimenopause! 🎉⁠
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This is a 6-week coaching program designed to take you from feeling stuck and overwhelmed to feeling like yourself again. ⁠
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It is designed to help women in their 40's and 50's appreciate and work with (not against!) their changing bodies for optimal health now and for decades to come! ⁠
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When you can understand what is going on in your body and why, you’ll get total clarity on what you need to do to reach your goals. ⁠
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-You’ll be able to focus your time and energy on executing a plan that not only feels right for you but feels completely doable and sustainable. ⁠
-You’ll look at food and exercise in a completely different way!⁠
-You’ll consider your future in a whole new light ⁠
-You’ll feel happier, more confident, and more comfortable in your body!⁠
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I Will Help You Make That Transformation...I can't wait to see you there!⁠
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Doors close on September 26th so please reach out with any questions.⁠
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Link in bio to learn more and sign up.

We are living in unprecedented times. We are conne

We are living in unprecedented times. We are connected 24/7, are berated with bad news, social media rants, and the load, both mental and physical, most women are carrying is immense.⁠
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We care for our partners, our children, our parents, our job, our community, and maybe ourselves. This stress can be obvious, but it can also be low-level hiding beneath the surface wreaking havoc on our hormones and mental well-being.⁠
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Cortisol is our stress hormone- the one that aids in the fight-or-flight response. It also controls how your body processes carbs, fats, and proteins. It wants to protect you during times of stress, increasing your appetite, promote fat storage and break down muscle for energy. Great for having to outrun a bear, not so good for continual exposure to cortisol over time…think packed schedules, care-giving, less than ideal diet, and lots of coffee and wine. You know, the picture of every busy mom in the Western hemisphere.⁠
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I’m Stressed, So What?⁠
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This continual exposure to cortisol can lead to increased abdominal fat, bone loss, a suppressed immune system, fatigue, and a heightened risk for insulin resistance, diabetes, heart disease, and full-blown depression. In addition, your body will always make cortisol first for survival over your reproductive hormones, including estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone.⁠
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So now, you may be thinking “wait, is it perimenopause symptoms, or am I stressed?” The symptoms can be similar:⁠
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Mood Swings⁠
Hot Flashes⁠
Irregular Periods⁠
Low Mood⁠
Difficulty Sleeping⁠
Fat Accumulating at Waistline⁠
Low Libido⁠
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The answer is likely both, but you cannot address your hormone health without first addressing your lifestyle and nutrition choices. Later this week, I will share with you 4 small changes that can lead to big results in balancing your stress and in turn, your hormones.

Next week, my popular webinar, Perimenopause WTF?!

Next week, my popular webinar, Perimenopause WTF?!, is back for not just one day, but two!⁠
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If you are trying to navigate perimenopause, want to learn more about it, or are wondering what it even is, I would love for you to join me.⁠
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We will be covering:⁠
- Exactly WTF is perimenopause! (it might not be what you think)⁠
- Am I in perimenopause? How to tell and how long it might last⁠
- What you eat, think & do might be contributing to hot flashes, weight gain & low libido⁠
- The one thing that makes it easier to tune into your hormones so that you can begin to take ACTION!⁠
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Click the link in my bio to register for one of two convenient times. Can't wait to see you there!

It is Menopause Awareness Month and as a #pelivflo

It is Menopause Awareness Month and as a #pelivfloorpt, I would be remiss not to talk about the pelvic floor and menopause!⁠
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🌿 incontinence⁠
🌿 pain with sex⁠
🌿 vaginal dryness⁠
🌿 UTIs⁠
🌿 pelvic organ prolapse⁠
🌿 hysterectomy⁠
🌿 constipation⁠
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With the change in hormones, busy lifestyles, avoidance of exercise, we WILL see an increase in pelvic floor symptoms.⁠
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If you've been "getting away with it" since giving birth...you know, those little leaks with exercise or a big sneeze, these symptoms will likely be worse as you head towards menopause.⁠
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Here are a few things to keep in mind:⁠
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-It's never too late to address where you are with your pelvic floor⁠
-Kegels are NOT the answer⁠
-Butt and Core strength are key⁠
-There is SO much you can do and it doesn't involve endless appointments and home exercises⁠
-Surgery is (and should be) the last resort to address pelvic floor symptoms⁠
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If you're curious if pelvic floor physical therapy is right for you, let's chat! I offer complimentary phone conversations, just book online!

Raise your hand if you could use some help catchin

Raise your hand if you could use some help catching some more zzzzz’s? Trouble sleeping is one of the biggest complaints among perimenopausal women (aka women in their late 30’s to 50’s).⁠
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Let’s face it, when you aren’t sleeping well, your fuse is shorter, you tend to reach for quick pick-me-ups for an energy boost (hello 3 pm coffee & cookie!), and are less motivated to exercise.⁠
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When women in perimenopause are stressed out, not eating well, and not moving their bodies, other common symptoms of perimenopause can begin to rage. Things like hot flashes or night sweats, brain fog, mood swings, and lost libido to name a few…⁠
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And the vicious cycle continues and women are left feeling tired, confused, and overwhelmed.⁠
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Are you ready to hit the reset button on your sleep? Join me for a 5 Day Sleep Reset Challenge delivered right to your inbox.⁠
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Each day, you’ll receive a short educational video and 1 small, simple actionable item to implement. At the end of our 5 days together, you will have a solid foundation for better sleep!⁠
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Be sure to follow along at @modernmidlifereset for more sleep tips all week long!⁠
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Are you in? Head to the link in my bio to sign up. It’s free! Starts September 13th.

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