

861: My Perimenopause Weight Loss Journey | What Actually Worked
9 snips Jul 11, 2025
Dive into a candid exploration of navigating perimenopause and its unexpected weight changes. Discover personal anecdotes on weight loss challenges, the shift to a slow carb diet, and the importance of protein intake. Hear about the complexities of fat loss versus water weight and the need for personalized health strategies. Emphasizing food as fuel rather than comfort, the speaker shares insights on adapting routines and fostering supportive relationships that empower sustainable health. It's a journey of self-discovery and positive lifestyle changes!
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Weight Gain Despite No Habit Change
- Rachel Hollis highlights that many women don't change their habits but still gain weight during perimenopause.
- This underscores the significant impact of hormonal changes on body weight independent of lifestyle.
Motivation Needs Tangible Wins
- Motivation hinges on seeing tangible results from effort.
- Without wins, diet or exercise routines are hard to sustain.
Past Methods May Fail Now
- Perimenopausal bodies change and resist former diets or exercises.
- What worked in the past likely won't work during perimenopause.