Brooke Burke on Living Her Dream, Getting Fired, and Rediscovering Herself

After eight seasons of co-hosting Dancing with the Stars, Brooke Burke got the call that she was being let go. At 53, she could have stayed stuck—instead, she turned that setback into Brooke Burke Body, a thriving wellness community redefining what it means to age with strength. In this candid conversation, Brooke opens up about reinvention in your 50s, why slowing down is not falling behind, and how she learned to regulate her nervous system, lift heavy after 40, and embrace perimenopause with grace. If you're navigating a career pivot, midlife change, or just wondering what's next—this one is for you. In this episode, you’ll learn: - The real story behind being let go from Dancing with the Stars and how she walked away with grace - How she turned a career setback into Brooke Burke Body, her wellness app and community - Brooke’s tips for nervous system regulation and how lowering cortisol helps your body finally "let go" - Why Brooke says cardio isn't enough for women after 40 and how to protect muscle and longevity - Her mindset shift from disconnected and high-achieving to present—and how to change your inner dialogue If you liked this episode, then you’ll like: Why I Quit My 30-Year Career (and How to Know If It’s Time to Leave Yours) If you want a say on our upcoming guests, fill out ⁠this form Stay connected with Tamsen: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Get ⁠Tamsen's newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ filled with free tools⁠ to living better, feeling stronger, and knowing you’re never alone Get Tamsen’s NYT instant bestselling book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠How To Menopause⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Free Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠ from Tamsen  Watch all the episodes on ⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Tamsen on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠  The Tamsen Show on ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow Tamsen on ⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠  Sponsors: Taking care of your health just got easier – start here with Zocdoc: https://zocdoc.com/TAMSEN #sponsored Learn more about your ad choices, click here Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices