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

Ever feel like one "off" meal or stressful day completely derails your progress—and suddenly that stubborn belly fat feels even harder to lose? In this episode, I'm walking you through one of the most powerful mindset shifts you can make in midlife… learning how to reset instead of restart. Because here's the truth: the women who lose weight and see real change after 40 aren't the ones doing everything perfectly. They're the ones who know how to respond when life gets messy—and it will. We'll talk about why things feel harder in this season (hello hormones, stress, and nervous system overload), and I'll teach you my simple RESET model to help you get back on track without guilt, restriction, or giving up. This is about building consistency, calming your body, and creating patterns that actually support fat loss—especially when it comes to stubborn belly fat. You don't need a perfect day. You need your next wise choice. Listen in, and then come share your biggest takeaway with me inside my Facebook group. Join me this May for a FREE 3-Day Beat the Belly Fat Workshop! Save your Spot HERE https://www.getyourtrimon.com/workshop FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/reset-your-day-lose-weight-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/

Ever feel like you know what to eat… but when life gets busy, you still can't seem to stay consistent? In this episode, we're talking about one of the most overlooked pieces of midlife fat loss: simple, doable meal planning that actually fits your life. The truth is that even if you want to lose weight in this season, it's not the time to focus on perfection. Instead be all about getting prepared just enough to make better choices when it matters most. I'm sharing some out-of-the-box ways to prep without spending hours in the kitchen. Think 15-minute windows, dinner doubles, midweek resets, and simple strategies that help you stay consistent even when your schedule isn't. If you've ever felt the dread of "I should be meal prepping" or found yourself grabbing whatever's easy at the end of the day, this is going to feel like a breath of fresh air. This isn't about doing more—it's about doing what works in midlife so you can feel better, support your hormones, and finally build momentum. 🎧 Go listen to the episode and come tell me your favorite takeaway inside my Facebook group—I'd love to hear what you're trying this week. Check out Episode # for my 2-2-1 Meal Prep method: https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/meal-prep-for-fat-loss Recipe for Trim Healthy Yuck Yum: https://trimhealthymama.com/recipe/yuck-yum-rides-again/ FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/meal-planning-lose-weight-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/

Ever walked out of a workout feeling drained, shaky, or like you just don't have it in you anymore… even though you're trying to do all the right things? This is one of the biggest shifts I see with women over 40—and it has everything to do with how you fuel your body. In this episode, I'm breaking down why fasted workouts can actually work against you in midlife, especially when you're trying to lose weight and support your hormones. Your body isn't responding the same way it did in your 20s, and that's not a problem—it just means we need a smarter approach. We're talking simple, doable ways to fuel your workouts so you can strength train with energy, support recovery, and actually build muscle. I'll walk you through how much protein you need before a workout, when to eat, and what to keep it simple and effective. If you've been feeling stuck, exhausted, or like your workouts aren't paying off anymore—this one will give you clarity. Go listen in, and then come join me inside my Facebook community so we can keep this conversation going. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/strength-train-after-40-fueling-guide 💌 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/

Why does everything feel more intense after 40? Like your reactions are bigger, your stress lingers longer, and you just can't shake things off the way you used to? I'm sharing a real-life (and slightly hilarious) story from a parking lot moment that could have ruined my entire night—but didn't. And what it revealed about hormone imbalance, high cortisol, and mindset in midlife is something every woman needs to hear. It's not always just what you're eating or how you're exercising. The way you think, react, and process stress plays a huge role in hormones, causing symptoms that feel unbalanced—from mood swings to stubborn weight that won't budge. I'll walk you through how I shifted my response in the moment, what that did for my body, and how you can start doing the same. This is about learning to pause, pivot, and respond in a way that actually supports your hormones—not works against them. If you've been feeling more reactive, more stressed, or not like yourself… this one is for you. And sometimes, we all need just to give a little rant. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/why-does-everything-feel-more-intense-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/

