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If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and thought, “Where did she go?” — the woman with energy, motivation, and maybe even a little sparkle in her step — you’re not alone.

So many women I coach in perimenopause and menopause say the same thing: “I just don’t feel like myself anymore.” And you know what? I’ve been there too. In my mid-40s, I remember thinking, “Am I going crazy?” The brain fog, mood swings, fatigue, and weight gain felt like someone had swapped out my body and left me with one I didn’t recognize.

Here’s the truth: you’re not doing anything wrong. Your body is shifting. Your hormones are changing. And while it’s normal, it doesn’t mean you have to stay stuck.

In this post, I’m breaking down the 5 signs of hormone imbalance that could be draining your energy and stealing your joy — plus some hope-filled steps to start supporting your body with Trim Healthy Wisdom, strength training, and a whole lot of grace.

1. Hormonal Shi...

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Why Cardio Isn’t the Queen Anymore

I grew up in the 80s and 90s with leg warmers, Jane Fonda, and step aerobics leading the fitness scene. Back then, cardio was the queen. We were taught that the more you sweat it out on the treadmill or in an aerobics class, the more calories you’d burn, and the more weight you’d lose.

But here’s the thing: in perimenopause and menopause, more cardio doesn’t equal more fat loss. In fact, it often backfires. Long sessions of running, cycling, or high-impact classes actually raise cortisol, your stress hormone. And when cortisol goes up, guess what else goes up? Belly fat.

That’s right—those endless cardio sessions that used to feel like the gold standard are now contributing to the very thing you want to get rid of.

This doesn’t mean cardio is bad or that you should never do it. But it’s no longer the star player. Midlife bodies need a smarter strategy—one that works with your hormones, not against them.

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You weren’t meant to live stuck in a body that feels foreign.
If you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause, or midlife weight gain with frustration and fatigue, I want to invite you into a new way—one that honors your hormones and your faith.
Join me September 29-October 1 for the Beat the Belly Fat Workshop → Click here to register.

If you’re like most women I coach, you’ve probably said something like, “I’m starting Monday, and this time I’m really going to do it.” You set your Trim Healthy Mama meals, maybe even meal prep, and you feel motivated. But then… life happens. By Thursday you’re tired, stressed, and craving something quick. Suddenly, you’re off plan, frustrated, and telling yourself you’ll “start again next week.”

Sound familiar?

Here’s the thing: it’s not that you don’t want to lose belly fat, or that you lack willpower. What you really need isn’t more trying—it’s learning new skills. Skills that help you shift your m...

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If you’ve ever looked in the mirror, tugged at your jeans, and wondered, “Why is my belly getting bigger when I’m doing everything right?” — you’re not alone.

I hear from so many women in perimenopause and menopause who feel frustrated, discouraged, and even a little defeated by stubborn belly fat. Maybe you’ve been eating on plan, walking daily, lifting weights, and cutting sugar, but that midlife muffin top won’t go away.

Here’s the truth: you’re not failing. Belly fat in midlife is not about discipline or willpower. It’s about hormones, strategy, and giving your body what it actually needs in this season.

Let’s break down what’s really happening, why belly fat shows up in perimenopause, and the practical steps you can take to lose not just fat—but dangerous visceral belly fat that affects your long-term health.

Why Visceral Belly Fat Shows Up After 40

In our younger years, extreme diets or intense workouts could quickly move the scale...

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Why Fasting Isn’t the Fat Loss Fix for Midlife Women

Let’s talk about something I hear all the time:
“I’ve tried intermittent fasting, I barely eat until 2 p.m., I’m working out… but I’m still gaining weight. What gives?”

Friend, if that’s you—I see you. You are not doing it wrong.
It’s just that fasting was never made for your midlife body in the first place.

In this post, I want to walk you through the real science behind intermittent fasting, why it may have worked for your husband but not for you, and what you can do instead to support your metabolism, hormones, and fat loss goals—without starving or stressing your body out.

I’m Coach Kris Honeycutt, your Trim Healthy Coach, personal trainer, and menopause fitness specialist. I’ve worked with hundreds of women who are navigating this midlife transition, and I want to help you understand why fasting often backfires—especially when hormones are shifting and your energy feels maxed out.

