5 Surprising Mistakes Women Make After 40 That BLOCK Fat Loss

Chalene Johnson November 9, 2025
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Chalene Johnson

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I'm 57 years young (level 57!) After selling millions of workout videos, what once worked for me no longer did. Women in this season don't have time for fads or BS. I am committed to helping women look and feel their best in this phase of their lives! Welcome to the After Party Queenagers! I drop video versions of my Podcast, The Chalene Show, every Sunday. When you Subscribe, you will receive 3 years of good hair days. Money Back Guarantee. Tell me about you! Collabs [email protected]

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Losing weight after 40 can feel impossible — you’re eating clean, exercising, and still not seeing results. In this episode, Chalene breaks down the real reasons midlife women struggle to lose weight, from hormone changes and muscle loss to hidden calorie mistakes and the cardio trap. You’ll learn science-backed strategies to boost metabolism, balance hunger hormones, and build strength that lasts. These are practical, proven tips for women in their 40s, 50s, and 60s who want lasting weight loss, more energy, and real body confidence. 🎯 Need a clinician who is trained in women's health and accepts insurance? MIDI Health! 👉https://chalene.com/MIDI 💡What You Will Learn - Why guessing calories keeps you stuck - Cardio vs strength training for lasting results - How estrogen and ghrelin affect hunger - Natural ways to quiet food noise - How to eat, lift, and live like a healthy woman over 40 🎯Related Links: - Phase It!! A Personalized Plan to Fit Your Life 👉Go to https://phaseitup.com - Free Guide To Help Choose a Clinician 👉 https://myselfagain.com/choose-clinician/ - Get the No-BS FREE Guide to Supplements 👉 https://phaseitup.com/stack/ - List Of Supplements That Help With Hunger: --- Vitamin D --- Magnesium - https://chalene.com/mag --- Omega-3 fatty acids --- Berberine - https://chalene.com/bbt --- Ashwagandha --- Fiber - https://chalene.com/fiber --- Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) --- Calcium + Vitamin D 🤓Related Episodes: 8 Natural Appetite Suppressants That Work BETTER Than Ozempic?! https://youtu.be/_7GX1UFp7tU?si=mVLUzRqLqtVdRxDq Weights vs Cardio? Women Over 40 Get This Wrong! with Dr. Vonda Wright https://youtu.be/je8dYQs--_Q?si=0vfWel5X5RfHw1Y5 BELLY FAT GONE! The #1 Way to Get Rid of Menopause Belly Fat for GOOD https://youtu.be/SRBGhDj13LI?si=tXSd4VDRZRjRib4U 🧐Reaserch: - Effects of Resistance Training Volume on Physical Function Lean Body Mass and Lower Body Muscle Hypertrophy and Strength in Older Adults https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39405023/ - The Placebo Response of Injectable GLP-1 Receptor Agonists vs Oral https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26935973/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4917794/ ======================== For more resources and tips, join me on Patreon ➜ http://chalene.com/more And don't forget to join my weekly newsletter for lifestyle tips and deals of the week: ➜ https://chalene.com/newsletter Let’s Connect... Website ➜ https://chalene.com Instagram: ➜ https://www.instagram.com/chalenejohnson TikTok: ➜ https://www.tiktok.com/@chalenejohnson

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