124 | 5 Reasons You’re Gaining Weight in Perimenopause—and How to Fix It
Menopause Makeover⎮Belly Fat, Strength Train, Lose Weight, Hormone Imbalance, Meal Planning
Release Date: 07/23/2025
147 | Can meal prep be simple? A Hormone-Smart Plan for the Holidays
Menopause Makeover⎮Belly Fat, Strength Train, Lose Weight, Hormone Imbalance, Meal Planning
Does meal prep feel impossible in the middle of holiday chaos — especially when your hormones are all over the place and your energy feels unpredictable? If so, sister… you are not alone. And you are absolutely not failing. This season asks a lot of your body — emotionally, mentally, and metabolically — which is exactly why simple, steady meal prep becomes a gift of peace, not pressure. In this episode, I’m walking you through a calm, doable approach to meal prep for the holidays — one that supports hormone balance, stabilizes your blood sugar, and helps you stay rooted in your...
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146 | How To Enjoy Holiday Food And Still Support Weight Loss
Menopause Makeover⎮Belly Fat, Strength Train, Lose Weight, Hormone Imbalance, Meal Planning
Do the holidays ever bring up thoughts like, “Why try to stay on plan?” or “I can eat whatever I want today — I’ll figure it out later”? If so, you’re in good company, friend. And this episode of The Menopause Makeover Podcast is going to give you the tools to walk into the holiday table feeling confident instead of conflicted. Today, we’re talking about the real reason midlife women feel so torn during holiday meals — and why it has far more to do with mindset than it does with the food on your plate. I’ll show you the simple shift I teach my clients that changes...
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BONUS | 31 Days to Get Strong: Menopause Fitness Made Simple
Menopause Makeover⎮Belly Fat, Strength Train, Lose Weight, Hormone Imbalance, Meal Planning
Does December always feel like the month where your workouts quietly slide into “I’ll start again in January”? You’re not alone, friend — and it’s exactly why I’m popping in with this quick fitness bonus episode. Here’s the truth: movement really is medicine for a midlife body. But when life gets full (and it always does this time of year), even the most determined woman ends up pushing her workouts to “later.” And you and I both know… later usually becomes next year. That’s why I created 31 Days of Fitmas — a full month of simple, strategic workouts built for your...
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145 | The Truth About Consistency and Belly Fat Loss in Menopause
Menopause Makeover⎮Belly Fat, Strength Train, Lose Weight, Hormone Imbalance, Meal Planning
Do you start every Monday saying, “This is it,” and by Thursday you’re back in the pantry… wondering why it’s so hard to stay consistent when you want to lose weight and finally shrink that stubborn belly fat? In this episode of The Menopause Makeover Podcast, we’re unpacking the real reason midlife consistency feels so slippery—especially when hormone imbalance, stress, and life changes collide. I’ll walk you through five powerful, doable strategies to stay consistent long enough to actually lose weight and see changes in your belly fat… without white-knuckling your way...
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144 | Messed Up? Here’s How To Keep Losing Weight In Menopause
Menopause Makeover⎮Belly Fat, Strength Train, Lose Weight, Hormone Imbalance, Meal Planning
Ever start strong… and then life completely blows up? You had your meals prepped, your workout planned, your water bottle filled — and then, boom — a sick kid, sleepless night, or hormone storm knocked you off course. I’ve been there too, and in this episode, I’m walking you through exactly how to stay consistent and lose belly fat in midlife even when life feels messy. We’ll talk about the mindset that keeps you from spiraling when your plan falls apart, and how to find your way back without the guilt, shame, or “I’ll start Monday” cycle. You’ll learn: How to build a...
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143 | You’re Eating Protein… So Why Aren’t You Losing Belly Fat or Building Muscle?
Menopause Makeover⎮Belly Fat, Strength Train, Lose Weight, Hormone Imbalance, Meal Planning
If you’ve been eating your protein, doing your workouts, and still wondering why your belly fat won’t budge or your muscles aren’t showing up… this one’s for you. In this episode, I’m breaking down the secret muscle-building amino acid that every midlife woman needs to finally start losing weight and building strength after 40 — leucine. Most women in menopause don’t realize that their hormones have changed the rules of metabolism. The same meals that once helped you stay lean in your 30s just don’t trigger muscle growth anymore. That’s because your body now needs a...
