Cheryl’s 4-Week Shred: 12 Pounds Down, 11% Body Fat and 11.5 Inches Lost

Mastering Menopause

August 25, 2025 ∙ 38 mins
Episode 238

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In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I sit down with my client Cheryl Vaillancourt to share her incredible results from the 4-Week Summer Shred. Cheryl lost over 12 pounds, dropped her body fat from 43% to 32%, and shrunk by 11.5 inches, while completely transforming her habits and mindset.

We dive into the realities of an aggressive approach, including how re-feeds supported her progress, what it was like to adapt to lower calories, and the  lessons she learned about true hunger cues. 

Cheryl opens up about the challenges, the wins, and the community support that made all the difference. She shares how she’s been able to maintain her results without regaining the weight.

She’s absolutely thrilled with her results and has generously offered to chat with anyone who wants to know what it was really like to do this, and what it’s like working with us inside the program.

If you’ve ever wondered whether a short-term aggressive approach can actually deliver long-term success for women in midlife, this episode will show you how it’s done.

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Mastering Menopause

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238

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August 25, 2025

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38 mins
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    Today I am excited to introduce you to Danny Matranga, a personal trainer and coach, who gave a presentation at the Real Coaches Summit about the harmful effects of alcohol on health and body composition, particularly for women in the menopausal age range. They discuss the impact of alcohol on sleep, stress, and various health […]

  • Rene Nelson: Mastering her menopause journey and getting amazing results!

    How Renee mastered her menopause journey Imagine waking up one morning, looking in the mirror, and finally, liking what you see. That’s not just a dream—it's a reality for Renee. After doing the free 5 Day Menopot Meltdown Challenge and then joining our 90 Day Mastering Menopause Method at Katalyst Fitness and Nutrition, she transformed […]

  • Elise Tzurkov-Breaking beliefs and busting myths in peri/menopause.

    In this conversation, Elise and I discuss the current state of coaching in the perimenopause and menopause space. We address the polarizing opinions and the need for a client-centered approach. We also talk about the importance of integrity and supporting other coaches. We emphasize the need for women to invest in themselves and prioritize their […]

  • Jim Hallinan Coaching Strategies For Success: Lifestyle, Mindset And Core Values

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  • Aram Grigorian on the coaching industry and weight loss for women in menopause.

    Today I was joined by Aram Grigorian founder of the Real Coaches Summit and someone who's content I always get great value from. You may know him as @ 4weeks2thebeach .  Aram shared his vision behind the "Real Coaches Summit," aiming to unite coaches in providing accessible education and individualized solutions. We did a deep […]

  • Always bloated? You may have food intolerances.

    This was my experience when I was 47 and going through perimenopause. Booking clients for April, fill out this coaching application and we'll set up a call.https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp Thank 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 we can help […]

  • Want the fastest fat loss results? Ditch the booze!

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  • How to be successful with body comp transformation long term.

    More important than macros and workouts! Yes, those 2 things drive the physical changes to your body, but without a mindset shift of your self beliefs, future thinking towards the person you want to become, those changes won't be sustainable. Here's the link to Jump Start, my 4 week group coaching program for $249 that […]

  • Optavia Exposed: The truth behind the methodology.

    Why I would not recommend Optavia. Especially for women in menopause who are  seeking sustainable weight loss. Details on Jump Start for March 18th https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/jumpstart Thank 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 we can help you on your […]

  • Jessi Sadler-Breathwork Techniques

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  • How under eating is keeping you from your goals.

    This may seem counter intuitive, but did you know that always dieting,  always trying to be in a deficit, will actually prevent women from reaching their goals?! Especially if you are in menopause! Listen for: Why that happens andWhat you can do instead. Use this link for the calculator that I used. https://plan.katalystfitness.net/ You can […]

  • The Menopause Weight Loss Hack

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  • Rapid Fat Loss-How I lost 4 pounds in 2 weeks, this isn't for everybody!