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Why You’re Gaining Belly Fat Even When You’re Eating Clean and Following THM

You're Not Crazy—You're Hormonal (But That’s Not the Whole Story)

If you’re doing everything “right”—following the Trim Healthy Mama plan, skipping sugar, working out, eating clean—and you’re still gaining belly fat, this post is for you. I talk to midlife women every single day in my coaching programs, in my free Menopause Makeover community, and on discovery calls—and I hear the same frustrations on repeat.

“I feel like I’m gaining weight on air.”
“My doctor says my hormones are fine, but I can’t lose a pound.”
“I’m doing everything and the scale won’t move.”

If that’s you, take a deep breath, friend. You're not alone—and you're not broken. You're just believing a few common hormone lies that keep women stuck in midlife. Let's call them out and replace them with the truth that actually moves the needle on fat loss, energy, and healing—without burnout.

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Have You Been Striving in Your Weight Loss Journey?

Let’s just get honest, friend.

You’re eating on plan. You’re trying to move your body. You’re skipping sugar (most days). But that stubborn belly fat in menopause won’t budge. You keep thinking, “I should be further along by now.”

I see it all the time as a Trim Healthy coach for midlife women. And I’ve lived it myself. That’s why I had to share this with you—because I’ve discovered a whole new way to approach weight loss in perimenopause and menopause.

It’s not about pushing harder.
It’s about surrender.

Yep. That big ol’ faith word we like to use in church, but don’t always know how to apply when the scale won’t move or we’re crying over jeans that don’t fit.

This blog post is a heart-to-heart from one midlife woman to another. It’s what I wish someone would have told me sooner.

Why Striving Isn’t Serving You Anymore

In our younger years, striving often worked.
We could cut ca...

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Strength training in your 40s, 50s, and beyond isn’t about chasing soreness or trying to keep up with some influencer’s 7-day shred. It’s about training smarter—so you can burn fat, build muscle, and feel good in your body again without wrecking your hormones in the process.

If you’ve been wondering why your old workouts aren’t working anymore or why you feel more drained than energized after exercise, you’re not alone. Midlife bodies don’t respond the same way they used to—and that’s not a bad thing. It just means we need to shift how we move, how we recover, and how we fuel.

Let’s break down exactly how to strength train for fat loss in menopause and perimenopause—without the burnout.

Why Strength Training Is the #1 Belly Fat Loss Exercise in Menopause

Let me say it loud and clear: strength training is your best friend after 40.

You can cardio yourself to death and still not budge the scale—or worse, see it creep up. Why? Because yo...

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Welcome to The Menopause Makeover—where we talk Trim Healthy Wisdom, hormones, fitness, and real-life wins (and struggles) in midlife. Let's look at the five sneaky reasons your weight won’t budge—even when you're eating healthy, exercising, and doing “all the right things.”

If you’re a midlife mama who feels like your belly fat has a mind of its own, you're not crazy—and you're definitely not alone.

Let’s get into it.

Why Midlife Fat Loss is Different

You’re not broken—your body is just different now. In perimenopause and menopause, everything from your muscle mass to your metabolism is shifting. But here’s the real kicker:

It’s not your hormones causing fat gain.

Hormones are symptoms of deeper imbalances. When estrogen declines, cortisol rises, and insulin gets cranky, your body starts shifting fat to your belly and holding onto weight like it’s prepping for winter.

And what used to work… doesn’t.

Sneaky Sabotage #1: You’...

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Why Losing Weight in Perimenopause Feels Impossible—And What Actually Works

You’re Not Broken, You’re Not Lazy, and You’re Definitely Not Doomed

If you’ve ever stared at the scale and thought, “What in the world happened to me? I used to be able to drop 10 pounds in two weeks. Why won’t it budge now?”—I want you to know: you are absolutely not alone. And you’re definitely not broken. You’re not lazy. You’re not destined for a lifetime of tight jeans and stubborn belly fat.

You’ve just been following weight loss advice that wasn’t designed for your stage of life. Midlife, perimenopause, and menopause are a totally different ballgame. It’s time to stop beating yourself up and start understanding what your body is asking for. Let’s get into why your go-to plan isn’t working anymore—and what to do instead.

Why You Can’t Lose 10 Pounds in a Month Like You Used To

“My Old Tricks Just Don’t Work Anymore…”

Let’s be real: I’m right there with you. B...