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Melanie Durette
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I’m Melanie - Over 40 Transformation Coach and creator of Female Fitness Systems. My goal is to inspire women to become their strongest selves, find balance and believe that transformation is possible at any age.
Body transformation is not just about looking good - it’s about being strong and confident in your later years, healing your relationship with your body and finding your spark again.
I started Female Fitness Systems, a blog and series of programs for women, because I found that good quality, balanced information about training and nutrition for women was missing in the fitness industry. The older I got the more I realized that this was especially the case as we start hitting our 40s and try to cope with our changing bodies and the challenges of aging.
If you are struggling as you get older, I understand what you are going through. You really can change your body at any age and I’m here for you when you are ready!
Body transformation is not just about looking good - it’s about being strong and confident in your later years, healing your relationship with your body and finding your spark again.
I started Female Fitness Systems, a blog and series of programs for women, because I found that good quality, balanced information about training and nutrition for women was missing in the fitness industry. The older I got the more I realized that this was especially the case as we start hitting our 40s and try to cope with our changing bodies and the challenges of aging.
If you are struggling as you get older, I understand what you are going through. You really can change your body at any age and I’m here for you when you are ready!
How To Keep Getting Stronger: Progressive Overload For Women | Strength Session
In this episode of the Strength Sessions you'll learn what progressive overload is and why it's crucial for achieving your goals. I'll show you how to safely incorporate progressive overload into your training including what to do if the next level of weight is too heavy.
I'll make this really practical - demonstrating progressive overload by showing you two exercises and options for increasing the weight.
Here's what we'll cover:
0:00 - Introduction
1:00 - What Is Progressive Overload
2:55 - Exercise Demo 1: Rear Delt Press
5:15 - Exercise Demo 2: Rear Delt Flies
7:43 - Deciding How To Progress
9:15 - Progressive Overload Lower Body
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I'll make this really practical - demonstrating progressive overload by showing you two exercises and options for increasing the weight.
Here's what we'll cover:
0:00 - Introduction
1:00 - What Is Progressive Overload
2:55 - Exercise Demo 1: Rear Delt Press
5:15 - Exercise Demo 2: Rear Delt Flies
7:43 - Deciding How To Progress
9:15 - Progressive Overload Lower Body
Remember to like, comment and subscribe for more fitness and nu...
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How to Do Banded Abductors & Maximize Your Banded Training | Technique Talk
Просмотров 244Месяц назад
Get better results from banded abductors and banding training in general with the tips and advice in this episode of Techinque Talk. I will break down everything you need to know about this popular glute exercise, including step-by-step instructions, common mistakes to avoid, and how to make banded abductors so much more effective. In this video, you will learn: 💪 How to Perform Banded Abductor...
The Ultimate Guide To Sculpting Arms After 40 | Strength Session
Просмотров 957Месяц назад
Your ultimate guide to great looking, strong arms after 40. Whether you just want to firm them up or if you want visible muscles, this video covers absolutely everything you need to know. 0:00 - Introduction 1:15 - Dedicated Arm Day 2:25 - Sets, Reps, Exercises 4:17 - Progressive Overload 5:35 - Muscle Connection 6:35 - Pushing Yourself 7:00 - Training For Female Body 9:00 - Nutrition For Muscl...
Biggest Snacking Mistakes: How To Snack Like A Pro And Feel More Balanced
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.2 месяца назад
These are the biggest mistakes most women make with snacking that I have identified in my 10 years experience as a nutrition coach. Once you fix these snacking mistakes, you will feel so much more balanced throughout the day. 0:00 - Introduction 0:15 - Changing Your Snacking Mindset 2:40 - Build Snacks Around Protein 5:15 - Snack Ideas 5:50 - Snack Timing 7:10 - Decision Making Fatigue Learn mo...
What Causes Pain As You Age & How To Fix It | Neuromuscular Therapist Pawel Kotarba
Просмотров 5785 месяцев назад
Learn what causes pain as we get older and how to fix aches and pains associated with aging. Pawel Kotarba is a passionate Neuromuscular Therapist who truly understands what you are going through as you age. In this interview, he shares a ton of wisdom and advice that will help you start feeling better immediately. Here's what we cover: 0:00 - Introduction & Pawel's Background 2:45 - Finding A ...