    I did exactly what I tell MOST women not to do! Today I’m going to discuss my 2 week aggressive fat loss phase basically a rapid fat loss protocol. I was able to do this because I’ve built up  my metabolism by NOT dieting for almost 6 months. I was in a place that allowed […]

  • I spent the last 5 months NOT Tracking Macros-Here’s what happened…

    I stopped tracking macros for 5 months-here’s what happened. I’ve been tracking calories pretty regularly in My Fitness Pal for the past 10 years or so, always trying to stay in my calorie budget, not paying attention to where those calories came from.  I didn’t actually start tracking macros until September of 2019. I didn’t […]

  • If you're unable to lose weight in menopause you need to hear this!

    This may piss you off: It’s not your hormones, it’s not menopause, it’s not your age. I talk to women everyday that are dealing with unwanted belly fat, weight gain, fatigue, lack of energy and motivation, digestion issues (bloating and constipation), difficulty sleeping, hair loss, low libido and mood swings. It’s your lifestyle… Thinking menopause […]

  • Susan Salenger Author Of Sidelined: How Women Can Navigate a Broken Healthcare System

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  • How to Rock Your Weight Loss Journey in 2024

    Happy New Year! Instead of preparing to throw everything out of your pantry and embark on an ambitious workout routine, you can do this instead to rock your weight loss journey in 2024.  First of all, I would reflect on your health Journey so far and assess what worked and what didn't work.  What are […]

  • How we use a 3 phase approach for successful weight/fat loss.

    The true transformation in a weight loss journey is the mindset shift rather than just physical changes. Katalyst Fitness uses three phases in a transformation process: the primer phase,  accelerated fat loss phase, and maintenance phase. Spending time in maintenance is crucial for successful weight loss as it revives the metabolism and teaches proper habits […]

  • How to avoid the bloat from holiday foods.

    Holiday foods can often lead to bloating, leaving us feeling uncomfortable and lethargic. Here's how you can both manage and prevent this issue: Move More: A mini trampoline or dancing to your favorite music can help stimulate digestion. If you prefer walking, add a bit of hip wiggle for extra effect. Yoga Poses: Knees-to-chest, happy […]

  • 5 simple ways that you can lose weight this month without counting calories!

    Looking to shed some weight this month without the stress of counting calories? Here are five practical strategies: Prioritize Protein: Aim for three protein-rich meals daily. Protein not only provides essential nutrients but also suppresses your appetite, helping you avoid calorie-laden snacks. Home-cooked Meals: Try to eat at home from Monday through Friday, reserving high-calorie […]

  • Building a home gym on a budget, supplements and my favorite purchase this year!

    In this week's episode, we took a look at some Black Friday deals. We started with home gym equipment and then moved onto supplements and then talked about my favorite purchase of the year. This was a game changer for me this year! Link for walking pad https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C4S1F7Z1/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_P7S1X4FVS8ZCHG1SWE00?linkCode=ml1&tag=kathycote-20&th=1 Thank you so much for listening, please […]

  • Client Transformation: How Angie went from stuck and gaining weight to losing 14 lbs and 14.5 inches in 12 weeks!

    𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐞'𝐬 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲 😍  𝐒𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐬 𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝟏𝟒 𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟏𝟒.𝟓 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐥 so far 𝐢𝐧 𝟑 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐬. Angie sought our help out of frustration. She was working out hard at the gym, eating around 1500 calories on average and just not seeing results. She wanted to see the muscle she was working so hard to […]

  • What are the best exercises for building muscle in menopause?

    I focus all my training programs off of The Big 5: Squat variationsDeadlift variationsRowBench pressOverhead Press Here's how to incorporate those into a 3 day a week or 4 day a week training program. Check out my social media on FB or Insta for Black Friday Deals!  Thank you so much for listening, please share […]

  • Can't lose weight in menopause? Maybe it's your thyroid, here's what to look for.

    It's very common for women to experience thyroid issues when we are transitioning through the stages of menopause. This is largely due to stress. As our hormones change we are in a stressed state, add to that dieting and lifestyle practices and that's a recipe for issues with the thyroid! In this episode I talk […]

  • It's my Birthday Week! Recap of being 55, what this last year looked like for me.

