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The Missing Piece of Your Fat Loss After 40 Success Is this why your hormones are out of whack...? Macros. Strength training. These are undoubtedly crucial components of a successful fitness journey. But there's one more piece to the puzzle that often gets overlooked: sleep. Without sufficient sleep, even the most dedicated workout routines and carefully planned diets can fall short. When you're sleep-deprived, your body's hormones, which regulate metabolism and appetite, can become imbalanced. This can lead to increased cravings, reduced energy levels, and slower weight loss. So, how much sleep do you need? Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night. Create a relaxing bedtime routine, ensure your sleep environment is dark and quiet, and limit screen time before bed. By prioritizing sleep, you'll support your body's ability to recover from workouts, burn fat, and build muscle. So, next time you're feeling frustrated with your fitness progress, consider whethe...

Why Fad Diets Fail: The Hidden Truth Behind Weight Loss Plateaus Why fads = plateaus Drop lbs. Plateau. Gain them back (or more). Keep 'em. This is such a common refrain with restrictive diets that it's impossible to keep track. It's almost expected that you'll be disappointed! But still, women continue to try them... Because they don't see a different way. And they don't realize the secret that restrictive diets use to keep them trapped! So the cycle of cutting, gaining back, and being miserable trying all the diets that never work persists. It's not your fault. And once you know the key that makes restrictive diets work... Their magic is exposed. They can't deceive you anymore, and you regain your personal power to build the body composition YOU want. To discover how restrictive diets are designed to make you want to give up, to start over rather than pressing forward... And how to turn the tables... You can find the answer right throu...

🌟 Screw Starving Yourself: Embrace a Healthy Approach to Fitness at Any Age! 🌟 Would you ever tell a teenage girl to slash her calories and starve herself to stay thin? Absolutely not! We understand that promoting such behavior can harm a young woman’s self-image and physical health. Yet, when women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s aim to tone up, many of us find ourselves falling into that same restrictive mindset. It’s incredible how society continues to accept restrictive diets, thinking it's somehow okay for older women to deprive themselves of the nutrition they need—while cringing at the sight of young girls doing the same. The truth? There is NO age at which it’s healthy or effective to deprive yourself. The Fallacy of Restrictive Dieting Why take 20 steps backward for only 10 steps forward? Fad diets and excessive calorie-cutting can create a frustrating cycle of disappointment, burnout, and a negative relationship with food. Instead of succumbing to the noise that promot...

From Dream to Reality: The Journey of Achievement and Transformation 🌟 It's not just about the pounds you drop—it's about the life you gain! Each step on your journey of achievement transforms not only your body but your mindset, relationships, and confidence. Embrace the change and watch your whole life flourish! 💪✨ #Transformation #JourneyToSuccess #LifeChange

🚫 Biggest Mistakes Women Over 40 Make When Trying to Lose Weight! Struggling with weight loss after 40? You’re not alone! Here are key mistakes to avoid: 🏋️‍♀️ Not lifting heavy enough weights 🍗 Insufficient protein intake 🏃‍♀️ Overdoing cardio 🚶‍♀️ Low daily step count 😴 Neglecting sleep 🥗 Under-eating Stay mindful and make those changes! 💪 #WeightLoss #FitnessOver40

From Dream to Reality: The Journey of Achievement and Transformation 🌟 It's not just about the pounds you drop—it's about the life you gain! Each step on your journey of achievement transforms not only your body but your mindset, relationships, and confidence. Embrace the change and watch your whole life flourish! 💪✨

Our clients couldn't tone until they knew THIS... They tried everything before Applied Fitness Fads. Running. Low carb. No carb. Any and every plan under the sun, they felt they'd tried it already. And menopause just tanked things even more. But there were 3 mistakes they kept making. Mistakes that were so common, yet so easy to fix. You can discover these 3 mistakes you've been making (and how to fix them) right here!

Here's What Women Over 40 Who Lose Weight (and KEEP it Off) Know... What NO longer works: 1. Cardio - gone are the days of doing excessive cardio. Believe it or not - that no longer works for women over 40 and can put more stress on our bodies. We need to turn to strength training - 3x’s/week. 2. Eating under 1200 calories. I know we think this is the solution to lose weight but it is NOT! We need to eat to fuel our body and burn fat. By limiting food intake, it is only harming our bodies - not helping it. 3. Limiting Carbs. I know we are overly cautious when it comes to eating carbs. We think they are the enemy so we prepare our plate by removing or limiting them. Yes - processed carbs are the enemy but healthy carbs are not. 4. Exercise then sit all day. Back in the day, I think we spent a lot of time in the gym exercising but then we came home and sat the rest of the day. I think many of us still do that today. We think that because we got our 30-60 minute ex...

The key to definition without bulk (there is a difference!) What makes the difference between women who get lean & strong... Vs. big & bulky? If you're worried about lifting weights and aren't sure how to start... And you want to tone sustainably without lots of cardio... You'll love this video!