Lifting Weights After Your Hysterectomy - 6 Weeks, 6 Months And 2 Years Later
Просмотров 8736 месяцев назад
Your guide and timeline for lifting weights after a hysterectomy. What can you expect 6 weeks, 6 months and then 2 years post-surgery? For many women, there is so much to look forward to post-hysterectomy! 0:00 - Introduction & My Post-Hysterectomy Training Program 1:25 - 6 Weeks Post-Hysterectomy 3:55 - 3-6 Months Post-Hysterectomy 4:40 - Soreness From Lifting 5:45 - Core Exercises Post-Hyster...
Estrogen, Body Composition And Strength As You Age
Просмотров 6377 месяцев назад
Learn about the very important role that estrogen plays in body composition - especially as you get older. Middle age typically means fat increases and muscle decreases. But there is so much you can do about it. There are many women who defy this pattern which means it's possible for you too. 0:00 - Introduction 0:33 - How Estrogen Changes As We Age 2:10 - Estrogen's Role In Body Fat Distributi...
Why You Lose Muscle As You Age - From Sarcopenia To Strong!
Просмотров 2 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Whether you realize it or not, muscle loss - also known as sarcopenia - is affecting your life in some way. This is why you get frail as you age and it's one of the biggest things that will impact the quality of your life as you get older. In this video I'm going to help you understand why you lose muscle as you age, including what you can do about it. 0:00 - What Is Sarcopenia (Muscle Loss Due...
The Key To Longevity: Why Building Muscle Matters
Просмотров 7369 месяцев назад
Longevity, vitality and the quality of your life as you get older - depends on muscle. If I could offer you just one piece of advice for a longer, healthier life, it would be this - build muscle and prioritize strength as you age. In this video, I talk about the muscle-longevity connection and why muscle matters so much. 0:00 - Introduction 1:30 - How Muscle Improves Well Being 5:52 - Maintaini...
Whey Protein Benefits: Defy Age, Build Muscle And Get Leaner | With Whey Protein Expert Mike Honore
Просмотров 93810 месяцев назад
Whey protein is very popular in the fitness world but in today's video Mike Honore talks about how everyone would benefit from using whey protein, especially as we get older. Whey protein's benefits include assisting with muscle growth and maintenance, promoting bone health, improving your immunity, and so much more. Here's what you'll learn: 0:00 - Introduction 0:42 - Mike's Background 2:00 - ...
Improve Gut Health: Bloating, Perimenopause, Inflammation & More | Dr Daniel Ricciardi
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.Год назад
In this video Dr Daniel Ricciardi answers all your gut health questions. We cover bloating, how your gut changes as you age and during perimenopause, testing for food sensitivity, SIBO and more. Stick around until the end of the video for some very practical tips to improve your gut health today! 0:00 - Introduction 2:40 - Are You Actually Bloated? 6:55 - Foods That Cause Bloating 10:05 - Perim...
Simple Strategies To Beat Anxiety & Create A Healthier Mindset
Просмотров 544Год назад
In this video I talk about my journey with anxiety and the simple strategies I've used to create a healthier mindset. I experience much less anxiety these days and I'm better able to cope with challenges, and I'm sure you can do it too. Join me as I reveal the ways you can overcome anxiety and empower yourself to live a more fulfilling life. 0:00 - Introduction 0:25 - Why We Are Talking About A...
How To Lose 5 Pounds - Unique, Easy & Effortless Tips!
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.Год назад
This is how I lost 5 pounds without much effort. If you want to lose the last five pounds or just a bit of weight, then these tips will help! Effortless ways to lose 5 pounds: 0:00 - Introduction 1:30 - Trim Unnecessary Calories 5:45 - Skip A Meal 9:08 - Move More (NEAT) 11:30 - Whether Weight Loss Is Worth It Get my most popular program: femalefitnesssystems.com/over40transformationprogram/ 🤩 ...