    It's Scorpio season! With my birthday coming up this week I sat and reflected on everything that has happened to me this past year, personally and business wise. It's been a year!  I don't usually make a big deal out of my birthday but, you can bet, with my birthday being on a Wednesday, I […]

  • Self Compassion: How to Improve Your Mental Health and Wellbeing in Menopause

    Today, we're going to be diving into mindset and something that has helped me a ton.  We're going to be talking about self compassion. And that is definitely something that is easier said than done for women. We tend to be really hard on ourselves and very self-critical, but it is actually a life changer […]

  • Macros part 2 How and Why to set up a maintenance/health phase, fat loss and build phase

    This is part 2 of Macros and Menopause In this episode I discuss how to set up a health/maintenance phase and why I start MOST clients here. How to set up an effective fat loss phase and lastly, my favorite, a build phase! I have a 4 week program starting 10/30Set yourself up for a […]

  • Tracking macros made easy, use these 2 strategies!

    Finishing up the series on macros. How to make tracking macros easy! I talked about my strategies to make tracking macros easy and get you off your phone, playing macros Tetris! I have a 4 week program starting 10/30Set yourself up for a healthy and happy holiday season. Lose weight by the new year without […]

  • Menopause and Macros: Everything you need to know on why and how to use macros in menopause, Part 1 of 2

    Menopause and Macros Part 1 of 2In this series we are going deep on everything macros. In today's episode I discuss:What are macros? How to leverage macros in menopause.How to get started.Why each macro is important.How to set your macros for optimal health. Use this calculator link to get your macro calorie recommendations: https://plan.katalystfitness.net Thank […]

  • Weight Loss and Fitness for Tall Women; a conversation with our client Cynthia

    This was an interesting conversation with one of our clients Cynthia around tall women on their health and weight loss journey. How the fitness industry is skewed towards the "average" 5'4" 150 lb woman and how weight and fitness are different for those that are above average!  I would love to hear your comments on […]

  • Menopause Awareness Month: Simple Steps You Can Take In Menopause

    October is menopause awareness month. This episode is to celebrate the fact that there are now more conversations about menopause, it's no longer a taboo subject. In this episode I talk about the basics and what you can do to help YOURSELF as you are going through the stages of menopause. There is so much […]

  • Amy Vetters-What it takes to be an IFBB Bikini Pro

    Today I'm very excited to be joined by Amy Vetters, an IFBB Bikini Pro. Amy is going to give us a behind the scenes look at just what it takes to be a successful competitor while also focusing on health and wellness AND running 2 successful businesses at the same time! Hear how she stays […]

  • Clare Morrow IFBB Pro- Menopause, Hormones and Peptides

    Join me with special guest Clare Morrow, an IFBB Pro and author of Fluffy to Fit, for a conversation about all things menopause! Training, diet, hormones, peptides and more, this episode is jam packed with information! Follow Clare Morrow on:Instagram https://www.instagram.com/claremorrow_ifbbpro/Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@claremorrow_ifbbproWebsite https://claremorrow.com/fitness-favoritesYou Tube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_ffBp1QdoIoy9ebkyGCJ1Q Thank you so much for listening, please share with […]

  • Catherine Staffieri RD/N Nutrition Manager at Nutrisense: Tracking glucose levels to monitor health in menopause.

