Why Am I Gaining Weight in My 40s Even Though I Eat Healthy?
A Better Way with Kersten Kimura
If you feel like youâre doing everything right and still gaining weight, this episode is for you. Youâre eating clean. Youâre making better choices. Youâre trying harder than ever⊠and yet the scale keeps creeping up and your body feels like itâs no longer responding the way it used to. Youâre not imagining it. The truth is, eating âhealthyâ does not automatically mean youâre eating in a way that leads to weight loss. Healthy food isnât calorie-free, and itâs surprisingly easy to overeat without realizing it. In this episode, we break down whatâs really going on so it...
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How I Lost Weight WITHOUT Dieting And Have Kept It Off for 6 Years
A Better Way with Kersten Kimura
Download my free guide: The Calorie Setup Guide Learn how to calculate your calorie target and set your protein goal for fat loss. Get it here: In this episode, Iâm sharing the 5 things I did to lose weight in 2020 and, more importantly, how Iâve kept it off for the past 6 years. No dieting. No starving. No endless cardio. If youâre tired of restrictive plans, exhausting workouts, and feeling like you have to âstart overâ every Monday, this episode will give you a different way to approach fat loss. Between 2017 and 2019, I had to gain weight to support my health....
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Donât cut calories yet (do this first in MyFitnessPal)
A Better Way with Kersten Kimura
The biggest mistake people make when they start using MyFitnessPal for fat loss is immediately cutting their calories. Before you do that, thereâs one important step you should take first: figure out how much youâre currently eating. In this episode, I walk you through how to use MyFitnessPal to track your food so you can establish your starting point before creating a calorie deficit. Doing this first makes your fat loss plan much more accurate, realistic, and sustainable. Youâll learn how to log your food properly, adjust serving sizes, why using a food...
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Why People in Northern Europe Stay Fit Without Dieting
A Better Way with Kersten Kimura
In this episode, Iâm sharing my personal observations after spending time in both countries again. I was born and raised in Estonia, lived in Finland for several years, and still visit about once a year. After spending the past week and a half visiting family in Estonia and traveling to Finland, it reminded me how different daily habits can be compared to many other places. This isnât about everyone in these countries, and itâs definitely not about claiming theyâve figured everything out. These are simply patterns I notice again and again when I visit. In the video, I talk about some...
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8 Reasons Why My Fitness Pal Is Messing Up Your Weight Loss
A Better Way with Kersten Kimura
MyFitnessPal is one of the most popular tracking tools out there, and Iâve been using it for years myself. But if youâre not getting the results you expect from tracking your food, this episode is for you. Free Guide: 12 High Protein Foods in Less Than 5 Minutes: I started using MyFitnessPal in 2015 and began tracking more accurately in 2019 when it became a huge part of my own fat loss journey. Since then, Iâve coached many women using the appâand Iâve seen how easily it can go wrong if youâre not aware of the common mistakes. In this episode, I walk you through 8 reasons why MFP...
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6 Popular Protein Bars: Which One Wins?
A Better Way with Kersten Kimura
Get my FREE workouts đ Watch this episode on video to see all the bars that I tested: https://kerstenkimura.com/blog/ranking-6-grocery-store-protein-bars-with-brutal-honesty/ Protein bars can be a convenient way to boost your protein intakeâbut not all bars are created equal. In this episode, I head to my local grocery store and put 6 of the most popular, easy-to-find protein bars to the test. These are bars youâll see in most grocery stores and on Amazon. I evaluated each bar using 4 key criteria that matter most if you actually use protein bars: â Taste â Because if it doesnât...
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Morning vs. Evening Workouts: Whatâs Better for Women Over 40?
A Better Way with Kersten Kimura
When is the best time to work out? Should you be hitting the weights at sunriseâor saving your energy for a post-workday session? In todayâs episode, we explore the pros and cons of both morning and evening workoutsâespecially through the lens of a woman in her 40s or beyond with a full, busy life. If youâve been trying to force a âperfectâ schedule or wondering why what worked in your 20s doesnât feel right anymore, this oneâs for you. Youâll learn: đȘ Why consistency matters more than the clock đ The surprising benefits of morning movement đ How evening workouts can...
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This Workout Strategy Works BETTER After 40
A Better Way with Kersten Kimura
Are you 40+ and not seeing results from your strength training? Get my free guide: So, are you stuck and not seeing results even though you're doing the workouts, lifting weights, and showing up consistently? If you're a woman 40+ and you're frustrated that your body isn't changing the way you expected, you're not alone. In this video, I'm breaking down the 3 biggest mistakes women over 40 make with strength training â and these are the exact reasons why your workouts might not be delivering the results you want. You'll learn what the better strategy is, so that you actually start feeling...
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This Is Why Your Body Feels "Old" (It's Not Your Age)
A Better Way with Kersten Kimura
Your Age Is NOT the Problem â This Is. FREE Workout plan here: Are you over 40, 50, or even 70 â and feeling like your body is just breaking down with age? Let me be clear: your age is not the enemy. Whatâs really behind the stiffness, fatigue, weight gain, and aches isnât your birthday⊠itâs the lack of the right kind of movement. Watch the video on YouTube: In this eye-opening episode, Iâll break down the real reasons why so many people feel worse as they age â and how to turn it all around with simple, beginner-friendly strength training. đŹ Hear powerful client stories,...
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Forget MotivationâHereâs Your Real Guide to Staying Consistent After 40
A Better Way with Kersten Kimura
Motivation doesn't always show up, so here's what you REALLY need to be consistent. Fit From Scratch: Strong + Sensitive: If youâve been waiting to feel motivated before working out⊠you might be waiting forever. The truth is, motivation fades. What actually keeps you going after 40 is consistency and mindset shift â and in this video, Iâll show you exactly how to build them without burnout, guilt, or perfectionism. đȘ Youâll learn: âą The âNo Zero Daysâ principle â and why small steps create the biggest results âą How to take ownership of your health âą How to...
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Watch this episode on video to see all the bars that I tested: https://kerstenkimura.com/blog/ranking-6-grocery-store-protein-bars-with-brutal-honesty/
Protein bars can be a convenient way to boost your protein intakeâbut not all bars are created equal. In this episode, I head to my local grocery store and put 6 of the most popular, easy-to-find protein bars to the test. These are bars youâll see in most grocery stores and on Amazon.
I evaluated each bar using 4 key criteria that matter most if you actually use protein bars:
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Taste â Because if it doesnât taste good, whatâs the point?
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Protein-to-Calorie Ratio â Learn the ideal ratio and how to avoid bars that barely deliver protein.
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Fiber Content â Choosing the right bar can surprisingly help you hit your daily fiber goal.
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Price â Some options are far more budget-friendly than others.
I ranked all 6 bars in each category and then revealed my brutally honest overall rankings.
I also have a clear favorite, and I explain exactly why it stands outâand which bars I personally wouldnât buy.
đȘ If youâre trying to find the best on-the-go protein bar without wasting money or macros, this episode is for you.
đ Tune in to find out which protein bars are worth itâand which ones miss the mark.
đ Whatâs your go-to protein bar? Let me knowâI might review it next.
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