Macros For Women - Lifestyle Friendly For The Average Woman!
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.Год назад
How to set macros for the average woman whether your goal is weight loss or muscle building. It is important that you have a lifestyle friendly plan that you can sustain in the long run. This is how I help my ladies find balance. 0:00 - Introduction 0:31 - Do Macros Matter? 2:14 - Which Macro To Focus On 3:08 - How To Set Macros For Women 5:00 - Real Life Examples 8:45 - Keep It Simple Get my m...
Fasting For Women Over 40 - A Gentler Approach To Fasting & Weight Loss
Просмотров 702Год назад
Women over 40 need to be careful with fasting because this is a challenging time of life. Learn a much gentler approach to fasting and weight loss called Time Restricted Eating and why I recommend it for most women, especially if you are over 40. 0:00 - Introduction 0:35 - Problems With Fasting For Women 3:55 - Time Restricted Eating 6:40 - How To Implement Time Restricted Eating 7:44 - How Lon...
Positive Hysterectomy Story - Surgery, Recovery Tips, Exercise & Hope - Verouschka's Experience
Просмотров 4 тыс.Год назад
Positive Hysterectomy Story - Surgery, Recovery Tips, Exercise & Hope - Verouschka's Experience
Nutrition Advice For Women - Sugar, Cravings, Healthy Snacks, Fasting, Processed Foods & More!
Просмотров 800Год назад
Nutrition Advice For Women - Sugar, Cravings, Healthy Snacks, Fasting, Processed Foods & More!
Blood Tests Explained - Includes My Latest Iron Results & Longevity Blood Tests
Просмотров 840Год назад
Blood Tests Explained - Includes My Latest Iron Results & Longevity Blood Tests
Unique Upper Body Exercises On The Smith Machine
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.Год назад
Unique Upper Body Exercises On The Smith Machine
Setting Realistic Goals After 40 - Belly Fat, Cellulite, Weight & More!
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Setting Realistic Goals After 40 - Belly Fat, Cellulite, Weight & More!
Anti-Aging Benefits Of Creatine - Increase Strength & Energy After 40!
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Anti-Aging Benefits Of Creatine - Increase Strength & Energy After 40!
Calorie Counting Mistakes - Stay Motivated and Get Results!
Просмотров 736Год назад
Calorie Counting Mistakes - Stay Motivated and Get Results!
Dealing With Challenges & Setting Goals During Tough Times - Hysterectomy, House, & Health Update
Просмотров 647Год назад
Dealing With Challenges & Setting Goals During Tough Times - Hysterectomy, House, & Health Update
Magen's Weight Loss Transformation - How She Found Balance, Gained Confidence & Lost 36lbs After 40
Просмотров 871Год назад
Magen's Weight Loss Transformation - How She Found Balance, Gained Confidence & Lost 36lbs After 40
The Best Supplements To Build Muscle Over 40
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The Best Supplements To Build Muscle Over 40
Supplements For Joint Pain & Inflammation Over 40
Просмотров 555Год назад
Supplements For Joint Pain & Inflammation Over 40
How To Improve Your Metabolism After 40 - Real & Practical Strategies That Actually Work!
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.Год назад
How To Improve Your Metabolism After 40 - Real & Practical Strategies That Actually Work!
My Positive Hysterectomy Update - Training, Scar Tissue, Energy, Changes in My Physique and More!
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My Positive Hysterectomy Update - Training, Scar Tissue, Energy, Changes in My Physique and More!
How To Get Lean Legs - For Women Who Build Muscle Easily (Advice From Someone With Your Body Type!)
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How To Get Lean Legs - For Women Who Build Muscle Easily (Advice From Someone With Your Body Type!)
Advanced Training Academy For Women - Build Confidence And Get Better Results!
Просмотров 3962 года назад
Advanced Training Academy For Women - Build Confidence And Get Better Results!
Just thank you. God bless
@@riajones9813 You’re welcome. ❤️
How much rest do you take between sets?
@@Rusty4488 It depends but usually 60-90 seconds.