    On this episode I'm joined by Catherine Staffieri. We discuss blood glucose and the impact on your health, especially during menopause. Using a CGM (continuous glucose monitor) you can see the impact that your diet and training has on your blood glucose and Catherine discusses why it can be  helpful to know that information. Catherine […]

  • The Mastering Menopause Method: Insights from Victoria's Remarkable Transformation Journey

    Meet Victoria, our incredible client who has achieved remarkable results with the Mastering Menopause Method 🙌 Her mindset, her body recomp, her hair and her sleep have all gone through some incredible and significant changes! Victoria had a background in keto and Carnivore diets, consuming less than 5g of carbs daily. We created a personalized […]

  • Dr. Anshul Gupta: 3 Steps to Reverse Hashimoto's: Lose Weight, End Fatigue and Reduce Brain Fog

    In today's episode, we have a special guest, Dr. Anshul Gupta, a Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician with advanced certification in Functional Medicine. Dr. Gupta has helped thousands of patients reverse their health issues using functional medicine concepts. He is also the best-selling author of "Reversing Hashimoto's: A 3-Step Process for Losing Weight, Ending Fatigue, and […]

  • How to use Nutrition Periodization to Lose Weight in Menopause

    Phase 1: Primer/Maintenance Phase Importance of accurate tracking, proper sleep, digestion improvement, and stress management  for metabolism repair and restoration Balancing macronutrients, especially prioritizing protein intake Implementing a progressive weight training phase incorporating progressive overload Reducing excessive cardio to minimize unnecessary stress on the body Use this link to calculate your maintenance calories: https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/jumpstart Phase […]

  • Your guide to thriving in menopause, access all my free resources!

    My mission is to help women thrive in menopause by providing information in an easy to understand and digest manner.   I know how overwhelming it can be with the changes your body is going through and how much conflicting information there is out there. It really doesn't have to be so complicated.  This is […]

  • Macros and Menopause Master Class: How to leverage macros in menopause

    This week I did a master class on macros and menopause, and I thought I would share it with you! During this interactive Zoom meeting Kathy discussed various topics related to macros and their role in optimizing nutrition during menopause. She explained that macros are the different components of calories, including fats, carbs, and proteins. […]

  • Top 3 mistakes that make losing weight in menopause harder and what you can do instead.

    Top 3 mistakes women are making that make losing weight in menopause harder. We’ll go over why these mistakes are impacting your weight and keeping you stuck in the vortex of always putting in effort and not seeing results and what you can do instead.  Thank you so much for listening, please share with a […]

  • Menopause, Exercise and Cardiometabolic Health

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  • William Grazione: Navigating Metabolic Adaptation in Menopause

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  • Are YOU the Reason You Can't lose Weight?

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  • Mindset and Weight Loss-Laurie Delgado

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  • Why You're Not Losing Weight On 1200 Calories

    Are you trying to adhere to a 1200 calorie diet? Are you sure you're actually in a deficit for the week overall? Maybe being good all week and then blowing it out on the weekends?  Here is a strategy to get you out of the cycle of not losing weight or gaining and losing the same weight […]

  • Mastering My Fitness Pal: The 10-Minute Weekly Planning Method I Use for Successful Fat Loss.

    I help women in their 40's and 50's overcome the challenges of weight loss during menopause. In this weeks podcast, I'll share my simple yet effective method for planning your entire week (weekends too!) in My Fitness Pal in less than 10 minutes. By learning how to use this powerful app to its fullest potential, […]

  • Victoria Pawelczyk: From Extreme Restriction and Stuck to Liberated and Losing 9 lbs and 12 inches in 9 Weeks

    Victoria's transformation with Katalyst Fitness and Nutrition is nothing short of amazing! Years of restrictive diets, culminating in the past 3 years of extreme intermittent fasting and a strict keto diet, and working out 5-6 days a week with minimal results, she decided enough was enough.  We brought her on with Coach Lori Longo, and […]

  • Alison Jones, down 30 lbs and 33.5 inches, hear how she did it!

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  • When and How to Implement an Effective Weight Loss Phase: My Fat Loss Phase Take 2

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  • My Fitness Pal Strategies for Effective Fat Loss

    2 effective strategies using My Fitness Pal that you can use for at loss. This is exactly what I do in a fat loss phase and what my most successful clients do! Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to […]

  • How Kristina shrunk her body by losing 24.75 inches and 8 lbs in 2 months

    Meet our client Kristina Pullen. She has been working with us at Katalyst Fitness and Nutrition and Coach Natalie Bedard for 8 weeks. She has lost 8 lbs and a whopping 24.5 inches!  Hear in her own words her experience and what it's like to make your dreams into a reality. From coach Natalie:  The […]

  • Not Losing Weight in a Deficit? Why You Can't Trust Restaurant Menus.

