Why Midlife Women Need to Stop Playing Small: Kate Rowe-Ham on Strength, Longevity & Confidence

Are women really meant to slow down as they age—or is that one of the biggest myths we've been sold? In this inspiring episode of Just As Well, Claire Sanderson sits down with women's strength and longevity coach Kate Rowe-Ham to talk about fitness, confidence, menopause, resilience, and why midlife could be your most powerful chapter yet. Kate shares her experience completing HYROX and the London Marathon, explains why strength training becomes non-negotiable as we age, and reveals the simple habits every woman can start today to feel stronger, healthier, and more confident. You'll learn: ✅ Why movement is one of the most powerful tools for managing stress and mental load ✅ How strength training supports longevity and healthy ageing ✅ The mindset shifts that stop women from reaching their potential ✅ Why protein AND fibre matter in midlife ✅ How to build confidence and stop self-sabotaging ✅ What Kate wishes every woman over 40 knew about ageing This conversation is a powerful reminder that getting older doesn't mean becoming invisible—it means stepping into your strength. If you're navigating midlife, menopause, or simply want to feel stronger and more energised, this episode is for you. Subscribe for more expert conversations on health, wellbeing, longevity and living well. Just As Well, the Women's Health Podcast Hosted by Editor-in-Chief Claire Sanderson and Gemma Atkinson Produced by Ruth Holroyd Want more from Women’s Health? Join the Women’s Health COLLECTIVE for workouts, exclusive events and expert advice to unlock your fittest self - Train smarter. Live better. Click here: https://bit.ly/4ufi7DC Don't miss out on the latest must-see videos from Women's Health UK, subscribe! Website: https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/ Facebook:   / womenshealthuk   Instagram:   / womenshealthuk   X: https://x.com/UKWomensHealth Tik Tok:   / womenshealthuk