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  • How to Get on The Same Page As Your Spouse

    How to Get on The Same Page As Your Spouse
    Feb 26 2026
    In this episode, Chris and I tackle two questions from our community that we see coming up time and time again: How do you create financial independence within a marriage, and how do you get on the same page with your spouse about money? Key Topics: The Reality for Women & Finances Nearly 1 in 3 Canadian women have no individual savings outside shared household finances After divorce, women's household income drops 23% on average (vs. only 10% for men) Women live 4-6 years longer than men but hold significantly less in retirement savings Why We Need to Talk About This Money is likely the #1 reason for divorce after infidelity We share our own journey—from financial stress and scorekeeping to building a healthier partnership The importance of viewing both partners' contributions (including stay-at-home work valued at $150-200K/year!) as equal Getting on the Same Page: Our Best Advice Start with the numbers—listen to last week's episode on preparing for a financial needs analysis Have the uncomfortable conversation and sit with the discomfort Focus on shared goals and values, not just budgets Schedule regular "money dates" to stay aligned Building Financial Independence Within Marriage Why you need separate accounts AND joint accounts Making sure both names are on major assets (mortgage, house deed, etc.) Understanding life insurance, disability, and critical illness coverage The difference between mortgage insurance and personal life insurance (this one's huge!) Creating a shared document with all your accounts and investments Red Flags to Watch For No access to financial information, logins, or passwords One partner controlling 100% of the money Being blocked from working or creating your own income Action Steps: Have the conversation—even if it's uncomfortable Get educated on basic financial literacy Consider booking a call with a financial advisor to create a plan together Make sure you both understand where all your money is and how it's protected Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Free Resources: Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20" Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE" *code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale* Programs: Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/ Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Connect with Chris: Instagram | @chrisborsellino Finance Discovery Session | Book Here Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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    54 min
  • Fertility Tracking in Perimenopause and Menopause - Yup, It's A Thing! with Rose Mackenzie

    Fertility Tracking in Perimenopause and Menopause - Yup, It's A Thing! with Rose Mackenzie
    Feb 23 2026
    In this episode, I sat down with Rose MacKenzie, Clinical Manager at Mira, to discuss hormone tracking and why it matters from puberty through menopause. Rose has over a decade of experience as a natural family planning instructor and has helped countless women understand their hormonal patterns. Key Topics: Why hormone tracking matters at every age If you have functioning ovaries, your hormones fluctuate and impact everything about you The limitations of period tracking apps Most apps use outdated calendar methods and only 4 out of 74 studied apps were actually accurate How the Mira fertility tracker works An at-home hormone monitoring system that tracks estrogen, LH, progesterone, and FSH through urine testing My personal experience At 46 and in perimenopause, I've been using Mira for two months and the data has been fascinating Understanding perimenopause Why this phase is so confusing and how tracking can give you back control Failed ovulation attempts What happens when your body tries to ovulate but doesn't succeed (common in perimenopause, PCOS, and postpartum) Timing progesterone supplementation Why taking it on a set day (like day 14) might not align with YOUR body's actual ovulation The importance of FSH Why this often-ignored hormone deserves more attention, especially 6+ years before menopause Who can benefit from tracking From teens to postmenopausal women, including those who've had hysterectomies or ablations Let's dive in! Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special! Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Connect with Guest - Instagram | @mirafertility Facebook | @mirafertility Website | miracare.com | Use code "2JENNPIKE20" at checkout for 20% off your order This episode is sponsored by: withinUs | Use the code JENNPIKE20 at withinus.ca for a limited time to save 20% off your first order and 20% off your first subscription order St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option Free Resources: Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20" Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE" *code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale* Programs: Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/ Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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    1 ora e 2 min
  • How to Prepare for an FNA Call

    How to Prepare for an FNA Call
    Feb 19 2026
    In this episode, we break down exactly what you need to prepare for a Financial Needs Analysis - whether you're working with Chris or just want to get your financial house in order on your own. The 7 Essential Items You Need: Monthly Spending Pull 3 months of bank and credit card statements. Print them out and lay them side by side with a highlighter - you'll be amazed at what you discover about subscription services and spending patterns. Investment Statements RSPs, TFSAs, RESPs, pensions, LIRAs - gather everything. These are your money makers and your ticket to retirement. Liabilities Mortgages, car payments, credit cards, any long-term loans. We need the full picture of what you owe. Insurance Policies Most people have no idea what coverage they actually have, when it expires, or what it's worth. Time to find out. Income Details Know what you actually make weekly, monthly, or how you're taking money from your business. You'd be surprised how many people can't answer this off the top of their head. Corporate Information If you have a corporation or holding company, we need those details too. Your Goals What are you actually saving for? Retirement isn't one-size-fits-all, and your spending will change through different life stages. Key Takeaways Not all debt is bad debt We shared the conversation we had with our son Sam about his car payment and why paying off 0% interest debt early isn't always the smartest move. Healthcare costs matter As we age, healthcare becomes a major expense. We need to plan for it now, not when we're already facing those bills. Time is money Getting organized before your financial meeting saves everyone time and gets you better, more accurate planning. Couples need full transparency Even if you keep some accounts separate, we need to see the complete picture to plan your future together. Let's dive in! Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special! Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Free Resources: Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20" Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE" *code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale* Programs: Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/ Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Connect with Chris: Instagram | @chrisborsellino Finance Discovery Session | Book Here Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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    31 min
  • Heal Your Hormones with Dr Sonya Jensen