     You can't trust what you see on restaurant menus. Have you ever been out to eat and ordered something you believed to be healthy, only to find out later that it's loaded with calories? Well, you're not alone. It's no secret that nutrition facts on restaurant menus can be deceiving. In fact, a recent study […]

  • Rachel's client testimonial, how she lost 17 lbs and 18" in menopause and is rocking a bikini again!

    Hear how our client Rachel at Katalyst Fitness and Nutrition lost 17 lbs and 18" and is rocking her clothes and a bikini again! Working with Coach Lori Longo she has learned how to lose weight sustainably, even while she went on 2 trips, one to Israel and another one to Mexico! Putting on muscle […]

  • Always on a diet but not seeing progress? Here's why!

    Are you Stuck in a cycle of always dieting, but never getting the results you want? Not looking toned with more definition and just holding on to stubborn belly fat? Then this weeks podcast is for you! The average woman diets twice a year, some start in their teens, others start in their 20’s. These […]

  • Dana's experience with Jump Start and working with Coach Lori losing 10 lbs and 24.5 inches!

    This is our client Dana's experience working with Katalyst Fitness and Nutrition. As a lot of women who are going through the changes in menopause, she found herself struggling. Cutting calories and working out but not seeing any results.  She started in Jump Start, our 6 week program and transitioned to working with Coach Lori. […]

  • Bonnie Campbell RD on Gut Health

    Bonnie Campbell is a Registered Dietitian (RD), with a masters in nutrition. She is the Founder of The Nourished Path and  she uses macros and nutrition as a way to help her clients lose weight in a sustainable way. She started working as an online nutrition coach for Stronger U Nutrition in 2017, and in […]

  • Dr. Valerie Cacho on Sleep Disorders for Women in Menopause

    Dr. Valerie Cacho is an integrative sleep medicine specialist (MD), wellness consultant, and writer. Her interests and expertise include: diagnosing and treating medical sleep disorders during perimenopause and menopause, women's sleep concerns, mind-body approaches to insomnia, self-compassion training, clinical hypnotherapy, and promoting sleep health and wellness. She is the president and founder of Sleep Life […]

  • Steven Kotler on Peak Performance and Aging

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  • Nikkiey Stott on Mindset, Macros and Training for Women over 40 in Menopause

    Please welcome Nikkiey Stott CEO of WarriorBabe for a discussion on fitness for women over 40 going through menopause. Some topics we talked about: -Nikkiey's experience in bodybuilding and how it shaped who she is today-Why eating less and exercising more is hurting your progress, especially as you are going through menopause-Your life isn't over once […]

  • Sam Miller on Menopause, Metabolism and Hormones

    Sam Miller is a the best selling author of Metabolism Made Simple and he's also my mentor. I, as well as my coaches and hundreds of other coaches have taken his course The Functional Nutrition and Metabolism Specialization.He’s also the podcast host of Sam Miller Science which I listen to regularly. Sam has more than […]

  • Weight loss vs Fat Loss, what's the difference?

    In today's episode, we're talking about the differences between weight loss and fat loss. Many of you may not realize that  "weight loss" and "fat loss"  are not  the same thing. I know it’s hard to focus on health when all you want to do is lose weight in menopause, however, if we can focus […]

  • Morgan Malin on the Lymphatic System, Massage and Dry Brushing

    Join me and my special guest Morgan Malin. Morgan explains the Lymphatic system, how to use lymphatic draining massage and shows us a dry brushing technique that we can do at home. She also went over some gentle movements that you can do to promote the draining of the lymphatic system, please see the YouTue […]

  • Jen Kons' experience with Katalyst Fitness and Nutrition

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  • Dry January Recap-The benefits of no alcohol

    Top benefits of dry january Impact on thyroid Sleep, Energy Clear eyes and clear thinking  More productive, Less naps Know I can do hard things although it wasn’t that hard in the end Breaking a belief system Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an […]

  • Kristin Schroeder-Down 26" and 10 lbs. Gaining confidence and strength, trading Cross Fit for at home workouts.

