Why Women Over 40 Need Qi Gong, Not HIIT

As Sara Jane Ho reflects on turning 40 she breaks down the unspoken rules of drinking in Chinese culture, reveals why healthy weight gain in TCM has nothing to do with “eating more,” and shares her go-to congee recipe for nourishing the Spleen. She also dives into the best forms of movement for perimenopause—from Qi Gong to Tai Chi—and why in this season of life your workouts should soothe your system, not drain your Yin. 🎧 Listen to the full episode → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 🎧 Link to Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/71eaHez... 📲 Follow Sara Jane Ho: @sarajaneho 📲 Follow Kelsey Meyer: @thekelseymeyer 🔔 Subscribe for new episodes every Tuesday About the Pod Hosted by author, Netflix host and eastern wellness expert Sara Jane Ho, Mind Your Manners is your guide to navigating life’s messy moments with confidence, grace, and just the right amount of sass.

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