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In 10 weeks, Danette lost 17 pounds and dropped over 3.5% body fat, but more importantly, she completely changed how her body looks and feels. “I had amazing results… I lost seven pounds during the first two weeks… and I was totally astonished.” And that was just the start. “I just feel amazing… my clothes fit so much better… my jeans are loose… it’s such a confidence booster.” In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how Danette did it with Coach Megan's guidance and why this works so well for women in menopause. No more guessing No more eating less and hoping No more spinning your wheels with cardio You’ll learn:  how we used a rapid fat loss phase to kickstart results  why protein and strength training made the biggest difference  what most women get wrong when trying to lose weight in menopause  and how to actually create visible body composition change And we also talk about the part most women NEVER consider… What happens after the weight loss. Because this is exactly where most women lose their results. We’re bringing her calories up, pulling back on tracking, and teaching her how to maintain this body without starting over again. This is the difference between losing weight… and actually keeping it off. If you’ve been doing everything right and still not seeing changes, this episode will show you exactly what’s missing. Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

In day two of my training workshop, I’m joined by Coach Megan Hart to break down how to strength train for fat loss and body recomposition in menopause.  We cover why body composition matters more than BMI, the difference between weight loss and fat loss, and how losing weight without lifting can lead to a “skinny fat” look, especially if you’re undereating or using GLP-1s without enough protein.  Megan explains why strength training 3–4 days per week, adequate calories, and at least 100g+ protein help preserve muscle, support metabolism, improve insulin sensitivity, and protect bones.  We talk about avoiding excessive cardio and overly intense workouts that can spike cortisol, using progress photos and measurements, and building a simple, structured plan (3-day full body or 4-day upper/lower) with recovery, sleep hygiene, and supplements like fish oil and creatine. If you wan the full workshop, you can get it here: Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

If you’re tracking your food but unsure whether to log your protein cooked or raw, this episode is for you. This is a quick, practical breakdown of how I log protein and why it matters, especially if you’re working toward fat loss in menopause. When protein cooks, it loses water and typically shrinks by about 25%. That means if you’re not accounting for that, you could be underestimating your protein and calories. In this episode, I walk you through exactly how to calculate it easily plus a little tracking hack that I use as well. If you're already logging it a certain way, then by all means, please keep doing it your way! • Protein shrinks when it’s cooked • The 25% rule and how to use it • How to convert cooked weight back to raw • Why I prefer logging protein as raw in MyFitnessPal • A simple math hack to make this easy (no overthinking required) This is one of those small details that can make a big difference in your results. If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right but not seeing progress, tightening up your tracking could be the missing piece. And if you need help dialing this in, feel free to reach out to me directly. Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

Peptides are everywhere right now. Over the past week I attended a three day seminar teaching coaches how to add peptides to their business. The results being presented were impressive and the money being made in this space is even more impressive. So I had to ask myself the question, should I be offering peptides to my clients? In this episode I take you behind the scenes of what I learned and why I ultimately decided not to jump into the peptide gold rush. This isn’t about saying peptides don’t work. They absolutely have their place. But the truth is my clients are already getting incredible results without injections, GLP-1 medications, or expensive peptide stacks. Inside this episode I share why I’m sticking with the methods that already work for women in menopause, nutrition, strength training, lifestyle, and mindset. One of my clients recently lost 15 pounds in nine weeks, and many women in my program lose 5 to 9 pounds in just two weeks using our rapid fat loss protocol once their metabolism is primed. And that’s exactly what we focus on. If you’ve been struggling with stubborn weight gain in menopause and feel like the rules have completely changed, you’re not crazy. They have. I’m inviting you to my free 3-day workshop where I’ll show you exactly how we approach nutrition, training, and mindset for women in menopause. You’ll walk away with your own macro targets, a 3-day strength training plan, and the mindset tools to finally stop the cycle of dieting and self sabotage. 3/23-3/25 7:30 pm EDT Join the workshop here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/fitaf-menopause-workshop Because yes, losing 10–15 pounds by summer is absolutely possible. You just need the right approach. Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I’m sharing a huge takeaway from a last minute health and mindset conference I attended in St. George, Utah, hosted by Jimmy Rex. We get into what surprised me most, the speakers who completely blew me away, and why the real theme of the weekend wasn’t just “health hacks,” it was mindset, neuroplasticity, and the power of the story you tell yourself. I also talk candidly about peptides, GLP 1s, and why I’m cautious about how they’re being marketed online. This is not something you dabble in for 30 days and suddenly become an expert. If you’re considering peptides, this episode will help you think smarter about safety, sourcing, blood work, and why foundational habits still matter most. Highlights include:  • How building muscle and longevity should be the real goal in midlife  • A powerful neuroplasticity story from Dancing with the Stars alum Ashley Diallo  • Gut health insights that go beyond symptom chasing and get to root cause  • Why labs and individualized protocols matter before trying any intervention  • A jaw dropping story from Nick Yarris about survival, resilience, and mental strength  • How the weekend reignited my motivation to finish my book  https://www.instagram.com/mrjimmyrex/ https://www.instagram.com/dp_fit/ https://www.instagram.com/mobrossette/ https://www.instagram.com/itsashleynovak/ https://www.instagram.com/kirsten.asher.brossette/ https://www.instagram.com/nickyarris/ https://www.instagram.com/drnicholashowland Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

