Menopause Makeover⎮Belly Fat, Strength Train, Lose Weight, Hormone Imbalance, Mindset

205 | Want to Lose Weight? Start With This Mindset Shift First

Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "Maybe my body just won't lose weight anymore"? If you're a woman in midlife struggling to lose weight, feeling discouraged by the scale, or wondering why your efforts aren't producing the results they used to, this episode is for you. Today, we're talking about something that may be impacting your progress more than your meal plan, workouts, or even your hormones: your mindset. The truth is, many women aren't just battling belly fat after 40—they're battling years of frustration, disappointment, and negative thinking that quietly shapes their actions every day. Thoughts like "This isn't working," "I'll never get there," or "My body is working against me" can keep you stuck long before food ever becomes the issue. In this episode, I'll show you how to change your mindset, identify the thoughts that may be sabotaging your progress, and replace them with beliefs that support lasting transformation. We'll talk about why mindset matters in menopause, how your thoughts influence your ability to lose weight, and practical ways to renew your mind so you can keep showing up with hope and consistency. Friend, your body is not broken, and your story is not over. Press play and let's learn how to change your mindset so you can move forward with confidence and faith. ✨ Imagine one month from now: less overwhelmed, more consistent, stronger, more energized, and finally trusting yourself again. That's the power of coaching, community, and a simple plan. Midlife Thrive Tribe is designed for women over 40 [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/group-coaching-open?utm_source=libsyn&utm_medium=podcast&utm_term=&utm_content=&utm_campaign=tribe-membership] who want to make the Trim Healthy lifestyle work in real life. JOIN TODAY! https://www.getyourtrimon.com/group-coaching-open [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/group-coaching-open] FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/mindset-shift-to-lose-weight-after-40 [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/mindset-shift-to-lose-weight-after-40] 💪 WORK WITH ME Stop starting over. Start moving forward. Thrive Tribe helps women over 40 make the Trim Healthy lifestyle work in real life. https://www.getyourtrimon.com/group-coaching-open [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/group-coaching-open] Book a FREE discovery call: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/work-with-kris [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/work-with-kris] CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ [https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn [https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn] Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/ [https://www.purple-planet.com/]

204 | The Truth About High Cortisol, Recovery, and Weight Loss After 40

Have you ever felt like you're doing everything right with your workouts... but you're still exhausted, inflamed, sore, and struggling to lose weight? If so, your body may not need more effort. It may need more recovery. In this episode, I'm talking about one of the most overlooked tools in midlife fitness: the deload week. Most women over 40 have been taught to push harder, exercise more, and keep going no matter how tired they feel. But what if that constant pressure is actually contributing to high cortisol, stalled fat loss, inflammation, poor recovery, and burnout? I'll explain what a deload week is, why it matters so much during perimenopause and menopause, and how strategic recovery can actually support your goals to lose weight, build muscle, and feel better. We'll also talk about the signs your body may be asking for a break, how strength training and recovery work together, and why rest is not weakness—it's wisdom. Friend, sometimes the breakthrough you've been praying for doesn't come from doing more. Sometimes it comes from finally giving your body the support it's been asking for. Listen in and discover why recovery may be the missing piece in your midlife fat-loss journey. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/strength-training-recovery-for-menopause-fat-loss [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/strength-training-recovery-for-menopause-fat-loss] 💌 BE AN INSIDER Stay in the know with my weekly newsletter: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter] 💪 WORK WITH ME Book a FREE discovery call: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/work-with-kris [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/work-with-kris] Enroll in the Midlife Fat Loss Formula (6-month coaching): 👉 https://bit.ly/joinfatlossformula [https://bit.ly/joinfatlossformula] CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ [https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn [https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn] Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/ [https://www.purple-planet.com/]

