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Sudden Injuries in Perimenopause: Why Your Body Feels Like It's Working Against You Blog Post

Alisha Carlson

Published on: 15/08/2026

Sudden injuries in perimenopause aren't bad luck. They're tied to a real, newly-named condition affecting 70%+ of women in the menopause transition. Here's what's actually happening to your tendons and joints, and what to do about it.

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Why You're Not Losing Fat (It Might Be Your Sleep)

Alisha Carlson

Published on: 23/07/2026

Poor sleep can quietly turn your fat loss into muscle loss. Here's the research-backed reason sleep matters as much as your diet plan, especially after 35.

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What Fast Weight Loss Costs Women in Perimenopause (And What to Do Instead)

Alisha Carlson

Published on: 02/07/2026

Perimenopause muscle and bone loss is real, and extreme dieting for weight loss makes it worse. Learn the research-backed build-and-protect strategy for women over 35.

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Perimenopause Brain Fog: 5 Pillars to Protect Your Mind

Alisha Carlson

Published on: 11/06/2026

Brain fog in perimenopause isn’t “mom brain.” Learn the 5 science-backed pillars to protect your memory and cognitive health as a woman over 35.