182. 44 & Thriving-ish: Birthday Reflections, Pivoting, Prioritizing My Health, and Embracing Chaos

Today’s episode is a special one, because I’m celebrating my 44th birthday right after this releases!

Honestly…it still feels unbelievable that I’m in my 40s, and these last few years have been interesting (to say the least)!

Life has thrown me some curveballs in 2025, from dealing with high blood pressure and sickness at the beginning of the year, to navigating the wild, WILD west that is perimenopause. 

Even with all of this going on, I’m choosing to embrace the chaos and focusing on what I CAN control. I have no problem pivoting when I need to, and you shouldn’t, either!

Moving forward, I plan to be super intentional and present with my body and health, and what I truly need. I’m leaning into this season of experimentation, and while growing older definitely *isn’t* glamorous, I’m learning that it’s OKAY to not have it all figured out!

I’m incredibly honored that you’re here - your support means the WORLD to me. I’m sooo pumped for what’s ahead for my podcast, business, and more over the next year, and I can’t wait to take you on the journey with me!!

Episode Recap:

• An update on my recent health journey & high blood pressure
• Why you can pivot or adjust anytime, instead of waiting for a special occasion
• Embracing the chaos & uncertainty of life + rolling with the punches
• Choosing to be intentional & present with my body and needs
• Prioritizing my nutrition even more in this stage of life
• My focus for my training & workouts moving forward
• Exciting updates with my business & podcast growth

Links/Resources Mentioned:

• Grab your FREE Body Recomp Meal Prep and get the UFYF Newsletter
• Listen to the Girls with Opinions Podcast
• Join FIT CLUB, my monthly membership with workouts you can do at home or the gym
• PRIVATE COACHING is my 1:1 program (choose 3 or 6 month option)
• Connect with me on Instagram @kristycastillofit and @unfuckyourfitnesspodcast so we can keep this conversation going-be sure to tag me in your posts and stories!
• Join my FREE Facebook group, Unf*ck Your Fitness
• Click HERE for my favorite fitness & life things!

More about the Unf*ck Your Fitness Podcast:

If you've tried all the fad diets and are sick and tired of not achieving your health and fitness goals long-term, you've come to the right place! Welcome to the Unf*ck Your Fitness Podcast with me, Kristy Castillo. I'm here to help you break the annoying diet cycle, gain confidence, and reach your health and fitness goals. 

This podcast will show you how to be proud of the body you have, build the body you want, and enjoy the process along the way. I'll cover topics like how to get the most from your workouts, the importance of feeding your body what it needs, and key mindset shifts that will empower you. I've broken through the BS surrounding diet culture and built my dream body, all while being a busy wife, Mom and business owner, and I know you can too!

Connect with me on Instagram at @kristycastillofit

Learn more about working together by visiting my website: https://www.kristycastillo.com/