You're doing the things. You're eating well, staying consistent, trying to lose weight… and yet the scale isn't moving. So what gives? If you've ever wondered if it's your mindset, a hormone imbalance, or if your body just stopped responding, this episode is for you. Today, I'm walking you through 6 real reasons you're not losing weight—even when you're consistent. And the truth is, it doesn't mean your plan isn't working. In midlife, your body is often doing important work behind the scenes—adjusting hormones, healing inflammation, building muscle, and recalibrating your metabolism. But the scale doesn't always reflect that right away. We're also talking about the role your mindset plays during a plateau—and how the thoughts you choose can either keep you stuck or help you stay the course. This episode will help you shift your perspective, trust the process, and keep showing up in a way that supports real, lasting fat loss. 🎧 Press play—and if this resonates, come join us inside my free Facebook community where we're walking this out together. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/midlife-weight-loss-plateau-hormone-imbalance 💌 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 been told your body can only use 30 grams of protein… and anything more is wasted? Friend, that might be one of the very things holding you back. In this episode, I'm breaking down what newer research actually says about how much protein your body can use, especially in midlife—and why this matters so much if you're trying to lose weight with a high protein approach, support your hormones, and see changes in your body. We're talking about the real reason protein needs go up after 40, how to build muscle, and why strength training plus protein is the key combo your metabolism has been waiting for. If you've been eating "pretty healthy" but still feel stuck… or you're unsure how much protein is actually enough… this is going to give you clarity and confidence. Your body isn't asking you to eat less—it's asking you to eat smarter. To learn more from Debra Atkinson, whom I reference in this episode, hit play on her podcast: https://www.flippingfifty.com/flipping-fifty-podcast 🎧 Tune in and let's simplify this together.And if you want support putting this into action, come join me inside my free Facebook group or connect with me after the episode—I'd love to walk this out with you. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/how-much-protein-midlife-weight-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/ I am not a medical professional. As a Trim Healthy Mama coach, I am not providing healthcare, medical, or nutritional therapy services or attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent, or cure any physical, mental, or emotional issue. The information provided on this website is for informational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment. Always seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare provider before undertaking a new health regimen. Do not disregard medical advice or delay seeking medical advice because of information you read on this website. Do not start or stop any medications without speaking to your medical or health provider.

Okay… let's talk about this for a second. Have you ever thought, I know I should be exercising… but I don't even know what to do or where to start? Because I hear this from women all the time. You're busy. You're tired. Your hormones are shifting. And then on top of everything else, you feel like you need this perfect workout plan just to make it "count." No wonder it feels overwhelming. In this episode, I'm breaking down the new exercise guidelines and what they actually look like for us in midlife. And here's the good news… it's simpler than you think. We're talking about how to strength train in a way that supports fat loss, metabolism, and your hormones—without spending hours in the gym or overcomplicating everything. This is about consistency, not perfection. This is about doing what works in your real life. If you've been stuck, overthinking, or waiting to get it just right… this is your permission to start simple. Hit play, and let's make this doable. And if you want more support, come join me inside my Menopause Makeover Facebook group. I'd love to help you get started. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/simple-exercise-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 energy is just… gone—and you can't figure out why you're struggling to stay consistent with your health? In this episode, we're stepping away from the "what to eat" and "what workout to do" conversation and going deeper into something that often gets overlooked: your mindset, your energy, and how hormone imbalance in midlife can quietly impact both. I'm sharing a personal story from this week—one of those moments where I realized I was giving my energy to something that wasn't serving me. And friend, it was stealing more than just my peace… it was affecting how I showed up in my body, my choices, and my day. If you've been feeling tired, frustrated, or stuck in mental loops that drain you, this is for you. We're talking about how to change your mindset, protect your energy, and stop giving power to the things that keep you from showing up the way you want to. Because in midlife, energy management matters more than ever. 👉 Listen in—and come connect with me inside my Facebook group where we're walking this out together. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/how-to-change-your-mindset-midlife-energy 💌 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've been putting in effort but your midlife body isn't responding the way you expected… and you're noticing more belly fat, you might be wondering if high cortisol is part of the picture. And you're not wrong—but it's also not the whole story. In this episode, I'm breaking down how high cortisol actually works in your body, why it can contribute to belly fat in midlife, and how it connects to blood sugar, insulin, and your metabolism. Because here's the truth: your body isn't working against you—it's responding to stress signals. We'll talk about: how cortisol affects blood sugar and fat storage why belly fat becomes more common after 40 how to lose weight with high protein, balanced meals, and strength training and simple ways to support your hormones without extremes This is about understanding your body, not fighting it. If you're ready to feel more confident in your approach and finally connect the dots on what's been happening, this episode will bring clarity. 👉 Listen now and come join me inside my free Facebook group for support and coaching. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/why-belly-fat-after-40-wont-budge Part 1 of High Cortisol series: https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/how-to-lower-cortisol-and-lose-weight-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/

If you've ever wondered, "Is high cortisol the reason I can't lose weight right now?"… you're not alone. Cortisol has become one of the loudest buzzwords in midlife health—and honestly, it's getting a little confusing. You're hearing that high cortisol is the reason for belly fat, stubborn weight gain, and low energy… but no one is really explaining cortisol—what does it do or how to actually work with your body. In this episode, I'm breaking it down so you can stop feeling overwhelmed and start feeling confident again. We'll talk about: What cortisol really does in your body (and why it's not the enemy) Why chronic stress—not just "high cortisol"—is the real issue How to support your hormones so you can lose weight with high protein, balanced meals, and simple rhythms Practical ways to lower stress signals without extremes or restriction You don't need more pressure; your body is asking for support and kindness now. If you're ready to feel more in control of your metabolism and hormones, this episode will meet you right where you are. 👉 Listen now and come join me inside my free Facebook group for extra support and coaching. FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post: 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/blog/how-to-lower-cortisol-and-lose-weight-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 Join Midlife Thrive Tribe (monthly membership): 👉 https://www.getyourtrimon.com/group-coaching-open 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/