
Hosted by Kris Honeycutt | Trim Healthy Executive Coach, Menopause Fitness Specialist · EN

If you've ever thought, "I know what to do... I just can't seem to stay consistent," this episode is for you. So many women believe their struggle to lose weight is about finding the perfect meal plan. But what if the real battle isn't in the kitchen—it's in your mind? In this episode, I'm sharing one of the most powerful mindset tools I've used for years, both personally and with my coaching clients, to break the cycle of starting over. We'll talk about how your thoughts shape your feelings, your feelings drive your actions, and your actions determine your results. If you've been searching for more weight loss motivation, you'll discover why motivation comes and goes, but identity and consistency are what create lasting transformation. I'll also share practical ways to replace discouraging beliefs with life-giving truths rooted in God's Word so you can keep moving forward with hope. Friend, you don't have to strive harder—you can renew your mind and become the woman who stays consistent. Ready for step-by-step coaching, encouragement, and a proven roadmap? Join my Belly Fat Breakthrough Tribe, where we'll help you build consistency, strengthen your body, and finally stop starting over. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full article and grab the resources mentioned in today's episode: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/consistency-not-willpower-weight-loss 💜 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 Belly Fat Breakthrough 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 💌 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 💪 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 CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/

Can you really lose weight walking after 40... or is there more to the story? If you've been wondering whether walking is enough to help you lose stubborn belly fat during perimenopause or menopause, this episode is for you. For years, many of us believed we had to exercise harder, sweat more, and burn more calories to see results. But after 40, our bodies often need a different strategy. In this episode, I'm sharing why walking is one of the most overlooked tools for women in midlife—and how it supports hormone health, lowers stress, improves blood sugar, and complements your body's natural fat-burning processes. You'll also discover why walking alone isn't the complete answer if your goal is lasting fat loss. I'll explain how combining walking with strength training, protein, and simple nutrition principles creates a powerful plan to lose weight walking while building the muscle your metabolism depends on. If you're looking for a sustainable fat-burning exercise for the belly that actually works with your body instead of against it, this conversation will encourage you to think differently about movement. If you're ready for simple weekly coaching, meal guidance, workouts, and support from women on the same journey, come join us inside the Belly Fat Breakthrough Membership. We'd love to walk alongside you. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full blog and grab the resources mentioned in today's episode: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/lose-weight-walking-after-40 💜 READY TO FINALLY LOSE STUBBORN BELLY FAT AFTER 40? If you're tired of doing "all the right things" but still watching your belly grow... if you're exhausted from starting over every Monday... or you're wondering why the strategies that used to work don't anymore... Come join the Belly Fat Breakthrough Membership. Inside, you'll receive a simple monthly roadmap that shows you exactly what to eat, how to build strength, and what to focus on next. Plus, you'll get weekly live coaching, meal guides, follow-along workouts, accountability, and a community of women who truly understand what you're going through. ✨ Stop guessing. Stop starting over. Start making progress. 👉 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 💪 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 CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/

Are you eating healthy but still struggling to lose weight after 40? The missing piece might not be another workout or cutting more carbs—it could be protein. If you've been frustrated by stubborn belly fat, low energy, cravings, or watching muscle disappear despite your best efforts, this episode is for you. Today we're talking about one of the biggest game changers for women in perimenopause and menopause: protein. I'll explain why your body needs more protein than it did in your younger years, what anabolic resistance means, and the three protein mistakes I see women making every day that can quietly stall fat loss and muscle building. We'll also talk about how protein supports blood sugar, helps reduce cravings, preserves lean muscle, and why nourishing your body is far more powerful than trying to eat less. My prayer is that by the end of this episode you'll stop asking, "How little can I eat?" and begin asking, "How can I best support my body today?" If you're ready for simple, step-by-step coaching that helps you lose belly fat, build muscle, and feel strong again after 40, come join us inside the Belly Fat Breakthrough Membership. I'd love to coach you there! FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full article and grab the resources mentioned in today's episode: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/build-muscle-how-much-protein-women-over-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 The Belly Fat Breakthrough Membership. 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 💌 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 💪 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 CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/

Have you ever wondered why your old weight-loss strategies suddenly stopped working after 40? If you're eating healthy, exercising, and trying harder than ever, yet the belly fat keeps showing up, this episode is for you. Today we're talking about one of the biggest frustrations women face during perimenopause and menopause: doing all the things that used to work and seeing little to no results. The truth is, your body isn't broken, and your struggle isn't a lack of willpower. As estrogen declines, muscle mass decreases, stress impacts your body differently, and traditional weight-loss advice often backfires. That's why so many women experience stubborn belly fat, hormone imbalance symptoms, low energy, and increasing frustration. In this episode, I'll explain what's really happening inside your body and share a simpler, more effective approach built around Protein, Plants, and Power. You'll learn why nourishing your body works better than punishing it and how small, strategic changes can help you lose weight, support your hormones, and feel strong again. Friend, this season requires a new strategy—not more struggle. Ready for support and coaching as you implement it? Join us inside the Belly Fat Breakthrough Membership, where I'll help you create sustainable habits that work with your body, not against it. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full article and grab the resources mentioned in today's episode: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/why-eating-less-may-be-causing-more-belly-fat 💜 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 the Belly Fat Breakthrough Membership. 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 💌 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 💪 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 CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/

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, 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 • You Are A Miracle Instagram: @coachlizzie.merritt Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachlizzie.merritt Podcast: The Confident Body Podcast FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full blog and grab the resources mentioned in today's episode: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/why-you-cant-lose-weight-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/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 💪 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 CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/

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, 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 💜 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 💌 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 💪 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 CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/

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 💜 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/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 💪 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 CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/

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 who want to make the Trim Healthy lifestyle work in real life. JOIN TODAY! 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 💪 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 Book a FREE discovery call: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/work-with-kris CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/

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 💌 BE AN INSIDER Stay in the know with my weekly newsletter: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter 💪 WORK WITH ME Book a FREE discovery call: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/work-with-kris Enroll in the Midlife Fat Loss Formula (6-month coaching): 👉 https://bit.ly/joinfatlossformula CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/

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 💌 BE AN INSIDER Stay in the know with my weekly newsletter: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/newsletter 💪 WORK WITH ME Book a FREE discovery call: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/work-with-kris Enroll in the Midlife Fat Loss Formula (6-month coaching): 👉 https://bit.ly/joinfatlossformula CONNECT WITH ME Website: https://www.getyourtrimon.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krishoneycuttcoaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetYourTrimOn Music by: https://www.purple-planet.com/