Thrive with More Muscle with Sport Scientist Barbara Birke

The Simplicity Sessions · Feb 2, 2026 · 54m

In this episode, I sit down with sports scientist and nutrition expert Barbara Birke to discuss why building muscle is the ultimate game-changer for women in perimenopause and beyond. We bust myths about "bulking up," explore how muscle acts as your organ of longevity, and get practical about what it really takes to build and maintain strength. Barbara shares her personal journey with frozen shoulder, the power of starting small, and why three 30-minute sessions per week might be all you need. If you've been making excuses about strength training, this conversation will inspire you to finally…