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Fit Girl Magic | Healthy Living For Women Over 40
Release Date: 06/20/2024
Fit Girl Magic | Healthy Living For Women Over 40
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Hey Magic Makers — let’s talk about how the scale might be doing you dirty! Let me guess you are eating “clean,” tracking your food, working out when you can, and still feel like the scale is mocking you? You’re not broken… but your metabolism might be straight-up exhausted. In this kickoff to the Metabolism Reset Series, I’m breaking down why your “eat less, move more” strategy isn’t working anymore — and what’s actually going on behind the scenes (hint: it has a LOT to do with stress, muscle loss, and hormonal chaos). Here's what we're diving into: ▶️ Why...
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Hey Magic Makers — let’s talk about how the scale might be doing you dirty! Let me guess you are eating “clean,” tracking your food, working out when you can, and still feel like the scale is mocking you? You’re not broken… but your metabolism might be straight-up exhausted. In this kickoff to the Metabolism Reset Series, I’m breaking down why your “eat less, move more” strategy isn’t working anymore — and what’s actually going on behind the scenes (hint: it has a LOT to do with stress, muscle loss, and hormonal chaos). Here's what we're diving into: ▶️ Why...
info_outlineIn today's episode of Fit Girl Magic, I'm pulling back the curtain on my personal 20-week journey towards achieving true maintenance in my health and fitness goals. This episode is tailor-made for those over 40 who are chronic dieters, feeling stuck in perpetual plateaus despite countless attempts at different diets and workout routines. I share my struggles with weight gain during perimenopause, the exhausting loop of unsuccessful diets, and my recent realization that sustainable change requires a fundamentally new approach.
Key Topics Covered:
Personal Journey:
My 20-week transformation and achieving maintenance.
Struggles with weight gain during perimenopause and the diet loop.
Hiring a Coach:
The importance of seeking professional help after years of solo efforts.
Emphasizing patience, data-driven decisions, and incremental adjustments.
Nutrition Insights:
My methods for tracking food intake and balancing protein and fiber.
Plans for an anti-inflammatory paleo diet.
Sleep and Inflammation:
The role of sleep in managing my hunger and reducing inflammation.
Nutrition Periodization:
Why cycling through different nutritional phases is crucial instead of constant fat-loss mode.
Whether you need inspiration, practical advice, or validation that you're not alone in this struggle, I hope my story will resonate with you. Have a listen to discover how you too can break free from the endless dieting cycle and find your happy, healthy zone Are you ready to get started?
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