StrongHER Voices

Stop the Confusion: Menopause Myths Busted & The Stages Defined

If you’ve ever felt lost about what’s actually happening in perimenopause or menopause, this episode is your roadmap. Today, we break down the entire hormonal transition in a way that finally makes sense—no confusion, no mystery, just clarity.
🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.
Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.
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In this episode, we cover:
✅ Why menopause is a natural transition, not a disease, and how it impacts your entire body.
✅ Defining the Four Stages: Reproductive Age, Perimenopause, Menopause, and Postmenopause.
✅ A detailed look at Perimenopause—the phase of hormonal fluctuation and why symptoms like anxiety and joint pain start here.
✅ The truth about Menopause (it’s just one day!) and Postmenopause (the rest of your vibrant life).
✅ Practical Tools: The simple way you can start tracking today to advocate for yourself at your next doctor’s appointment.
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If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to keep supporting you on your StrongHER journey. 💛
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⚠️ Disclaimer:
The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.
00:00 - Welcome to StrongHER Voices!
00:32 - Episode Outline
01:07 - Menopause is not a disease!
01:39 - 4 Phases of Menopause
02:02 - Process of Menopause (Hormones)
02:25 - Phase 1 - Pre-Menopause
03:01 - Phase 2 - Peri-Menopause
04:15 - Peri-Menopause Myths!
04:20 - Myth 1 - Symptoms Happen Only After Periods Stop
04:44 - Myth 2 - Blood Tests Confirm Peri-Menopause
05:27 - Phase 3 - Menopause
06:20 - Menopause Myths!
06:22 - Myth 1 - Menopause Happens at Age 50
06:54 - Myth 2 - Once You Hit Menopause, Too Late to Treat Symptoms
07:25 - Phase 4 - Post-Menopause
08:32 - Post-Menopause Myths!
08:36 - Myth 1 - Life Goes Downhill After Menopause
09:11 - Myth 2 - Post-Menopause Means Menopause is FINISHED
10:18 - Menopause is Unique
11:14 - Actions YOU Can Take
11:20 - Action 1 - Start Tracking YOUR Symptoms
12:04 - Action 2 - Focus on Lifestyle Fundamentals
12:24 - Action 3 - Advocate For Yourself
14:08 - Closing Thoughts

Engineer to Coach: My Story & How My Doctor Laughed

If you’ve ever wondered how I went from a 20-year corporate career to becoming a menopause health coach—and why I’m so fired up about helping women in their StrongHER Era—this episode tells the whole story.
🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.
Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.
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In this episode, we cover:
✅ My nontraditional path—from engineering and corporate life to fitness and coaching.
✅ The moment teaching dance aerobics changed everything and sparked my passion for women’s wellness.
✅ Why the pandemic became the catalyst for leaving corporate life and stepping into purpose.
✅ My confusing, dismissed entry into perimenopause—and the doctor’s reaction that lit a fire in me.
✅ How that experience led me to become a certified Menopause Health Coach and create StrongHER Together.
✅ The mission behind this podcast: giving women clarity, confidence, and a community that actually gets it.
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If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to keep supporting you on your StrongHER journey. 💛
🩷 Join StrongHER Together
Get ongoing support, accountability, education, and the tools you need to feel stronger—inside and out. Use code VOICES for $25 off any membership:
👉 https://getfitwithashley.com/strongher/
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💌 Stay Connected
Sign up for my email list to get blogs, classes, coaching updates, podcast drops, free workouts, and upcoming events delivered right to your inbox:
👉 https://getfitwithashley.com/signup/
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💪 Move With Me
Enjoy free, beginner-friendly to advanced workouts any time on my YouTube channel:
👉 https://youtube.com/getfitwithashley/
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📲 Follow Along on Social Media
Daily tips, real talk, behind-the-scenes, and encouragement for your StrongHER Era:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfitwithashley2012/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getfitwithashley2012/
 
⚠️ Disclaimer:
The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.
00:00 - Welcome to StrongHER Voices!
00:27 - My Background
05:36 - Join StrongHER Together

Midlife Women: Why You Need StrongHER Voices for Menopause Clarity

🩷 In this quick two-minute episode, I’ll share why I created StrongHER Voices, what you can expect with each episode, and how this space will help you cut through the confusion, feel understood, and move forward with confidence.
🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.
Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.
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In this episode, we cover:
✅ Who I am and why I'm doing a podcast
✅ What to expect with each episode
✅ An invitation to join our StrongHER Together community
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If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to keep supporting you on your StrongHER journey. 💛
🩷 Join StrongHER Together
Get ongoing support, accountability, education, and the tools you need to feel stronger—inside and out. Use code VOICES for $25 off any membership:
👉 https://getfitwithashley.com/strongher/
--
💌 Stay Connected
Sign up for my email list to get blogs, classes, coaching updates, podcast drops, free workouts, and upcoming events delivered right to your inbox:
👉 https://getfitwithashley.com/signup/
--
💪 Move With Me
Enjoy free, beginner-friendly to advanced workouts any time on my YouTube channel:
👉 https://youtube.com/getfitwithashley/
--
📲 Follow Along on Social Media
Daily tips, real talk, behind-the-scenes, and encouragement for your StrongHER Era:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfitwithashley2012/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getfitwithashley2012/
 
⚠️ Disclaimer:
The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.
00:00 - Who is Ashley and why this podcast exists.
00:41 - The value you'll get in every episode (trusted strategies, real talk, and expert insights).
01:54 - The invitation to join our StrongHER Together community.