In this enlightening episode of The Susan Sly Project, Susan Sly interviews Dr. Jen Burke, a renowned family physician with extensive certifications in Family Medicine, Sports Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine, and Health and Wellness Coaching. Dr. Burke, who has also served as a physician for Team USA and at the 2014 Winter Olympics, shares her expertise on the specific fitness challenges women encounter during perimenopause and menopause.

Throughout the episode, Dr. Burke discusses the importance of strength and interval training to preserve muscle mass and bone density, and the role of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in alleviating symptoms like hot flashes. She also emphasizes holistic wellness strategies—nutrition, sleep, and stress management—that help women thrive through midlife transitions.

Listeners will learn to rethink fitness as they age, advocate for personalized care, and integrate evidence-based, proactive approaches to menopause health. Dr. Burke’s passion for compassionate, individualized care is clear as she offers practical advice for maintaining health, confidence, and well-being during this pivotal life stage.

About Dr. Jen Burke:

Dr. Jen Burke (MD, CAQSM, DipABLM, NBC-HWC) is a family physician who has dedicated her career to improving the health and well-being of her patients through individualized evidence based medicine and compassionate care.

Her focus on holistic wellness and proactive preventive care is backed by her certifications in Family Medicine, Sports Medicine, Lifestyle Medicine and Health and Wellness Coaching.

A highlight of her career continues to be her service as a physician for Team USA, working with athletes in many sports. She had the honor of serving as a physician at the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi working with Figure Skating.

Connect With Dr. Burke:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jen-burke-md-caqsm-dipablm-nbc-hwc-19ab3534/

About Susan Sly:

Susan Sly is the host of The Menopause Health Podcast and the Founder and CEO of The Pause Technologies, an AI-enabled platform helping women navigate menopause with precision recommendations and gamification. A seasoned entrepreneur and MIT Sloan graduate, Susan is a second-time AI startup founder. Before The Pause Technologies, she co-led a computer vision company that achieved the largest retail deployment at scale for both interior and exterior analytics. Globally recognized for her work in AI, Susan continues to pioneer the intersection of technology and women’s health, empowering women with the tools to thrive.

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LinkedIn: @susansly

LinkedIn: The Pause Technologies Inc.

X: @Thepauseai

Website: https://thepause.ai/

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In this episode of The Menopause Health Podcast, Susan Sly interviews renowned nutrition and exercise scientist Dr. Paul Arciero to discuss practical solutions for women addressing the challenges of menopause. They dive deep into Dr. Arciero’s groundbreaking research on PROTEIN PACING®, resistance training, and intermittent fasting, highlighting strategies for fat loss, muscle gain, and improved endurance. Dr. Arciero shares real-life success stories, including how his lifestyle protocols have helped women manage menopausal symptoms and achieve optimal health. This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating menopause.

About Dr. Paul:

Dr. Paul J. Arciero (“Dr. Paul”), FACSM, FTOS, FISSN, is a full professor and director of the Human Nutrition, Metabolism, and Performance Laboratory in the Department of Health and Human Physiological Sciences at Skidmore College and has served as a full professor in the Department of SportsMedicine and Nutrition at the University of Pittsburgh. Author of the Amazon #1 bestseller The PRISE® Life, Dr. Paul’s groundbreaking research on PROTEIN PACING®, resistance training, and intermittent fasting has been featured in Nature Communications, The Obesity Journal, The Wall Street Journal, TIME, and more. He has worked with Olympic medalists, professional athletes, and business leaders worldwide, providing expert health and wellness consulting.

Connect with Dr. Paul:

Website: https://paularciero.com/

LinkedIn: @paularciero

X: @paularciero

Instagram: @drpaularciero

About Susan Sly:

Susan Sly is the host of The Menopause Health Podcast and the Founder and CEO of The Pause Technologies, an AI-enabled platform helping women navigate menopause with precision recommendations and gamification. A seasoned entrepreneur and MIT Sloan graduate, Susan is a second-time AI startup founder. Before The Pause Technologies, she co-led a computer vision company that achieved the largest retail deployment at scale for both interior and exterior analytics. Globally recognized for her work in AI, Susan continues to pioneer the intersection of technology and women’s health, empowering women with the tools to thrive.

Connect With Susan Sly:

LinkedIn: @susansly

LinkedIn: The Pause Technologies Inc.

X: @Thepauseai

Website: https://thepause.ai/

Subscribe to our free newsletter here: https://thepause.ai/newsletter/

In this compelling episode of The Menopause Health Podcast, host Susan Sly interviews mental health advisor Brooke Chambers, who bravely shares her personal experience of entering menopause at 34 following a hysterectomy. Brooke opens up about her battles with severe pain, depression, and menopause symptoms along with a diagnosis of bipolar, shedding light on the often ignored mental health challenges that accompany menopause.

Susan and Brooke explore the critical importance of seeking second opinions, building self-awareness, and finding support during this life transition. Brooke also highlights her role as a mental health advisor and the need for diverse perspectives in healthcare and technology. Through this heartfelt conversation, Susan helps uncover the essential connection between mental health and menopause, demonstrating the power of sharing personal stories to help others on their journey.

About Brooke Chambers:

Brooke Chambers, once the youngest officer hired by the Ontario Provincial Police, is now a mental health advisor and social justice advocate. She advises the Public Health Agency of Canada on mental health equity for Black Canadians, contributes to The Carnegie Initiative promoting inclusivity in hockey, and serves as Community Mental Health Advisor at The Pause Technologies, supporting women experiencing menopause. A certified peer support trainer, Brooke also holds numerous certifications in mental health, trauma-informed care, and unconscious bias, and is pursuing leadership certification in diversity and inclusion. A former athlete, she lives with her daughter Kyla, an aspiring physical therapist.

Connect with Brooke:

LinkedIn: @brooke-chambers-347b15a5

Facebook: @brookerosechambers

Instagram: @askbrookechambers/

About Susan Sly:

Susan Sly is the host of The Menopause Health Podcast and the Founder and CEO of The Pause Technologies, an AI-enabled platform helping women navigate menopause with precision recommendations and gamification. A seasoned entrepreneur and MIT Sloan graduate, Susan is a second-time AI startup founder. Before The Pause Technologies, she co-led a computer vision company that achieved the largest retail deployment at scale for both interior and exterior analytics. Globally recognized for her work in AI, Susan continues to pioneer the intersection of technology and women’s health, empowering women with the tools to thrive.

Connect With Susan Sly:

LinkedIn: @susansly

LinkedIn: The Pause Technologies Inc.

X: @Thepauseai

Website: https://thepause.ai/

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