Behind the Body: Fat Loss, Metabolism & Muscle for Women Over 40
If you're a woman in your 40s or 50s struggling with perimenopause or menopause weight gain, this podcast is for you.
I'm Andrea Cutuk, a double-certified nutrition and fitness coach. I lost 20 pounds in my mid-30s and have maintained it for 10 years, through perimenopause, hormonal shifts, and real life. I'm not someone who lost weight six months ago and started a podcast. I'm someone who's lived in this body, figured it out, and has been maintaining the results long enough to know what actually works and sticks.
Every Monday, Behind the Body covers the real reasons women over 40 gain weight, can't lose it, and what to actually do about it. No generic advice. No extreme diets. Just honest, science-backed strategies built for your hormones, your metabolism, and your lifestyle in this phase of life.
Topics we cover:
- Building a body you're proud of in a sustainable way
- Perimenopause weight gain and why your body is changing
- Fat loss after 40 without restriction or deprivation
- How to boost metabolism and build a stronger body composition
- Sustainable weight loss strategies that work long-term
- Strength training for women over 40 - where to start and why it matters
- Hormone-related weight gain, cortisol, and belly fat
- How to lose fat without giving up restaurants, wine, your social life, or sanity
This isn't about motivation or 90-day challenges. It's about understanding the reality of menopause and perimenopause weight gain, and building habits that last.
New episodes every Monday.
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Behind the Body: Fat Loss, Metabolism & Muscle for Women Over 40
Why You're Not Hitting Your Weight Loss Goals (And How to Fix It)
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Are you dieting and exercising, seemingly doing everything "right," but still not hitting your weight loss goals despite your efforts? The frustration and disappointment are real, and it's time to be honest and address the real reasons behind it.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Mastering the Mindset: Overcoming Obstacles to Achieve Weight Loss Goals
- Fueling Your Success: Unlocking the Importance of Planning
- Move to Improve: Embracing Movement's Role in Weight Management
- Breaking Through: Strategies to Overcome Weight Loss Plateaus
- Thrive in Health: Embracing the Benefits of a Healthy Lifestyle
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:06 - Welcome back and the importance of having a plan
00:03:35 - Acknowledging personal choices
00:08:48 - Enjoying life with a plan
00:11:26 - The role of breakfast and intermittent fasting
00:12:56 - Managing hunger during the day
00:13:59 - The Importance of Intuitive Eating and Breakfast
00:15:33 - Redefining Health Goals
00:17:44 - Understanding Personal Eating Habits
00:19:49 - Women's Constant Goal to Be Smaller
00:23:39 - Importance of Daily Movement
00:28:29 - Setting Realistic Goals
00:29:50 - Importance of Patience
00:32:36 - Building a Strong Foundation
00:36:26 - Having a Goal-Driven Mindset
00:40:09 - Personal Development and Self-Care
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