    Meet Kristin Schroeder, one of our clients at Katalyst Fitness and Nutrition working with Coach Sandy.  Hear about her experience, how she has gained confidence and strength, trading Cross Fit for workouts at home. Way to go Kristin! Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss […]

  • Chris Shatek: Sober Coach Chris on dry January and gaining sobriety for good.

    This year I'm doing dry January so I thought I would reach out to Chris Shatek, a sober coach for advice. If you're contemplating giving up alcohol or are sober curious, check out this episode! Chris Shatek Sober Life Coach 651-357-5183SoberCoachChris.comWhat to do if a craving hits: https://www.loom.com/share/88748114c96f44e6a725704c2ed04660Join Chris' Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/iwantfreedomfromalcohol/Follow Chris on Instagram […]

  • How Lucie Roy lost 12.75 inches, 9lbs. and is feeling better than ever!

    Listen to our client Lucie Roy’s experience with Katalyst Fitness and Nutrition and Coach Natalie so far, losing 12.75 inches and 9 lbs to date.She has more energy, she’s sleeping better than ever, the aches and pains have disappeared, she has decreased her body fat significantly and she’s just happier overall!  She has been released […]

  • Ditch the Diet Mindset with guest Ari Cohen

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  • Lori Colbert, testimonial: Turning 50 and rocking it!

    I'm so pleased to introduce to you Lori Colbert! This lady is a true rockstar and the changes that she made in 2022 and turning 50 are amazing. She has a completely new attitude and mindset about the scale, weight loss and her relationship with food.  More importantly though, her mindset, attitude and relationship with […]

  • Dr. Michael Green the CMO of byWinona, online HRT for women in menopause.

    Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Michael Green, OB/GYN  from byWinona  The goal at Winona is to empower women to make the second half of life better than the first by providing telehealth services and prescribing our personalized bioidentical treatments to women on their menopause journey. When should you start HRT? What symptoms to look for? What […]

  • Ricky Brandon from Hormone Balance Centers on HRT for women, thyroid and more.

    I'm so excited to introduce you to Ricky Brandon Ricky Brandon is a health and wellness advocate. He and his wife Candy started Hormone Balance Centers based outside of Salt Lake City Utah because they could not find the high level of care they needed for their own family. After years of searching, thousands of hours […]

  • Jump Start Testimonial

    Here’s a quick 90 second testimonial on Jump Start! She’s sleeping better, has more energy, wakes up refreshed, digestion has improved and she's loving the workouts. Plus, she lost 3 lbs eating more!  Registration closes 1/8 at 5pm EST, no exceptions!https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/jumpstart Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so […]

  • Why I'm doing dry January (no alcohol this month!)

    Why I’m doing dry January this month! Earlier this month I came across an article by  Dr. Brooke Kalanick, I'll link it in the show notes and shared it with my clients as well. It really got me to thinking more seriously about the effect alcohol has on my body, especially as I’m going through […]

  • Hormones, Metabolism and Weight Loss in Menopause

    We will all experience the hormonal fluctuations as we transition through menopause, your lifestyle, nutrition and exercise will influence your hormones, negatively or positively. I was doing what I thought you were supposed to do, eat less and exercise more, fasting, eating very low calories during the week and doing a ton of cardio. Once […]

  • Keri Noeske: From Struggling to Success: Losing 27 Inches so Far and Transforming Her Physique

    It is possible to transform your body and lose a significant amount of inches without giving up the foods you love, including cheese. This is what Keri did using the Menopot Meltdown Method at Katalyst Fitness and Nutrition. She used a combination of regular physical activity, healthy eating habits, and consistent effort. Here are some […]

  • How I lost Weight in Menopause

    Recently someone commented on a post asking me how I lost weight in menopause. It's been awhile since I told my story but before I tell you how I lost my weight in menopause I think it's only fair to tell you what I was dealing with in peri menopause and what brought me to […]

  • What I wish women knew about losing weight in menopause

    Most women think they have to slash calories and do cardio to lose weight in menopause. I talk to women every single day  who are eating 1200 calories,, cutting out carbs and working out 5-6 days a week…⁣ ⁣Then they have the expectation that when they step on that scale, it is going to be […]

  • Kassandra Schidemantle How she gained muscle and lost 10lbs of fat and 17.25 in.