    Heal Your Hormones with Dr Sonya Jensen
    Feb 16 2026
    This week's episode is one that I know will resonate deeply with so many of you. I sat down with my friend Dr. Sonya Jensen, a naturopathic physician practicing in BC, to talk about her incredible new book, Heal Your Hormones: Reclaim Yourself. Chapters: 5:12 - The Path That Chose Her 12:45 - Understanding Your Body's Language 24:30 - Hormones, Emotions & Mental Health 38:15 - Cycle Syncing & Hormonal Identity 47:20 - Unlearning Patterns & Generational Conditioning 1:02:45 - Natural Support & Testing 1:15:30 - Three Steps to Reclaim Yourself in 2026 Let's dive in! Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special! Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Connect with Guest - Instagram | @drsonyajensen Facebook | @drsonyajensennd Book | GET YOUR COPY HERE Website | drsonyajensen.com This episode is sponsored by: withinUs | Use the code JENNPIKE20 at withinus.ca for a limited time to save 20% off your first order and 20% off your first subscription order St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option Free Resources: Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20" Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE" *code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale* Programs: Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/ Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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    58 min
  • The Consistency Code with Courtney Townley

    The Consistency Code with Courtney Townley
    Feb 12 2026

    In this episode, I'm interviewing Courtney Townley, author of The Consistency Code. If you're a woman stuck in the cycle of temporary fixes - the boot camps, the detoxes, the one-size-fits-all programs that promise everything but deliver short-term results - this conversation is for you. Today, we cut through the BS of wellness culture in the most loving, direct way possible. No shame, no guilt, just real talk about what it actually takes to create lasting transformation.

    Chapters:

    • [8:32] What Health Really Means

    • [18:11] Courtney's Turning Point

    • [25:12] The Two-Part Stress Equation

    • [33:12] Practical Self-Awareness Tools

    • [49:37] Health as Self-Expression

    Let's dive in!

    Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!

    Click here to listen:

    Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERE
    Spotify – CLICK HERE

    Connect with Guest -

    • Instagram | @gracegrit

    • Facebook | @gracegritllc

    • The Consistency Code | GET YOUR COPY

    • Website | graceandgrit.com

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    • Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport

    • Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide

    • The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast

    • Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"

    • Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"

      • *code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale*

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    • Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite

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    • Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/

    • Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages

    • Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman

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    • Instagram | @jennpike

    • Facebook | @thesimplicityproject

    • YouTube | Simplicity TV

    • Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.

    Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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    55 min
  • What I Would Teach My 35-Year Old Self About Working Out

    What I Would Teach My 35-Year Old Self About Working Out
    Feb 9 2026
    In this episode, I'm sharing exactly what I would do differently if I could go back and train my 35-year-old self. This one's packed with practical advice for women 35+ who want to build real, lasting strength. Key Topics: The Mindset Shift Why training smarter beats training harder every time Moving beyond aesthetic-only goals to functional strength that serves you for decades The importance of being a lifelong student of your own body The Two Most Neglected Movement Patterns Hip hinging: deadlifts, good mornings, hip thrusts - and why your lower back pain might be telling you something Upper body strength: why you can't skip it (and no, you won't get bulky) My Ideal Training Splits for Women 35+ Option A: 4-Day Upper/Lower Split Monday: Lower body (hinge-focused) Tuesday: Upper body (push/pull) Wednesday: Rest/walk/mobility Thursday: Lower body OR The Body (Pilates/barre fusion) Friday: Upper body Weekend: Rest or additional lower body Option B: 3-Day Full Body Split Day 1: Full body (hinge + pull emphasis) Day 2: Rest/cardio/mobility Day 3: Full body (squat + push emphasis) Day 4: Rest Day 5: Full body (posterior chain emphasis) Sets, Reps & Real Talk 3-4 working sets (after warmup sets!) 6-10 reps for main lifts, 10-15 for accessories Why your first set doesn't count Training to failure vs. training to form collapse What to Stop Doing Endless circuits that leave you exhausted Prioritizing cardio over strength when your goal is body composition Changing programs every few weeks out of impatience Letting the scale dictate your worth The Cardio Question Daily walking (8-12K steps) 1-2 short metabolic finishers per week (8-12 minutes max) Zone 2 cardio for recovery, not depletion Let's dive in! Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special! Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE This episode is sponsored by: withinUs | Use the code JENNPIKE20 at withinus.ca for a limited time to save 20% off your order St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option Free Resources: Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20" Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE" *code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale* Programs: Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/ Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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    58 min
  • What If You Could Get Paid To Run Your Own Family's Finances

