Weight Loss After 50 with Dr. Ginny Trierweiler
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Release Date: 04/24/2025
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info_outlineDr. Ginny Trierweiler is a Psychologist and Certified Health Coach who specializes in helping women over 50 achieve sustainable weight loss through her program, “Slender for Good.” Her approach focuses on nourishing the body to promote natural weight release, moving away from traditional dieting methods so you can be your best self no matter your age!
We discuss:
- The challenge of losing weight over 50
- Mindset shifts & the psychology behind habit change
- Why the word "diet" shouldn't be in our vocabulary
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