210. Real Life Update: My Year With Perimenopause, Health Struggles & Fitness Pivots

If you’ve been listening to the podcast regularly or following me on social media, you know this year has been quite a roller coaster for me health-wise. I’ve been way more consistent with my macros lately, and I’m easing into a build season this fall, but to be real with you…it’s been a STRUGGLE.

From crazy perimenopause symptoms to blood pressure issues and feeling like my body just isn’t responding the way it used to, I’ve had to figure it out, out one step at a time.

I’ve made necessary adjustments to my nutrition, supplements, and workouts. Ultimately, I really needed simplicity, intentionality, and to listen to my body in this not-so-straightforward season. 

Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, health challenges, or another hard time in life, it’s okay to pivot. It’s okay to give yourself grace when you need it, but…it’s also okay to give yourself some tough love when you’re sliding into excuses (I’ve had to do this a LOT recently)!

 You’re not alone in this, and I promise - you CAN still build a body and life you love!

Episode Recap:

• A real-life update on where I’m at with my health, macros & fitness
• My perimenopause journey so far + common symptoms women experience
• My experience working w/ an online health platform + health challenges I faced at the start of 2025
• The specific + frustrating symptoms I struggled with over the past year
• Key changes I made in my health routine + supplements that have been most impactful
• How I simplified my nutrition, cut back on alcohol & adjusted my workouts
• Why finding simplicity AND listening to my body has been a game-changer
• Why you need to channel your “inner Kristy”

Links/Resources Mentioned:

• Save $100 when you use Winona
• Bucked Up Creatine
• Kion EAAs
• Promix Debloat
• Promix Collagen
• 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/