    What If You Could Get Paid To Run Your Own Family's Finances
    Feb 5 2026
    In this episode, we discuss Chris's career transition from custom construction to financial services, the business opportunity in financial literacy education, and how families can build generational wealth through proper licensing and planning. Key Topics Discussed Chris's Career Journey 20+ years as a custom builder and general contractor in Toronto Notable projects: National Ballet, Casa Loma, Ontario Art Gallery, Casino Rama, luxury homes in Bridal Path and Forest Hill Challenges of relocating construction business from Ontario to BC The decision to transition careers at 45 years old The Career Transition Moving from construction to financial services Getting licensed through Insurance Council of British Columbia Completing provincial-level exams at Okanagan College The intimidation and pressure of returning to formal education in mid-40s The Business Opportunity Three pathways: personal finance management, one-on-one client consulting, or building a team/agency Teaching financial literacy to Canadian families Flexibility to work from home and control your own schedule Ability to pass business to family members (spouse, children) - keeping it as generational wealth Why This Matters Now Rising cost of living outpacing wage increases Mortgage rates doubling for many families Need for additional income streams Opportunity to learn financial literacy while earning The Licensing Process Provincial-level certification through Insurance Council of British Columbia Post-secondary education requirement (Okanagan College) Not a weekend course - legitimate professional designation Minimum 70% passing grade required Family Legacy Component Licensed business can transfer to spouse and children Keeps client relationships within the family unit Different from traditional firms where clients "roll up" to the company Creates true generational wealth opportunity Work-Life Balance Benefits No commuting (Chris previously spent ~1 day/week in vehicle) Flexible schedule for family events and activities Ability to work while traveling Geographic freedom - clients across Canada via virtual meetings Success Stories Rebecca Matthews: Went from multiple six figures in debt to running one of the fastest-growing agencies, earning $250K/year Team members earning from $500-2000/month part-time to $250K+ full-time Couples working together successfully in the business Let's dive in! Thank you for joi ning us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special! Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Free Resources: Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20" Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE" *code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale* Programs: Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/ Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Connect with Chris: Instagram | @chrisborsellino Finance Discovery Session | Book Here Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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    44 min
  • Thrive with More Muscle with Sport Scientist Barbara Birke

    Thrive with More Muscle with Sport Scientist Barbara Birke
    Feb 2 2026
    In this episode, I sit down with sports scientist and nutrition expert Barbara Birke to discuss why building muscle is the ultimate game-changer for women in perimenopause and beyond. We bust myths about "bulking up," explore how muscle acts as your organ of longevity, and get practical about what it really takes to build and maintain strength. Barbara shares her personal journey with frozen shoulder, the power of starting small, and why three 30-minute sessions per week might be all you need. If you've been making excuses about strength training, this conversation will inspire you to finally get started. Chapters: [2:36] Global Perspectives on Women & Strength [5:00] Women as Athletes of Everyday Life [5:47] Breaking Through Limiting Beliefs [7:11] Why Muscle is Magic [8:49] The Realistic Prescription [12:14] Recovery is Where Growth Happens [17:34] Starting When You're Exhausted [22:15] The Weight Debate [26:38] Injury Loops & Joint Pain [30:08] The Belly Fat Connection [32:17] Reps, Sets & Training to Failure [37:14] Barbara's Frozen Shoulder Journey [42:01] The BIG Framework [44:38] Nutrition Ratios & Supplements [49:16] Three Simplicity Tips to Get Started Let's dive in! Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special! Click here to listen: Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERESpotify – CLICK HERE Connect with Guest - Instagram | @strongwithbarbara Top Tips to Start Your Strength Routine | Get Your FREE Copy Here Power & Balance Online Course | Access Here Your Thrive Formula | Access Here Website | optimum-you.com This episode is sponsored by: withinUs | Use the code JENNPIKE20 at withinus.ca for a limited time to save 20% off your order St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15 Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option Free Resources: Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20" Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE" *code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale* Programs: Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/ Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman Connect with Jenn: Instagram | @jennpike Facebook | @thesimplicityproject YouTube | Simplicity TV Website | The Simplicity Project Inc. Have a question? Send it over to hello@jennpike.com and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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    54 min