I’m making a strong case for tracking macros, especially for women in their 50s who feel stuck, frustrated, and tired of dieting. If you’re still counting calories, guessing your protein, or saying “I eat pretty healthy” but not seeing results, this episode will open your eyes. I break down why tracking macros gives you real data instead of assumptions, how it helps you increase your metabolism safely, and why it’s actually the fastest and most enjoyable way to lose fat. I talk about: • The difference between counting calories and tracking macros • Why most women dramatically underestimate protein • Why I start clients in a maintenance phase before fat loss • How tracking leads to true food freedom • How our clients lose weight and maintain it without tracking Tracking isn’t about obsession. It’s about information. And information gives you power. If you’re ready to stop guessing, stop chronically dieting, and finally learn how to lose weight in a way you can maintain, this episode is for you. Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mastering-menopause-macros Simplifying Macros Masterclass Learn how to calculate your macros, hit your protein goals, and lose weight in menopause without stress or restriction. In this class, I’ll show you why MyFitnessPal gets it wrong and how to set up a simple, flexible plan that actually works. https://go.katalystfitness.net/simplifyingmacros Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

Twenty years ago, I dug Valentine’s Day chocolates out of the trash. And that moment kicked off 15 years of restriction, rules, all-or-nothing dieting, and solid disordered eating patterns that I didn’t even recognize at the time. In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I’m sharing the story of the Valentine’s Day that changed everything — the 1,200 calorie era, the keto obsession, intermittent fasting, marathon training, and the years of believing I just “couldn’t be trusted” around food. I was really good at losing weight. I just sucked at maintaining it. I lived in the constant cycle of: • Restrict Monday through Thursday • Blow it on the weekend • Start over on Monday • Create new rules • Break them • Beat myself up I stopped baking cookies for my kids. I wouldn’t keep “trigger foods” in the house. I truly believed I had no control. Until I learned how to eat in a way that actually supported my metabolism instead of fighting it. In this episode, I talk about: • How restriction creates obsession • Why 1,200 calories isn’t the solution • The mental freedom that comes from tracking macros properly • Why protein is the secret sauce • The difference between control and food freedom • And how I can now have two chocolates and move on with my life This is especially for the woman in her 40s or 50s who feels stuck in the restrict–binge–restart cycle and thinks menopause is the reason she can’t maintain weight loss. It’s not. Your metabolism just needs a different approach. If you’re ready to break the cycle, I’m currently enrolling for the FIT AF Metabolic Fat Loss Accelerator — a 4-week program where we spend: • 2 weeks at true maintenance • 2 weeks in a precision fat loss phase • With macro guidance, workouts, and real food freedom https://go.katalystfitness.net/fatloss-accelerator If this episode resonated, share it with a friend who needs to hear it. You don’t have to live at war with your body or food anymore. Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

I don't think most women understand the concept of eating at maintenance calories vs maintaining their weight on deficit calories. If you’re eating 1,400 to 1,600 calories and not losing weight, this episode is for you. One of the biggest misconceptions I hear from women in menopause is this: “I must be eating at maintenance because my weight isn’t changing.” But maintaining your weight and eating at your true maintenance calories are two very different things. After years of chronic dieting, your metabolism adapts. Your body learns how to survive on fewer calories, fat loss stalls, energy drops, digestion slows, sleep suffers, and belly fat becomes harder to lose. Most women blame menopause, but what’s really happening is an underfed metabolism. In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I break down: • The difference between maintenance calories and metabolic adaptation • Why eating more is often the first step to fat loss after 50 • How chronic dieting downregulates your metabolism • Why the scale jumps when you increase calories (and why it’s not fat gain) • How restoring calories helps reduce belly fat and improve energy • Why maintenance calories are the foundation for sustainable fat loss I also explain how I calculate true maintenance calories for my clients, why most women are not actually at maintenance, and why trying to diet harder on already low calories is exactly why fat loss has stopped working. This episode is especially for women who feel stuck, tired, frustrated, and afraid to eat more, even though what they’re doing clearly isn’t working. Your metabolism isn't broken, it's underfed. I also share details about my new 4-week Metabolic Fat Loss Accelerator, where we spend two weeks restoring metabolism at maintenance calories before moving into a strategic fat loss phase. This is the same process I use with my one-on-one clients, just in a faster, structured format. If you’re ready to stop chronic dieting and start working with your metabolism instead of against it, this episode will give you clarity and direction. https://go.katalystfitness.net/fatloss-accelerator Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

