The Fueled & Free Podcast

60. Why You’re Gaining Weight in Perimenopause

• Margaret Powell • Season 4

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You’ve probably noticed that it’s harder to lose weight in perimenopause. You may be feeling ‘fluffy’, and your clothes aren’t fitting as well. Weight gain feels inevitable, and unfortunately, what you did in your 20s or early 30s to combat this just won’t cut it anymore.


I’m diving into WHY you’re gaining weight in perimenopause, and practical solutions to help you work through this. Major hormonal shifts with progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone greatly impact your metabolism, sleep, and overall energy.


If you’re struggling with symptoms of hormonal imbalance, weight gain and more, I invite you to learn more about our brand NEW 1:1 program, 90 Day Powerful Peri Protocol. We would love to provide you with strategic, tailored support during perimenopause, and get you to a place of feeling healthy, strong, and confident again!


Episode Recap:

  • The biological component with women and fat storage + the role stress plays {4:17}
  • Hormonal changes that occur during perimenopause {6:22}
  • ‘Cortisol belly’ + other impacts of cortisol dysregulation on the body {10:09}
  • What's behind your metabolism ‘‘slowing down’ as you age {13:44}
  • Why muscle loss can happen during perimenopause {18:41}
  • How inflammation negatively affects muscle health + the rate of muscle loss {20:33}
  • Why it IS more difficult to maintain a healthier lifestyle during perimenopause {21:49}
  • The #1 thing you need to incorporate if you’re struggling with your weight or body composition {29:23}
  • Cleaning up your diet + paying closer attention to your nutrition {36:32}
  • Using gut testing to check for low stomach acid, pathogens & more {38:19} 
  • Getting on a consistent + personalized supplement routine {39:30}
  • Hormone replacement therapy recs {40:58}


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**Disclaimer: The information shared in this podcast is NOT meant to be taken as individual or medical advice. Please seek the advice of your physician or healthcare provider regarding any medical condition or treatment.