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EPISODE · May 4, 2026 · 1H 4M

Get rid of the pooch - Deep diving into fat metabolism

from The Fierce and Fit Mentor Podcast · host Clarice Yau

Episode 48: Fat Loss After 40: The Science of Belly Fat, Hormones & Metabolism (Why the “Pooch” Won’t Go Away)Why is belly fat so stubborn—especially after 40? And what’s actually happening inside your body when you’re trying to lose it?In this episode, we break down the science of fat metabolism, hormones, and belly fat resistance so you can stop guessing and start understanding your body on a deeper level.Inside this training, you’ll learn:✨ What fat metabolism actually is (lipolysis, beta-oxidation, ATP production)✨ Why belly fat behaves differently than other body fat✨ The role of alpha vs beta adrenergic receptors in fat loss✨ How cortisol, insulin, and estrogen impact fat storage after 40✨ Why menopause shifts fat to the abdominal area✨ The connection between stress, inflammation, and stubborn fat✨ How muscle mass directly impacts metabolism and fat burning✨ Nutrition strategies that support fat metabolism (protein, omega-3s, polyphenols, fiber)✨ How to activate fat loss pathways naturally through training and lifestyleThis episode is especially for women 40+ who feel like:➡️ “I’m doing everything right, but my belly won’t change”➡️ “My metabolism feels slower than ever”➡️ “Hormones are working against me”If that’s you — this will connect the dots.Because fat loss isn’t about doing more…It’s about understanding what your body actually needs.—Join our free 4 Week Bikini Challenge now:https://tinyurl.com/3km6z2myJoin our free community for more free training:https://tinyurl.com/2u3ad6zv

Episode 48: Fat Loss After 40: The Science of Belly Fat, Hormones & Metabolism (Why the “Pooch” Won’t Go Away)Why is belly fat so stubborn—especially after 40? And what’s actually happening inside your body when you’re trying to lose it?In this episode, we break down the science of fat metabolism, hormones, and belly fat resistance so you can stop guessing and start understanding your body on a deeper level.Inside this training, you’ll learn:✨ What fat metabolism actually is (lipolysis, beta-oxidation, ATP production)✨ Why belly fat behaves differently than other body fat✨ The role of alpha vs beta adrenergic receptors in fat loss✨ How cortisol, insulin, and estrogen impact fat storage after 40✨ Why menopause shifts fat to the abdominal area✨ The connection between stress, inflammation, and stubborn fat✨ How muscle mass directly impacts metabolism and fat burning✨ Nutrition strategies that support fat metabolism (protein, omega-3s, polyphenols, fiber)✨ How to activate fat loss pathways naturally through training and lifestyleThis episode is especially for women 40+ who feel like:➡️ “I’m doing everything right, but my belly won’t change”➡️ “My metabolism feels slower than ever”➡️ “Hormones are working against me”If that’s you — this will connect the dots.Because fat loss isn’t about doing more…It’s about understanding what your body actually needs.—Join our free 4 Week Bikini Challenge now:https://tinyurl.com/3km6z2myJoin our free community for more free training:https://tinyurl.com/2u3ad6zv

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Episode 48: Fat Loss After 40: The Science of Belly Fat, Hormones & Metabolism (Why the “Pooch” Won’t Go Away)Why is belly fat so stubborn—especially after 40? And what’s actually happening inside your body when you’re trying to lose it?In this...

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