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

208 | The Secret to Weight Loss Has Nothing to Do With Willpower with Lizzie Merritt

Have you ever wondered why you know exactly what to do to lose weight… but still struggle to follow through? If you're a woman over 40 trying to lose weight while navigating stress, hormone changes, and the challenges of midlife, this conversation may be exactly what you need to hear. In this episode of The Menopause Makeover Podcast, I sit down with certified life coach, bestselling author, and weight loss expert Lizzie Merritt to talk about the missing piece many women overlook: the connection between mindset, high cortisol, nervous system regulation, and sustainable weight loss. We dive into why willpower isn't the problem, how chronic stress can keep you stuck in old patterns, and what happens when you stop approaching weight loss through shame, restriction, and self-criticism. Lizzie shares practical tools to help you work with your brain instead of constantly fighting against it. If you've ever thought, "I know what to do, so why can't I just do it?" this episode will help you understand what's really happening beneath the surface—and why lasting change begins with curiosity, not punishment. Ready to stop starting over and finally create consistency in midlife? Join us inside the Midlife Thrive Tribe [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/membership], where we combine simple nutrition, strength training, mindset coaching, and community support to help women lose weight, reduce belly fat, and feel strong again. CONNECT WITH LIZZIE MERRITT Lizzie Merritt is a certified life coach and bestselling author who helps women over 40 lose weight for good without relying on willpower, restriction, or endless dieting. As a former middle school science teacher, she combines brain science, practical tools, and a refreshing dose of honesty to help women understand why lasting change feels so difficult—and how to finally make it easier. Website: http://www.confidentbody.coach/ Books: • LIGHT: The New Psychology of Weight Loss [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G94BRJQ4] • You Are A Miracle [https://0176ede8.streak-link.com/C6jpgIUoqKp5aOOd-w1aSBlS/https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fdp%2FB0BHF5S89B] Instagram: @coachlizzie.merritt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachlizzie.merritt Podcast: The Confident Body Podcast [https://0176ede8.streak-link.com/C6jpgIIAANnhZ5X0sgKrWqgj/https%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fus%2Fpodcast%2Fthe-confident-body-podcast-weight-loss-coaching-for-moms-psychology-brain-hacking%2Fid1660747704] FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full blog and grab the resources mentioned in today's episode: 👉 💜 READY FOR MORE SUPPORT? If you're tired of starting over every Monday, wondering why your body isn't responding the way it used to, or trying to figure out midlife weight loss on your own... Join Midlife Thrive Tribe. Inside you'll get weekly coaching, done-for-you menus, exercise plans, accountability, and the support you need to stay consistent long enough to see real results. 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/membership [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/membership] 💌 GET WEEKLY FAT LOSS TIPS FOR WOMEN OVER 40 Want practical, hormone-friendly fat loss tips delivered straight to your inbox each week? Join my newsletter and get encouragement, coaching insights, simple strategies, and podcast updates designed specifically for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter] 💪 WANT A PERSONALIZED PLAN? If you've been trying to lose weight, balance hormones, or get your health back on track but aren't sure what's missing, let's talk. Book a free Discovery Call and we'll discuss where you are, what's keeping you stuck, and the fastest path toward your goals. Sometimes one personalized conversation can save months—or years—of frustration. 👉 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/]

207 | How To Reclaim Your Mindset In Midlife And Trust God For The Results

What if the reason you're stuck isn't your food plan... but the direction you're following? In today's episode, I'm sharing a powerful lesson that came to me while watching my son play baseball—one that has everything to do with your mindset, your faith, and the way you navigate challenges in midlife. So many women are trying to lose weight, improve their health, balance their hormones, and create lasting change, yet they feel exhausted from trying to figure everything out on their own. We want the entire roadmap before we take the next step. But what if God never intended us to carry that burden? In this encouraging conversation, I explore a simple but profound picture of what it means to live with daily dependence on Christ instead of relying on self-protection, self-direction, and striving. If you've been wondering how to change your mindset, quiet the pressure, and move forward with more peace and confidence, this episode is for you. You'll walk away encouraged to trust God with the next play instead of trying to control the entire game. Ready for support from women walking a similar journey? Join us inside the Midlife Thrive Tribe [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/group-coaching-open], where faith, health, community, and sustainable transformation come together. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full article and grab the resources mentioned in today's episode: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/how-to-change-your-mindset-after-40 [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/how-to-change-your-mindset-after-40] 💜 READY FOR MORE SUPPORT? If you're tired of starting over every Monday, wondering why your body isn't responding the way it used to, or trying to figure out midlife weight loss on your own... Join Midlife Thrive Tribe. Inside you'll get weekly coaching, done-for-you menus, exercise plans, accountability, and the support you need to stay consistent long enough to see real results. 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/midlifethrivetribe [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/group-coaching-open] 💌 GET WEEKLY FAT LOSS TIPS FOR WOMEN OVER 40 Want practical, hormone-friendly fat loss tips delivered straight to your inbox each week? Join my newsletter and get encouragement, coaching insights, simple strategies, and podcast updates designed specifically for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter] 💪 WANT A PERSONALIZED PLAN? If you've been trying to lose weight, balance hormones, or get your health back on track but aren't sure what's missing, let's talk. Book a free Discovery Call and we'll discuss where you are, what's keeping you stuck, and the fastest path toward your goals. Sometimes one personalized conversation can save months—or years—of frustration. 👉 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/]

206 | 5 Strength Training Myths Keeping Women Over 40 Stuck

Have you been overcomplicating strength training after 40? If you've ever wondered whether you're doing the "right" workout, lifting heavy enough, following the perfect program, or spending enough time in the gym, this episode may be exactly what you need to hear. A major new research review from the American College of Sports Medicine looked at 137 studies involving more than 30,000 people and came to a surprisingly simple conclusion: the biggest difference isn't between workout program A and workout program B. The biggest difference is between doing nothing and doing something. In this episode, I'm breaking down what the latest science says about strength training, why consistency matters more than perfection, and how strength training to lose weight can be much simpler than you've been led to believe. We'll talk about the best approach to building muscle, supporting hormones, improving metabolism, and using strength training as one of the most effective belly fat loss exercises available to women in perimenopause and menopause. Friend, your body doesn't need perfection. It needs participation. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full article and grab the resources mentioned in today's episode: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/best-belly-fat-loss-exercise-after-40 [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/best-belly-fat-loss-exercise-after-40] 💜 READY FOR MORE SUPPORT? If you're tired of starting over every Monday, wondering why your body isn't responding the way it used to, or trying to figure out midlife weight loss on your own... Join Midlife Thrive Tribe. [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/group-coaching-open] Inside, you'll get weekly coaching, done-for-you menus, exercise plans, accountability, and the support you need to stay consistent long enough to see real results. 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/group-coaching-open [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/group-coaching-open] 💌 GET WEEKLY FAT LOSS TIPS FOR WOMEN OVER 40 Want practical, hormone-friendly fat loss tips delivered straight to your inbox each week? Join my newsletter and get encouragement, coaching insights, simple strategies, and podcast updates designed specifically for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter [https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter] 💪 WANT A PERSONALIZED PLAN? If you've been trying to lose weight, balance hormones, or get your health back on track but aren't sure what's missing, let's talk. Book a free Discovery Call and we'll discuss where you are, what's keeping you stuck, and the fastest path toward your goals. Sometimes one personalized conversation can save months—or years—of frustration. 👉 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/]

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/]