It’s NOT: ❌ Pilates ❌ HIIT or spin classes ❌ Keto or any other restrictive fad diets ❌ Eating less and moving more ❌ Or jumping on a GLP-1 like ozempic All of these methods will only keep you stuck in the same spot or damaging your metabolism and hormones that will lead you back to regaining all the weight

Cardio over 40? Make no mistake, this is a warning: Cardio turned its back on all of us long ago. In our 20s, sure we could run all we wanted and our bodies happily ate up all that hard effort... But as we age, our bodies produce more stress hormones during heavy cardio — and those stress hormones retain more body fat. I'm already feeling it in my 30s, but of course it's MORE pronounced in the 40s and beyond! So cardio isn't the saving grace it used to be... Which is why you want to rely on THIS instead.

🌟 Struggling to lose weight after 40? You might be facing weight loss resistance syndrome! Common signs include persistent fatigue, stubborn belly fat, cravings, mood swings, and hormonal imbalances. 🥴💪 Prioritize balanced nutrition, strength training, and stress management for success! #WeightLoss #HealthOver40 #WellnessJourney

YOU take care of EVERYONE ELSE… now it’s YOUR turn 😊 🤩We see you. You're an incredible mother, a loving spouse, and a superhero juggling so many roles every single day. 🤔Your tireless dedication is nothing short of amazing, but we know it can also be incredibly overwhelming. The constant rush, the never-ending to-do lists, and the pressure to be everything for everyone can make it so easy to put yourself last. But imagine this: What if you could reclaim your energy, feel more vibrant, and finally make YOU a priority? You can..I believe in you. Here’s how

THIS Even Shocked Me! 50! This is the daily recommended protein intake from the FDA. It doesn't factor in weight, muscle density, fat %, height, or any other meaningful measurements... Just one blanket statement for everyone. 50 grams of protein. Compare this with what our clients eat... Often 125g, 150g, and even MORE depending on the client we're helping reach her body composition goals. Why do we recommend so much more? It's not because the FDA is wrong and we're right. They're providing basic nutrition guidelines. NOT advice on toning and building lasting muscle definition that keeps you strong, healthy, and mobile as you age. So today's takeaway? If you track nothing else, at least start with protein. Just see how much you're eating and don't overestimate. Then raise it and see if you don't start building more muscle faster than you'd ever expect. There's no magic key to toning, but protein is pretty damn close!

This tones better than years of effort There's one case where consistency will punish you rather than help you tone: Repeating the same workouts. The reason being when you do the same exercises, the same way, for months or years... Something happens. And left unchecked, it crushes your ability to build the body composition you want. In this free video training, I reveal how to avoid it — and what to do instead — for a sustainable body composition that lasts!

NOBODY Wants To Be "SKINNY FAT"... YUCK How to drop lbs (while preserving muscle) This video is exactly what it sounds like. If you want your definition to POP, this is for you. Check out this insane video training here!

Bet you didn't know THIS about your metabolism... When your metabolism slows it throws off your hormones, there's a new power struggle that kicks in... Progesterone vs. cortisol Now, progesterone plays multiple essential roles, not the least of which is curbing your stress response from cortisol. What does this mean in a broad sense? Less progesterone = higher cortisol response. Cortisol = 'survival mode' and fat buildup. So when you stress about things and your mind is occupied with a mound of BS you have to deal with... Or you hit the gym for too long and put tons of extra physical stress on your body... Expect more stored fat covering up that muscle tone you've worked so hard for. It sucks, but it's the truth. That's why no amount of cardio will get the job done. Why no amount of food cutting (another stressor) will work, either. This leaves only one answer to eliminate that constant push-pull — only one way to minimize the minuses of exer...

Cookie- Cutter GENERIC-based plans often go off the rails after the age of 40... What used to work no longer produces the same results, no matter how strictly you adhere to it. Even if you follow it to the letter. A big reason is that no matter how much else stays the same, one thing fundamentally does not: Metabolism. When your metabolism becomes sluggish, and stalls so does your results. What used to work... suddenly stops... Exercise needs change Plus stress tolerance and so many other factors. Taking all this into account, it's easy to assume that nothing will work But nothing could be further from the truth! You just need to update your rule book a bit. If that sounds like an oversimplification, I totally get it... But it will make much more sense when you see how straightforward it can be to get toned after 40 When nothing else seems to work and you want a fitness success after 40 solution... Try this....

The fitness world is flooded with conflicting advice, and I felt lost in a sea of options. I tried everything, but nothing seemed to work. Until I narrowed it down to the 3 essential methods that changed the game. Say goodbye to overwhelm and hello to clarity. Want to cut through the noise and discover the simplicity behind a toned physique? Click to watch my free training.

Want to be lean, not bulky? Watch this... Have you ever thought: "I want to get in shape, but I don't want to get bulky..." You're not alone — and I can give you a simple way to ensure you never bulk on your way to the body you want. Curious? I share it in this video training!

