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EPISODE · Jun 15, 2026 · 11 MIN

Why You've Stopped Losing Weight in Menopause (And Why Restricting Isn't the Answer)

from Mastering Menopause · host Kathy Cote

Description:Are you doing all the "right" things—barely eating, skipping meals, and working out harder than ever—only to find the scale hasn't budged? You are not alone. In this episode, we’re breaking down the "restriction trap" that keeps so many women stuck in a plateau during menopause.We explore why chronic calorie restriction is often the biggest obstacle to your goals. You'll learn:Why 1,200 calories is rarely a sustainable or effective starting point for hormonal health.The truth about the scale: Why your weight might fluctuate when you finally start fueling your body properly.The "Reverse Dieting" approach: How eating more can actually help you break through plateaus and protect your muscle mass.Stop treating your body like a problem to be solved and start fueling it for sustainable, long-term success. If you're ready to break the cycle of restriction and understand the math behind healthy, hormonal-friendly weight loss, this episode is your roadmap.Send us Fan MailThank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode!If you want to see how I can help you on your journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals!https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnowNow accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fiftyFree Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=shareFor all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalystDo you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here:https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entryHave a personal question? Email me at [email protected] out the Mastering Menopause Macros Course on making weight loss in menopause easy by tracking macros.  All the tips and tricks that my clients and I have used! https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/maste...

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Description: Are you doing all the "right" things—barely eating, skipping meals, and working out harder than ever—only to find the scale hasn't budged? You are not alone. In this episode, we’re breaking down the "restriction trap" that keeps so many women stuck in a plateau during menopause. We explore why chronic calorie restriction is often the biggest obstacle to your goals. You'll learn: Why 1,200 calories is rarely a sustainable or effective starting point for hormonal health.The tr...

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