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

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/

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 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 💌 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/

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. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 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 💪 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/

What if the real reason you feel stuck isn't your food… but the way you're thinking about yourself in this season? In this episode, we're talking about how to change your mindset around midlife weight loss, inconsistency, and the pressure so many women over 40 put on themselves. Because if your journey constantly feels exhausting, frustrating, or like you're always "starting over," your mindset may be keeping you trapped in an all-or-nothing cycle. I'm sharing why partnership with your body matters more than punishment, how consistency is built through rhythm instead of perfection, and why patience becomes one of the most important tools for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. We'll also talk about learning to listen to your body, building simple repeatable habits, and becoming the woman who supports herself instead of constantly criticizing herself. If you've been struggling with inconsistency, burnout, or feeling discouraged because your old methods no longer work, this conversation will encourage you deeply. And if you're ready for support, structure, and a simple step-by-step system to help you lose belly fat, build consistency, and finally stop starting over, come join me inside the Ultimate Belly Fat Reset. This program was created specifically for midlife women who want to work with their changing bodies instead of constantly fighting them. Ready for real change? Join me inside the 8-week Ulimate Belly Fat Reset: https://bit.ly/ultimatebellyfatreset FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/midlife-mindset-and-inconsistency-after-40 💌 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/

I'm breaking down the difference between visceral fat and subcutaneous fat so you can better understand what's happening inside your body during perimenopause and menopause. We'll also talk about what actually supports belly fat burning in this season of life without extreme dieting or punishing workouts. I'm sharing practical strategies that help support metabolism and hormone health, including strength training, walking after meals, blood sugar balance, and why protein for weight loss becomes so important after 40. If you've been frustrated trying to lose weight while your body seems to be changing overnight, this conversation will help you stop blaming yourself and start approaching midlife fat loss with more clarity and strategy. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/visceral-belly-fat-after-40 💌 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/

Have you ever felt like your body changed overnight… and suddenly the things that used to work to lose weight just don't anymore? In this episode, I'm sharing a personal story that became such a powerful reminder that midlife weight loss is not a straight line — and honestly, neither is life. Sometimes the unexpected interruptions, frustrating detours, and emotional seasons actually teach us the very lessons we need most. We're talking about what hormone imbalance can look like in midlife and some of the common unbalanced hormonal symptoms women experience after 40 — things like stubborn belly fat, discouragement, exhaustion, mood shifts, and feeling like your body is no longer responding the same way. I'm also sharing how to change your mindset when progress feels slow and why learning to care for yourself well in this season matters so much more than chasing perfection. Friend, this episode is here to encourage you that your journey is not ruined because it feels messy sometimes. There is purpose in the process, and there is still hope for your health journey. Join my FREE 3-Day Beat the Belly Fat Workshop for Christian women over 40 and learn how to support hormones, boost metabolism, and lose stubborn belly fat in midlife — without extreme dieting or obsession. Grab your free spot HERE www.getyourtrimon.com/workshop FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/change-your-mindset-about-weight-loss-after-40 💌 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/

Walking is wonderful… but is it enough to lose weight and change belly fat after 40? In this episode, we're having a real midlife conversation about movement, metabolism, and why your body may not be changing even though you're faithfully walking, doing yoga, rebounding, or getting your steps in. Those things matter, but they cannot do what strength training does for your midlife body. I'm breaking down why muscle is your metabolic engine, how strength training helps support belly fat loss exercise, blood sugar balance, insulin sensitivity, and long-term strength, and why women over 40 need to stop fearing weights. We'll also talk about the mistake of doing too much cardio, under-fueling, and not allowing enough recovery. This isn't about punishing workouts. It's about learning how to train smarter so you can feel strong, capable, and confident in this season. Join my FREE 3-Day Beat the Belly Fat Workshop for Christian women over 40 and learn how to support hormones, boost metabolism, and lose stubborn belly fat in midlife — without extreme dieting or obsession. Grab your free spot HERE www.getyourtrimon.com/workshop FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/why-walking-isnt-enough-after-40 💌 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/