  Let’s face it, getting and staying fit and healthy is hard work.  There’s all the effort that you have to put out in making wholesome meals.  There’s the will power that you must muster in avoiding unhealthy (TASTY!) foods.  There’s the energy that it takes to get out of bed early to get in a workout before the day begins.  There’s the struggle to lace up your shoes at the end of a long day to head out and be active rather than diving into the comfort of the couch.  To be fit and healthy is to choose to do what’s hard, right now.   Because let’s face it, getting dinner from a drive thru is easier than making it at home. And eating whatever looks the most enticing is easier than saying no thank you.  And sleeping in is easier than getting up at the crack of dawn to exercise.  And settling into the couch at the end of your day is easier than moving your body through something active.  We are faced with these decisions all day, e...

Cut back on this after 40+ (IF fat loss is your goal!) When we should be doing less of this, many women choose to increase it. In moderation it can be very healthy... But too much, and you'll sabotage the progress you've worked so hard to create! Plus, after 40 + this becomes much harder on our bodies and increases stress hormone production... Causing us to hold onto more fat stores. Which clearly works against the goals we have for ourselves. Left unchecked, this will keep setting you back even if you do everything else right... And eat at your energy levels, leaving you feeling constantly drained. To discover what this is and reduce or eliminate it from your routine...

Over 40 and struggling to shed those extra pounds? Ditch the endless cardio sessions and focus on STRENGTH TRAINING instead! As we age, our metabolism slows down, but building muscle mass can boost it back up, burning more calories at rest. Plus, strength training preserves precious muscle mass, reducing the risk of osteoporosis and injury. Cardio may burn calories in the moment, but strength training sets your body up for long-term fat loss success! Watch this free training as I explain..

So you overate... skipped workouts... started beating yourself up and don't know how to stop. But your momentum isn't gone. There's a simple step-by-step process you can use to get back on track and STAY there. How? By doing this.

 It happens to everyone. That moment when you realize that it’s time to do something about your weight. It may happen when you’re looking in the mirror or standing on the scale. Your first thought is to go on a ‘diet’ but as quickly as that enters your mind the ghosts of a hundred diets past return…along with all the frustration. Then you wonder, why bother? The weight will come back, as it always has. Then you’ll be back in front of the mirror as discouraged as ever. The answer is not to go on another diet. The answer is to create a vision and make it a priority. Creating a Vision.  What exactly do you wish to accomplish? If it’s weight loss, exactly how much weight? What size will you be when your goal is accomplished? Can you picture what you’ll look and feel like? Take time to clearly visualize what you really want to accomplish. This is your vision. Make it a Priority.  Having a vision is great, but unless you make it a priority it wi...

Struggling with a sluggish metabolism in your 40s? 🔒🔥 You're not alone! This quick 2-minute video is packed with Metabolic Magic*strategies to kickstart your metabolism and get those gears turning again. 🎬 **In This Video:** - Protein Power-Up**: Discover why protein is your ally in boosting metabolism and how a simple change in your breakfast can make a big difference. - Strength Training Rules. Learn how strength training can be your secret weapon in building muscle and increasing your resting metabolic rate. - Hormone Harmony. Find out how managing hormones works its magic to help your body burn fat more efficiently and why it's crucial to stay in harmony

Get Stronger, Live Better: The Power of Strength Training After 40 As we age, our bodies naturally lose muscle mass, bone density, and metabolism, leading to decreased energy, mobility, and overall health. But it's not inevitable! Strength training is a game-changer for people over 40, helping to reverse these declines and improve overall well-being.

As a fitness expert, I often encounter questions about the effectiveness of cardio workouts for women over 40. It’s important to understand that while cardio is beneficial, it may not always be the most efficient way to achieve fitness goals for women in this age group. Here’s why: 1. Hormonal Changes Entering perimenopause and menopause brings hormonal fluctuations that can impact metabolism, body composition, and weight loss efforts. With estrogen levels on the decline, women may notice an increase in belly fat and water retention, accompanied by a slower metabolism. These changes can make traditional cardio workouts less effective. 2. Decreased Muscle Mass After the age of 40, it’s natural for women to experience a reduction in muscle mass, which in turn slows down metabolism. While cardio exercises such as running or cycling are great for calorie burning, they don’t significantly contribute to muscle building, which is crucial for maintaining a healthy metabolism. 3. Insulin Resi...

  Unlock the Fountain of Youth with Strength Training As we gracefully enter our 30s and beyond, our bodies encounter a new challenge – the natural decline in muscle synthesis. This process accelerates during menopause, but there’s a powerful antidote: strength and resistance training . It’s not just about sculpting an enviable figure; it’s about fortifying your body’s defenses against injury and the ravages of time. Strategic Cardio for Fat Loss While cardio has its place, it’s a delicate dance. Excessive cardio can tip the scales, triggering inflammation and a surge in stress hormones like cortisol, which stubbornly cling to fat stores. The key is balance – a cardio routine that energizes without overwhelming your system. Embrace Fluidity with Mobility Work Stiffness isn’t just uncomfortable – it’s a barrier to your fitness potential. Enhance your resistance training with a dash of mobility work, dynamic stretching, and foam rolling. It’s like oiling the gears of your body, ensur...