In this guest episode of Mastering Menopause, I sit down with Alicia, better known as AliciaXL on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. I found her through a clip shared by Brad Jensen, and I have been binging her content ever since. She is hilarious, brutally honest, and documenting her weight loss journey in a way that is refreshingly real. We talk about why she chose full transparency, how accountability keeps her on track.  Alicia shares what it’s really like to lose weight when it isn’t pretty or perfect, how she handles low days, how she stays consistent when motivation is gone, and why tiny wins matter more than big, unsustainable overhauls. We also get into practical nutrition and tracking. Alicia explains why tracking isn’t obsessive, it’s awareness, and why most people wildly underestimate portions and calories.  We talk protein goals, simple meal building, and how she makes “real life” cooking work without overcomplicating it. Plus, she shares her favorite tips, her most unhinged food combos, and the mindset shift she’s most proud of, learning how to stop hating herself and start talking to herself like someone worth fighting for. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or tired of trying to do this perfectly, you’re going to love this conversation. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliciaaxl/ Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

In today’s episode of Mastering Menopause, I’m breaking down the real results from the 14-day Rapid Fat Loss phase my clients and I just completed — and why this approach works so well for women in menopause when it’s done correctly. We kicked this round off on January 5, right after the holidays. With inflammation high, stress elevated, and diet breaks already built in, I knew the timing was perfect for a strong fat loss response. And the results did not disappoint. Across this group, women lost anywhere from 4 to 9.4 pounds in just 14 days, dropped up to 4.2 percent body fat, and lost 5 to 8 inches, primarily from the waist. Even my leaner clients saw meaningful changes — and I personally dropped 6.2 pounds myself. In this episode, I explain why rapid fat loss is not something my clients do all the time, how it fits into my 90-day FIT AF framework, and why building metabolism first is non-negotiable if you want fast fat loss without rebound. I also walk you through: Why the first week always shows the biggest dropWhat’s really happening when the scale stalls in week twoHow strategic calorie increases can restart fat lossWhy hunger stays low after the initial transitionHow sleep, energy, and workouts often improve during this phaseExactly how we reintroduce calories without regaining the weightThis episode is for women in menopause who feel stuck, frustrated by slow progress, or scared that faster weight loss will “just come back.” When rapid fat loss is structured, protein-forward, and time-bound, it can be one of the most effective tools for creating momentum and long-term success. I also share details about my upcoming free 5-day Menopot Meltdown challenge starting January 26, designed to help you build the foundation you need before attempting any fat loss phase. Lose 3-5 lbs in 5 days, kick those cravings, increase your energy, and shrink that belly!  We start Monday 1/26. Registration ends Saturday at 6pm ET. Live kick off call with a shopping list, recipes and all the details Sunday 11 am EST.  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start seeing real results, this episode will show you what’s possible. Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