203 | High Cortisol? 5 Ways to Support Your Body This Summer

Ever feel like life is moving at 100 miles an hour and your body is paying the price? Between vacations, graduations, appointments, caregiving, work, church activities, and all the responsibilities that come with midlife, many women find themselves stuck in a constant state of stress. And while you may be doing all the "right" things, your body may be signaling that it needs a different kind of support. In this episode, I'm sharing a powerful coaching conversation that inspired a much-needed reminder for women navigating perimenopause and menopause: sometimes the answer isn't more discipline—it's more support. We'll talk about how chronic stress and high cortisol can contribute to stubborn belly fat, why your mindset matters more than you realize, and practical ways to calm your nervous system during busy seasons. I'll also share easy healthy meal ideas, simple daily anchors, and strategies to help you work with your body instead of constantly pushing against it. If you've been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, wired-but-tired, or frustrated that your weight loss efforts aren't working, this episode is for you. Listen now and discover how to support your body, lower stress, and find peace in the middle of a full life. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/high-cortisol-5-ways-to-support-your-body-this-summer [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/high-cortisol-5-ways-to-support-your-body-this-summer] 💌 BE AN INSIDER Stay in the know with my weekly newsletter: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter] 💪 WORK WITH ME Book a FREE discovery call: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/work-with-kris [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/work-with-kris] Enroll in the Midlife Fat Loss Formula (6-month coaching): 👉 https://bit.ly/joinfatlossformula [https://bit.ly/joinfatlossformula] CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ [https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn [https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn] Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/ [https://www.purple-planet.com/]

202 | 5 Reasons Normal Labs Don't Always Mean Healthy Hormones

Are your hormones unbalanced… or are you just being told that everything looks "normal"? If you've been struggling with weight gain around the middle, anxiety, poor sleep, brain fog, low motivation, or feeling like a completely different person than you did a few years ago, this conversation is for you. In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Meyers, Chief Patient Experience Officer at Kiaora and longtime friend from our Trim Healthy community. Jessica shares her personal journey through perimenopause, how hormone therapy transformed her health, and what she's learned from helping thousands of women navigate hormone imbalance and midlife wellness. We talk about common hormones, unbalanced symptoms, and why so many women are told their labs are "fine" when they still feel awful, the truth about bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, testosterone for women, weight gain concerns, and when it might be time to start exploring hormone support. If you've been wondering whether your symptoms are hormone-related or you've been curious about hormone therapy but still have questions, this episode will give you clarity and hope. 🤩 Interested in learning more about bioidentical hormone therapy? Visit: Kiaora Hormone Therapy http://kiaora.com/BHRT [https://www.kiaora.com/treatments/bioidentical-hormone-replacement-therapy] Use coupon code: KRIS10 at checkout for a special listener discount. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/hormone-imbalance-after-40-signs-and-solutions [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/hormone-imbalance-after-40-signs-and-solutions] 💌 BE AN INSIDER Stay in the know with my weekly newsletter: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter] 💪 WORK WITH ME Book a FREE discovery call: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/work-with-kris [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/work-with-kris] Enroll in the Midlife Fat Loss Formula (6-month coaching): 👉 https://bit.ly/joinfatlossformula [https://bit.ly/joinfatlossformula] CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ [https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn [https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn] Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/ [https://www.purple-planet.com/]

201 | Are You Stuck in Fight-or-Flight Fat Storage Mode?

If you feel like your body is holding on to belly fat no matter how "healthy" you eat… this episode may explain why. In this bonus teaching, I'm talking about something I never connected to fat loss until my own midlife hormone journey: the nervous system. Because after 40, many women are living in constant stress mode without even realizing it. Between hormone imbalance, inflammation, poor sleep, emotional overload, and nonstop responsibilities, your body can start operating like it's constantly under pressure. And when your body doesn't feel safe… it holds on. In this episode, we're unpacking how chronic stress impacts belly fat burning, blood sugar, cravings, inflammation, cortisol, and hormone balance — and why peace may be one of the most powerful things you can pursue in midlife. I'm also sharing simple, practical ways to support your nervous system naturally through breathing, slowing down, strategic exercise, rest, and reconnecting with God's peace in the middle of a busy season. If you're tired of pushing harder and still feeling stuck, this conversation is for you. Listen now and come connect with us inside the Menopause Makeover Facebook community. [https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn] FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/stress-and-belly-fat-after-40 [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/stress-and-belly-fat-after-40] 💌 BE AN INSIDER Stay in the know with my weekly newsletter: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter] 💪 WORK WITH ME Book a FREE discovery call: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/work-with-kris [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/work-with-kris] Enroll in the Midlife Fat Loss Formula (6-month coaching): 👉 https://bit.ly/joinfatlossformula [https://bit.ly/joinfatlossformula] CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ [https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn [https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn] Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/ [https://www.purple-planet.com/]