Goal Getter: Fuel Your Goals Without Burning Out
Goal Getter: Fuel Your Goals Without Burning Out
Ep. 42•November 4, 2025•18 min

042. How to Build Strength, Confidence, and Follow-Through After 40 | with Alicia Harrison pt 2

Today I'm continuing the conversation with Alicia Harrison, creator of Flip This Chick, an eight-week program helping women lose weight, balance hormones, and build lasting habits during menopause and midlife. Alicia shares how to train smarter, not harder, with practical strategies to stay consistent, confident, and flexible no matter where life takes you. Learn why mindset and accountability matter more than motivation, how to boost metabolism through strength and movement, and why it's never too late to rewrite your family's health story. You'll also hear Alicia's inspiring stories about running a 50K with her kids and grandkids, creating a multigenerational culture of fitness, and transforming excuses into empowerment. Whether you're in your 40s, 50s, or beyond, this episode will help you take ownership of your health, follow through on your goals, and thrive through menopause and midlife, without burnout or perfection. Follow on instagram @iamjennahostetler and @sprintnutrition Follow Alicia @alicia.flipthischick

Key Takeaways

  • 1

    Focus on consistency over perfection

    True body transformation comes from challenging your muscles consistently, regardless of the environment.

    Don't wait for the perfect gym setup; learn to improvise with whatever equipment is available to maintain progress.

  • 2

    Build a culture of health for your family

    Fitness should be a multigenerational activity that inspires others rather than a solitary chore.

    Challenge your family members to set goals together, creating accountability and shared experiences.

  • 3

    Prioritize your non-negotiables first

    If health and family are your top priorities, they should be the first things you address each day before checking your phone or starting work.

    Use a visual checklist or whiteboard to track daily habits, which builds confidence and reinforces your identity as someone who follows through.

  • 4

    Redefine aging through movement

    Stop accepting the 'norm' of declining health in midlife; focus on living for the next 40-50 years with vitality.

    View your health as an investment in your future quality of life, ensuring you can remain active and independent as you age.

Intro

  • In this episode, Jenna Hostetler continues her conversation with Alicia Harrison to discuss building strength, confidence, and lasting habits during midlife and menopause.
  • Alicia Harrison is a certified health coach and the creator of 'Flip This Chick,' an eight-week program designed to help women balance hormones, lose weight, and build sustainable fitness habits.
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– Empowering Yourself in the Gym

  • Alicia explains the importance of understanding the 'why' behind workouts so that you can adapt to any environment, whether traveling or dealing with a crowded gym.

I just need you to challenge whatever area you work. Challenge it enough that you know it's going to need to change in order for you to show up next time for that not to be so hard.

– Alicia Harrison

– The Psychology of Commitment

  • The discussion shifts to why people often sign up for fitness programs but fail to show up, highlighting the difference between wanting to 'say' you are doing something versus actually doing it.

I want the metal on the wall and the finish line. And I want to feel like a million bucks.

– Alicia Harrison

– Multigenerational Fitness and Inspiration

  • Alicia shares stories of her family's active lifestyle, including running 50Ks with her children and grandchildren, and how this shared culture keeps them all accountable.

I'm telling you, I never will forget somebody saying, oh, well, diabetes runs in my family. Well, no, guess what? Your family just doesn't run. Let's get in motion and get rid of the disease.

– Alicia Harrison

– Prioritizing Your Daily Non-Negotiables

  • Alicia discusses the importance of doing your most important tasks—like exercise and self-care—before opening your phone or starting your workday.
  • Keep a physical whiteboard or list of daily goals.
  • Complete your non-negotiables before checking your phone.
  • Focus on small, actionable wins to build momentum.

Books Mentioned

  • The Worthy Project by Meadow DeVor
  • The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins
  • The Secret by Rhonda Byrne
  • The Magic by Rhonda Byrne
  • The Miracle Equation by Hal Elrod

Resources

Topics

Midlife HealthMenopauseStrength TrainingHabit BuildingMindsetAccountabilityMetabolismLongevity
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