Things are never going to calm down, and if you're waiting for the perfect moment to prioritize yourself, you're going to be waiting forever. In this episode, I'm tackling the #1 pattern I see keeping women over 50 stuck: putting everyone else's needs ahead of their own. If you've ever told yourself "I'll start once things settle down" or "I just don't have time right now," this episode is your wake-up call. You'll learn: Why the "I don't have time" excuse is keeping you burnt out, inflamed, and exhaustedThe real reason you struggle to make yourself a priority (hint: it's not about time)The airplane oxygen mask principle—and why your family needs you to put yourself firstSimple, practical strategies to create non-negotiable self-care habits without overhauling your entire lifeHow to set boundaries and delegate tasks (even when things won't be "perfect")Why your future self—three months, six months, or next summer—is counting on you to start NOWThis isn't about being selfish. It's about being sustainable. Your hormones demand it. Your metabolism demands it. Your future health demands it. Bottom line: Midlife doesn't slow down, but you can choose to show up for yourself anyway. I'm sharing my word for 2026 (discernment) and challenging you to stop treating your needs as optional. Ready to make 2026 the year you finally put yourself first? Listen now. Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I follow through on a promise from my last episode and dive into the research comparing GLP-1 medications with aggressive dieting and the results surprised a lot of people. This is not a GLP-1 bash. These medications absolutely have their place, especially in diabetes management. But when it comes to fat loss, inches lost, and momentum, the data tells a different story. I reference and credit Not Another Nutrition Podcast, where Martin MacDonald breaks down this study in detail. Please give it a listen, it's way more in depth as Martin tackles common misconceptions like “GLP1s are the easy way out,” “Aggressive Diets require extreme willpower,” & “Pills do not change habits!” and explains why both GLP1s and Aggressive Diets remove food noise in different ways. A 12-week study conducted at the University of Nottingham that directly compared: A GLP-1 group using semaglutideAn aggressive diet groupA combination of bothThe results were clear. The aggressive diet group lost more than double the weight, 29 pounds vs 13 pounds, with significantly greater fat loss, despite the appetite suppression effects of GLP-1s. Even more surprising, combining GLP-1s with aggressive dieting did not improve results at all. No extra fat loss. No better adherence. No added benefit. I also talk about: Why aggressive dieting does not require more willpower when done correctlyWhy there were zero dropouts in the aggressive diet groupHow GLP-1 users often struggle to eat enough protein due to nauseaWhy muscle loss is a real concern for midlife women using GLP-1sWhy aggressive dieting removes food noise, decision fatigue, and burnoutIf you’re a woman in your  50s who’s been stuck eating 1,200 calories, frustrated by slow progress, or wondering whether GLP-1s are your only option, this episode will challenge what you’ve been told. This conversation isn’t about extremes.  It’s about choosing the right strategy, at the right time, for the right goal. Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

For years, women in their 50s have been told that losing one pound a week is the “smart” and “sustainable” way to lose weight. I believed that too until I started seeing what actually happens in real life. I explain why slow fat loss often kills momentum, how easy it is to unintentionally erase a 500 calorie deficit, and why a properly timed aggressive approach can actually be more sustainable for the right woman. In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I break down why the slow 1 lb a week approach often fails women in midlife, not because they’re doing anything wrong, but because the strategy doesn’t match real life, real stress, or real hormones. I share the story of a recent client who followed a structured rapid fat loss phase and experienced results most women are told aren’t possible anymore: 11 pounds lost in 21 days20.5 inches lost Significant reduction in belly measurementsNo  sugar cravings after 3 daysMore energy, confidence, and motivationThis wasn’t starvation and it definitely wasn’t luck. You’ll also learn: How metabolic adaptation shows up in women over 50Why mindset and momentum matter just as much as caloriesHow faster results can actually improve long term adherenceIf you’ve been stuck at low calories, frustrated by slow progress, or wondering why you’re doing everything right with nothing to show for it, this episode will give you a completely different lens on fat loss in menopause. And if you want to explore what this approach could look like for you, book a call with me in January. Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

When Sherrie joined the program, she was stuck. Her weight hadn’t changed, but her belly, thighs, and butt were growing — and nothing made sense. She was eating less, working out more, and feeling more defeated by the day. Fast forward 8 weeks and everything has changed. ✅ 10 inches down ✅ 5% body fat lost ✅ Fitting into jeans from 4 years ago ✅ Enjoying holiday foods without gaining weight ✅ Eating 2,000+ calories a day and seeing visible muscle definition In this episode, I’m sharing Sherrie’s journey, her mindset shifts, how she broke free from food rules, and what it really looks like to reclaim your body without starving, suffering, or giving up carbs. Listen to hear: How Sherrie finally let go of “carbs are the enemy”What it’s like to eat cereal, waffles, and still lose fatThe moment she realized she was no longer “fighting every pound”How she feels confident, sexy, and energized in her body againReady to experience your own Fit AF after 50 transformation? Send me a message or fill out the coaching application to talk about what Katalyst can do for you! Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

In this episode, I walk you through the exact ChatGPT pre-logging hack I’m guiding my clients on for Thanksgiving, and I show you my actual holiday plate.  You’ll be shocked when you hear the calorie total I came up with, and even more surprised by the simple adjustments I make to stay on track while still enjoying the day. This is the strategy I recommend for my clients and one that I love! Thank you, Gigi, (my ChatGPT.) Send us Fan Mail Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program  https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here: https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected] Check out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used!  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...