#89: Why 1200 calorie/day diets & cheat days don’t work & what to do instead

Have you been carefully sticking to a 1200-calorie per day diet during the week, only to reward yourself with a cheat day on the weekend? While this approach might seem like a good balance, it could actually be sabotaging your progress! In this episode of 40+ Fitness for Women, I break down why super low-calorie diets and cheat days aren’t as effective as you think—especially for women in perimenopause and menopause.Tune in as I discuss:Why 1200-calorie per day diets leave you feeling exhausted and frustratedHow cheat days often undo all your hard workWhy you should think of your calories like a budget—and how to manage them betterA smarter, more sustainable approach to fat lossMy own experience with tracking and managing calories for consistent resultsIf you’ve been dieting and feel stuck, this episode will help you rethink your strategy for better, more sustainable progress.Send me your thoughts 😃Support the showJoin my strength training membership > Learn to Lift with my 10-week program >Get my free guide: How to Start Strength Training After 40 >> Lose fat faster with my Midlife Fat Loss Formula >Subscribe to my weekly newsletter>>Let's connect!Instagram >Facebook >YouTube >My website >