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EPISODE · May 4, 2026 · 15 MIN

17 | Why You’re Gaining Belly Fat in Perimenopause (And What You Can Still Control)

from Weight Loss With a Side of Grace I Healthy Eating, Ditch All or Nothing Thinking, Strength Training · host Michelle Hill - Health and Fitness Coach for Moms 35+

Why does it feel like all the weight is suddenly going to your stomach… even though you’re not doing anything different? If you’re a woman over 35 dealing with weight gain in perimenopause or menopause, you’re not imagining it. Hormonal changes can impact fat distribution, and how your body responds to stress, but that doesn’t mean you’ve lost control of your body. In this episode we’re talking about belly fat, hormones, and weight gain after 40. You’ll learn: What is normal during perimenopause and menopause when it comes to gaining fat The real reason your old weight loss strategies aren’t working anymore How stress, lifestyle changes, and daily habits impact weight gain after 40 Why your body isn’t broken and what you can still control If you’ve been thinking, “I guess this is just part of getting older” or “my body is working against me,” this episode will help you shift your perspective and take back control in a realistic, sustainable way. You don’t need more restriction or another extreme diet. You need a strategy that fits this stage of life, one that supports your body, your schedule, and your long-term health. Next Steps:  💬Join my free community: www.facebook.com/groups/michelle.transformed/ 🌐Visit Website for info on 1-1 Coaching: transformedhealthcoaching.com 📰Get My Weekly Newsletter to hear more relatable mom life stories and learn more about working with me: https://transformedhealthcoaching.myflodesk.com/newsletter 📚Grab your free "How to Lose the Weight Without Trying Harder" quiz to find out what is keeping you stuck, even though you already know what to do: https://transformedhealthcoaching.myflodesk.com/areyoustuck

Why does it feel like all the weight is suddenly going to your stomach… even though you’re not doing anything different? If you’re a woman over 35 dealing with weight gain in perimenopause or menopause, you’re not imagining it. Hormonal changes can impact fat distribution, and how your body responds to stress, but that doesn’t mean you’ve lost control of your body. In this episode we’re talking about belly fat, hormones, and weight gain after 40. You’ll learn: What is normal during perimenopause and menopause when it comes to gaining fat The real reason your old weight loss strategies aren’t working anymore How stress, lifestyle changes, and daily habits impact weight gain after 40 Why your body isn’t broken and what you can still control If you’ve been thinking, “I guess this is just part of getting older” or “my body is working against me,” this episode will help you shift your perspective and take back control in a realistic, sustainable way. You don’t need more restriction or another extreme diet. You need a strategy that fits this stage of life, one that supports your body, your schedule, and your long-term health. Next Steps:  💬Join my free community: www.facebook.com/groups/michelle.transformed/ 🌐Visit Website for info on 1-1 Coaching: transformedhealthcoaching.com 📰Get My Weekly Newsletter to hear more relatable mom life stories and learn more about working with me: https://transformedhealthcoaching.myflodesk.com/newsletter 📚Grab your free "How to Lose the Weight Without Trying Harder" quiz to find out what is keeping you stuck, even though you already know what to do: https://transformedhealthcoaching.myflodesk.com/areyoustuck

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