Are you tired of hearing one expert say to fast, another say to eat breakfast, and someone else insist you need more cardio to lose belly fat?
Midlife health advice can get noisy fast. In this episode, I'm sorting through some of the most common claims women over 40 are hearing right now and sharing where I land as a Trim Healthy coach, menopause fitness specialist, and personal trainer.
We'll talk about whether fasted workouts make sense, why breakfast and consistent fueling may matter, how I view intermittent fasting, and why walking is wonderful—but strength training still needs a place in your week. I'll also explain why exercise should be about building a stronger body instead of simply burning calories, what "lifting heavy" really means after 40, where short intense intervals fit, and why creatine has earned so much attention.
If your goal is less belly fat, more muscle, and better energy, protein for weight loss is only one piece. Your body needs consistent fuel, progressive strength training, recovery, movement, sleep, and time.
Ready to get rid of stubborn belly fat with a clear plan and support? Come join me inside the Belly Fat Breakthrough Tribe.
FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES
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