Midlife Belly Fat: Part 1:The Exercise Story

Episode 144 of the Midlife Mommas: A Girlfriends Approach to Life After Menopause podcast, hosted by Amelia & Cam, titled "Midlife Belly Fat: Part 1:The Exercise Story" was published on March 6, 2024 and runs 32 minutes.

March 6, 2024 ·32m · Midlife Mommas: A Girlfriends Approach to Life After Menopause

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Summary

In this episode you'll hear: 1. The impact of hormones and stress on weight gain: The hosts discuss how hormones and stress can contribute to midlife belly fat, emphasizing that weight gain is not solely about calories in and out but also about the body's hormonal and stress responses. 2. The importance of calorie intake and metabolism: Cam and Amelia discuss how insufficient calorie intake can affect metabolism, particularly in individuals who have been dieting for a long time. They highli...

Episode Description

In this episode you'll hear:

1. The impact of hormones and stress on weight gain: The hosts discuss how hormones and stress can contribute to midlife belly fat, emphasizing that weight gain is not solely about calories in and out but also about the body's hormonal and stress responses.

2. The importance of calorie intake and metabolism: Cam and Amelia discuss how insufficient calorie intake can affect metabolism, particularly in individuals who have been dieting for a long time. They highlight the need to nourish the body adequately and avoid undereating to support overall health.

3. Customizing movement and exercise based on individual needs and stress levels: The hosts emphasize the importance of listening to one's body, adapting exercise routines to manage stress, and considering factors such as sleep, nutrition, and joy in activities. They also discuss the benefits of different types of exercise, such as high intensity repeat training, weight training, and walking for health in midlife.

What is that spare tire around my middle??

Nobody likes belly fat. But what causes it? In this 3-part series, Cam and Amelia will explore this explosive and difficult topic. We talk about HOW midlife is different when it comes to belly fat. Why is this suddenly a problem and so difficult to get rid of?
There are several elements that affect belly fat in midlife, and we will explore 1 topic each week for the next 3 weeks:

Belly fat and exercise
Belly fat and hormones
Belly fat and gut health

Each of these play a pivotal role in midlife. We hope you stay tuned for all 3 episodes!

00:00 Increase in exercise, but waist grew inexplicably.
06:36 Many women eat too few calories, impacting metabolism.
10:12 Organize core, pull ribs, improve posture, move gracefully.
11:54 Men naturally maintain good posture, hiding gut.
14:44 Woman builds muscle, breaks jeans, blames friend.
18:42 Transitioning to strength training, scheduling, and recovery.
23:33 High intensity repeat training for midlife fitness.
27:03 Mental and physical fatigue impact daily activities.
28:58 Midlife awakening leads to better health mindset.
30:48 Planning bike trip with daughter, learning experience.

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