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142 | 3 Reasons You’re Not Losing Weight After 40 Even If You Exercise Daily
Menopause Makeover⎮Belly Fat, Strength Train, Lose Weight, Hormone Imbalance, Meal Planning
Are you working out faithfully but still staring at stubborn belly fat that won’t budge? You’re not alone — and it’s not your effort, it’s your approach. In this episode of The Menopause Makeover Podcast, Coach Kris (a.k.a. “Honey”) breaks down three science-backed reasons midlife women stop losing weight — even when they’re exercising consistently. Drawing from Dr. Stacy Sims’ research and years of menopause fitness coaching, Kris explains why traditional cardio might actually be slowing your fat loss and what to do instead. You’ll learn: ✅ Why long, steady-state...
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141 | How To Get Back On The Trim Healthy Train After Falling Off So You Can Lose Weight
Menopause Makeover⎮Belly Fat, Strength Train, Lose Weight, Hormone Imbalance, Meal Planning
Hey friend — if you’ve been following the Trim Healthy plan but keep finding yourself “falling off the train,” this episode is for you. You know what to eat, you’ve read the books, maybe you’ve even had success before… but staying consistent feels harder in this season of life. Hormones shift, energy dips, and one off-plan day can spiral into a week. I get it — because I’ve been there too. In this episode of the Menopause Makeover Podcast, I’m opening up about what it really takes to stay consistent with Trim Healthy in midlife — when perfection isn’t possible and life...
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140 | Can Hormones Really Steal Your Energy And Slow Fat Loss?
Menopause Makeover⎮Belly Fat, Strength Train, Lose Weight, Hormone Imbalance, Meal Planning
If you’ve been dragging yourself out of bed, living off coffee, and wondering why your energy seems to vanish halfway through the day — this episode is for you. Fatigue in midlife isn’t just about getting older. It’s about what’s happening under the surface — shifting hormones, tired adrenals, and years of stress that have left your body running on fumes. But here’s the hope: you can rebuild your energy, one simple step at a time. In this episode of The Menopause Makeover Podcast, I’m sharing practical, faith-filled tools to help you restore your energy and support your...
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139 | 18 Easy Trim Healthy Meals For Weight Loss In Menopause
Menopause Makeover⎮Belly Fat, Strength Train, Lose Weight, Hormone Imbalance, Meal Planning
If meal planning in midlife feels confusing—or if you’re skipping your E meals because carbs make you nervous—this episode is about to change that. I’m walking you through why carb-anchored E meals are essential for hormone balance, thyroid health, and sustainable fat loss in menopause. You’ll learn how to pair whole-food carbs with protein, fiber, and just enough fat to support your metabolism, balance blood sugar, and finally feel energized again. Plus, I’ll give you my Pick-2-Prep system that keeps meal planning simple (and stress-free) and share 18 easy E-meal ideas you can use...
info_outlineStruggling with weight loss after 40—even though you’re eating healthy, following Trim Healthy Mama, and showing up the best you can?
In this episode of the Menopause Makeover Podcast, we’re talking about 5 reasons your weight loss strategy might not be working in menopause—and how to fix it without going back to extreme diets or cutting carbs.
If you’ve ever wondered:
- Why can’t I lose weight in menopause—even when I’m doing everything right?
- Why isn’t Trim Healthy Mama working for me anymore?
- What’s the best diet for menopause weight loss?
- Could hormone imbalance be causing my weight gain?
…then this episode is for you.
You’ll learn how your mindset, hormones, and midlife metabolism work together—and how to shift your strategy so it supports fat loss, not frustration. I’ll walk you through the most common mistakes I see in my coaching practice and help you reset your approach to finally start seeing results.
Whether you’re in perimenopause or post-menopause, this episode will help you feel clear, empowered, and back in control of your journey.
If today’s episode hit home and you’re ready for a real shift in your weight loss journey…
Go take a look at the Midlife Fat Loss Formula. It’s my signature 6-month group coaching program—and it’s helped so many women just like you get their body back into fat-burning mode.
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