# Tone It Up AMA: Karena & Deseray Answer Your LIVE Questions!

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Podcast: [Tone It Down](https://stenobird.com/podcast/tone-it-down-7646825)
Published: 2026-01-20T11:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Karena and Tone It Up's Head of Marketing Deseray answer some of YOUR biggest questions. Welcome to episode two of Tone It Down, recorded in Palm Springs, California. In this special Ask Me Anything episode, Karena is joined by Deseray Cummings, Tone It Up’s Head of Marketing and a longtime member of the community since 2010. Together, they answer real questions submitted by the Tone It Up community— covering perimenopause and menopause, hormone imbalances, PMDD, and why the workouts that once worked may not feel the same anymore. They talk honestly about cardio vs. strength training, navigating body changes, and what to do when you’re told your hormones are “normal” but something still feels off. Karena also shares a look at what’s ahead for Tone It Up, including the evolution of the brand and what’s coming next with her protein and nutrition line, and how those plans are being shaped by what the community truly needs in this season of life. All of the questions featured in this episode were submitted directly to Karena via speakpipe.com/KarenaDawn, and this conversation marks the beginning of a regular community Q&A series on Tone It Down— because these honest, real-life questions deserve space and thoughtful conversation. This episode is about understanding your body, adapting with compassion, and finding confidence as you move into what’s next. Have a question you want answered next? Submit it anytime at speakpipe.com/KarenaDawn. (00:00) Meet Deseray: From Superfan to Head of Marketing Deseray has been a Tone It Up girl since 2010—growing up with Karena and the community When you love what you do, it doesn't feel like work (07:03) Listener Marie Asks: Where is the Menopause Support? Marie shares she's been a fan since 2014 and is now going through menopause, feelin…

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