Thank you
You're welcome. xo
How many days off needed for open myomectomy? How many day to heal etc to go back to work?
Can you list which brands you use. Thank you ❤
I am Bangladeshi here are no test for iron deficiency. But i know that i am severe iron deficient.my hemoglobin is 9 i feel so fatigue and cannot move excess bleeding in period.i take 200 mg iron per dayy for 2 -3 week but i feel no improve ment. What caj i do now😭😭
This inspired me to do heavier weights today, thanks!
This is so helpful and such a good reminder. I know at times I can tend to stay in my comfort zone, especially when I'm tired. You've definitely given me the confidence throughout the years to lift heavier! This is a good reset and re focus!
Thanks for your message Sarah. So glad I've been able to give you more confidence. You've changed so much since we first started in so many ways!
Lot of fibs in my experience had worst time ever...catheter 3 days bleeding 3 months.and severe pain....a nurse sat with me 2 nights and on morphine for psin worse than childbirth... so that's my crap time .goid luck
I am interested in a post hysterectomy program… how can I get info on this?? I am 2 weeks post surgery
Hi. You can learn about it on my website here: femalefitnesssystems.com/post-hysterectomy-exercise-program/
It is obvious this young girl doesnt READ THE CONTENTS FROM PEOPLE!! How does a young girl know so much about stress! Makes me laugh!
All this SIBO and IMO stuff is very confusing. Dr. Mark Pimentel (leading doctor in this area) actually says to stay away from probiotics, especially the lactobacillus forms.
This is great and greatly appreciated! At 47 and a hemoglobin at 7.5 exercising is so dang hard! I overdid it several times so far, mine was due to some major blood loss had to get two units to get me up from 5.5 to 7.2 once again thank you
I've been there many times so I understand! Take care.
I did seated banded abductors in my workout last night. Changing my position on the seat made a huge difference in how much I felt them. Thanks for this video!
Hey! That's great to hear! 🔥
Just did an intra cellulat test and found extremely low iron, ive had horrible anxiety, heart palps, extreme fatigue, dizzy, for 20 yrs. I also discovered recently i have almost no stomach acid which is required for iron absorption..im a male 38 so a little different but i believe this is the core of my symptoms.
A great refresher Mel. Banded exercises are a killer!
No pre-workout will ever be natural.
Love your cat!!!❤
Thanks! He's my little sidekick so he makes an appearance in all my videos. 🥰
Hi Melanie i cant seem to contact you online?
Thanks for the information! I'm on low carb diet and my fibroid removal surgery is 1 week away. I really appreciate this a lot!
Ordered magnesium. Thanks
❤ Lion’s mane mushrooms. ❤
Mine was 60 last year and they said I was fine! I didn’t feel fine. Had it checked again last week and now it’s a 31. I am clearly not fine
It's so hard to stay on top of it because it changes so much. Hopefully you can find a schedule of supplementing/eating enough iron rich foods that keeps you at a good level.
This is exactly what ive been through, my gosh im not crazy , it is frustrating for sure you're constantly playing catch up with nutrition , and wanting to train in the gym knowing how much execise is enough , then regulating mood, tracking your cycles , it consumes you this self care stuff, it takes time.........
You are definitely not crazy. Training and iron levels is a constant concern. I think low iron is often raised in the context of bleeding/periods, but it's also important to realize that training of all kinds increases our need for iron and low iron seriously impacts our ability to train.
Love this Mel. It's great to see you do a whole session and get all the tips! Definitely giving me inspiration. 😊
Would like to take whey protein but am worried it will make me break out......as dairy does 🙏
Not sure about this one sorry.
@@MelanieDurette no problem thanks for your reply
You said that you go on & off creatine, just wondering why ?
Usually it's just because I go on holidays and don't want to pack too much! Sorry I didn't make that more clear.
How does this have just over 500 views? Should be 500,000. This is simply the best video I have ever seen. And I have watched tons and tons and tons of videos here on RUclips. You are amazing. Subscribed!!
I am currently in 3rd month of bleeding. I have a small polyp, waiting for a hysteroscopy.... will this help me? I am desperate... 😭🙏
I'm not sure sorry. It may at least slow the bleeding when you have to run out for errands, etc but you would just have to try it.
Thank you so much for sharing your info/story. Looking at your web page and feeling inspired and not alone and hopeless, at least in this moment.
You are so welcome. I'm glad I could offer some hope because in my experience there is so much to look forward to after your surgery. ❤
@@MelanieDurette 🧡💪 I have your page bookmarked for after surgery, to enroll and get the program. Out of all the ones I've seen over the years, this one feels right. Thank you for your response.
@@Caspak01 I will be happy to help get you back on your feet and feeling better than ever. Hopefully you've also watched my video about nutrition before and after surgery to help with your recovery. Take care and hopefully hear from you soon. I'll be here when you are ready. xo
@@MelanieDurette Thank you so much. Yes I have several of your videos and playlists saved. 🧡
I'm so grateful to have found your channel and your willingness to share your hysterectomy journey. I'm 6 days away from mine and your videos are amazing and providing me with so much reassurance! Thank you <3
You're so welcome. I hope your surgery goes well. xo
Thank you
I don’t find Vitanica in my country 😢
Dmae is great
I might need a hysterectomy soon. But I'm terrified of potential side effects, and increased risk of Alzheimer's. I'm only 35.
Hooray - no tattoos ! Keep up the great work.
Thanks and yep no tattoos!
I hate low iron I’ve never had it before but I’m trying my best to do what I can to lose weight
Great post Melanie! Nero stole the show 😂
Thank you! Yes Nero is a little attention seeker for sure. Good insight into a day in my life with him. Constant kisses and cuddles. 💕 Now time to put some of those exercises into your next program!
I'm 4 days post-hysterectomy due to a 12 cm ovarian cyst and bleeding, and I am so excited to get back to exercise and health when I am cleared. Having been more and more sick since 2019 from female issues like a growing cyst really messed me up. I tried everything from castor oil packs to heat and massage, but nothing helped. I really did not want surgery, but it was necessary. I wish everyone going through this a swift recovery!
I am 2 weeks post hysterectomy and I am so happy to hear that I am not the only not having a horrific experience. I am grateful and humbled by my recovery. I am a runner too and I am so grateful I came accross this video! First positive video on post hysterectomy I’ve since 🙏🏼! Good job ladies and thank you. ✌🏼🌱🏃🏻♀️
Are you still swollen, two weeks post-op? I hope you're well.
@@rachelcoleman4693 hi! I am now 4 weeks post surgery and back at the gym. Only using 8-10 lbs. I feel like I can do more but I won’t for now. No swelling no discomfort at all. Feeling really good. I hope you are doing well too.
Very helpful! Thanks for all the great info! I will be having a total hysterectory in a couple of months and this video was so encouraging and allows me to prepare!!!
You are welcome. I hope it goes well and that you feel much better soon. xo
Hi Melanie- at what point post surgery is your program intended to begin? I had a mymomectomy (large fibroid removal). Cleared to exercise after the 4 week mark.
Hi Maggie. I just responded to your email with more information. xo
3 weeks post op. Everything except ovaries. Feeling good besides the random gas pains! I was bleeding so heavily for months before, I was very anemic. Almost passed out many times at work, hair was shedding like crazy from low iron. Needed an iron injection after surgery. So my main issue after surgery is still being extremely tired from low red blood cells.
I struggle with anemia. What kind of exercises do you do ?
Hi. I mainly did weight training when my iron was low. I have a channel on RUclips that is a exercise library if you are looking for some specific exercises to do: www.youtube.com/@femalefitnesssystems
For me ive done nothing for 8 months. mostly because they seem to say alot about not doing core training regarding prolapse. and alot of that kind of stuff is my favorite. so lost.
Hi not to be off topic but I cant seem to contact you for personal services pertaining to training?
your uptightness is kind of cute.....
the hat for some reason looks cute on you....
Is there any supplement that includes a lot of these bc I can't afford to buy like 5 different supplements... would magnesium glycinate itself help with anxiety and insomnia? bc these are my 2 biggest problems