73. Fat Loss and Strength After 40: Why Eating More Can Actually Help

In Episode 73 of the Emotional Eats Podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Joe Hoye, founder of Hoye Fit, about his unique decision as a young man to focus on helping women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s. He helps midlife women get fit, lose weight, and improve their longevity. Joe shared his heartfelt and personal story, which began when his mother took him to the gym at 13, helping him discover his passion for fitness. He described how his early struggles with body image, confidence, and weight gain shaped his mission to help others, particularly women, find their own strength and self-worth through health and fitness. Joe talks about his "diet detox" approach, which encourages women to move away from restrictive diets and into a thriving, empowered relationship with food. We talk about why strength training is crucial for women over 40, how cardio can often lead to muscle loss, and how important it is to focus on fat loss rather than just weight loss.  One of my favorite topics that Joe discusses is the role of mindset in midlife health, sharing that success starts in the mind and that overcoming the mental barriers to health is just as important as the physical aspects. Joe's approach is all about empowering women to stop dieting and start thriving, providing practical advice on increasing calories in a healthy way, strength training, and debunking common diet myths.  IMPORTANT!  Joe makes a very generous offer to one lucky listener.  You'll want to tune in to have a chance to win.   GIVEWAY!!!!!! Click here to learn about Joe's special offer to you as a listener of the Emotional Eats Podcast:    giveaway.hoyefit.com/emotional-eats.  This episode is a must-listen for any woman over 40 looking to improve her health, break free from diet culture, and build a lifestyle that supports long-term wellness. Highlights: Joe's Early Influences, College Years and Weight Gain (2:24) Balancing Fitness and Original Career (5:22) The Importance of Strength Training and Nutrition (10:59) Coaching Philosophy and the Importance of Diet Detox  (14:39) Addressing Menopause and Anxiety (33:46) The Role of Movement and Mental Health (34:14) The 80/20 Rule and Sustainable Lifestyle (34:29) Understanding Calorie Needs and Maintenance (38:48) Joe's Generous Offer - You Have a Chance to Win (44:23)   Connect with Joe: https://www.instagram.com/hoyefit/ https://www.tiktok.com/@hoyefit https://hoyefit.com/   GIVEWAY!!!!!! Click here to learn about Joe's special offer to you as a listener of the Emotional Eats Podcast:    giveaway.hoyefit.com/emotional-eats.    Note:  The information in this podcast is not to replace working with your doctor, other medical practitioner or mental health practitioner.  This podcast is to provide conversation, information and entertainment. My favorite evening drink (or dessert) is Organifi Gold Chocolate.  It is like a "healthy dark hot chocolate".  With reishi mushrooms and lemon balm extract for calming and relaxing, it's perfect in the afternoon or evening.  Gold  also has superfoods like tumeric and ginger.  It's nonGMO, vegan and organic. You can check out all of Organifi's healthy products at https://www.organifishop.com/  and make sure to use the code:  KIMH   for 20% off.     Hey Cool Girl, Welcome to the Collective for Midlife Reset and Support! Join Here:  https://www.skool.com/coolgirlcollective/ Join us for a  space to connect, learn, and grow with other amazing women over 40 who are navigating midlife — everything from hormones, menopause weight gain, post menopause and emotional eating to holistic healing, calming the nervous system, and rediscovering who you are in this season of life Connect With Kim: Emotional Eats Podcast: Emotional Eats Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/emotional-eats-podcast-end-emotional-eating-weight/id1686639038 Website:  https://wellspringcounselingandhealth.com/ Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/kimhynesmidlife/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimhynesmidlife TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@kimemotionaleats YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@Kimhynesmidlife   Want to improve your midlife focus or sleep?  Check out Brain.fm.  This app has help me be more productive, get the best afternoon powernaps and bring down my nervous system….fast.  Get 30 days for free here.  https://www.brain.fm/kimhyneshealth Get my favorite healthy Hot Chocolate (Organifi Chocolate Gold) here: https://www.organifishop.com/ Use code:  KIMH for 20 % off This dark chocolate tumeric tea helps promote relaxation and calm.  It's the perfect substitute for dessert and a great way to help promote sleep. Other links Kim receives commission on some of these products which are used to continue providing free content and produce the Emotional Eats Podcast. LMNT http://elementallabs.refr.cc/kimhynes   ParaFy Parasite Cleansing Kit https://rogershood.com/ref/1961/ Code: KIMH