    How Kassie has transformed her body by gaining muscle and losing 10 lbs of fat and 17.25 inches of her frame. She did this without starving or depriving herself and by hitting the weights 3-4x a week, no cardio, just daily steps. Hear how the process has been for her so far, starting with Jump […]

  • Diet Breaks, the what, the why and the how.

    For our clients success we use phases throughout their journey.  An important tool that we use is a diet break. This is to eliminate diet fatigue, the stress from dieting itself, bringing back hormones and the metabolism and enables us to work around special events or holidays as well. Diet breaks are also helpful for […]

  • How Deb Bourassa came off her meds, lost 7 lbs and 20.5 in. with our program & Coach Sandy Mendoza.

    Our client Deb Bourassa talks about how the Menopot Meltdown Method process has worked for her. She has come off of her blood pressure and anti anxiety meds, increased her muscle and has lost 20.5 inches and 7 lbs so far! All this was accomplished with eating more food, not less! Thank you so much […]

  • Scholarship Winner Debra Radcliff

    This past week we have given over 5k away in prizes and scholarhips! Debra Radcliff was the winner of 3 months of 1:1 coaching at Katalyst Fitness and Nutrition using the 90 day Menopot Meltdown Method.  Hear from Coach Sandy, Coach Natalie and Coach Lori why they picked Debra to win! Thank you so much […]

  • How Alison Jones has lost 12 lbs and 12 inches in 8 weeks!

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  • Shawn Needham, a compounding pharmacist and health advocate on HRT for women

    Today I had the pleasure of speaking with Shawn Needham, a compounding pharmacist and owner of Moses Lake Pharmacy in Washington. He is very knowledgeable about hormones and we discussed HRT and testosterone for women in menopause. Shawn and his wife Janet, (also a pharmacist) own Moses Lake Professional Pharmacy, which is a specialized compounding […]

  • How Tammy Plett lost 8 lbs and 13" in 3 months at 59 years young!

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  • Anna "Rockstar" Wilson on her 60 lb weight loss and surgery

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  • How our client Roni has lost 8 inches and 3 lbs in 10 weeks by eating MORE and exercising LESS!

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  • The Power of Protein in Menopause: How I leaned out in 24 days

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  • Dr. Shelly Burns on Perimenopause, Training and HRT

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  • Kathleen Trotter: Author of Finding your Fit and Your Fittest Future Self

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  • Macros 101, the what, the why and the how on tracking macros!

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  • New month, new Goals, I love a September Reboot!

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  • The Benefits of Weight Training in Menopause and How To Get Started

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  • 6 Things You Can Do To Lose Weight in Menopause

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  • Weight Training for Women in menopause. If you're not working your muscles, you're losing them!

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  • Overcoming Cravings for women in menopause. 4 reasons why you have those late night munchies.

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  • Do You Need To Track Macros to Lose Weight?

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  • Why Protein is Important, Especially For Women Over 40

    Being a woman in midlife means you’re way more likely to be losing muscle than gaining it. As we get older we don’t have the same level of muscle protein synthesis that we once did.  We actually require more protein, especially during menopause, where we have a decline in estrogen, increase in cortisol, and decrease […]

  • Parasympathetic breathing to calm your mind and body.

    The parasympathetic system controls your rest, relax, and digest response. When the parasympathetic system is dominant, your breathing slows, your heart rate drops, your blood pressure lowers, and your body is brought back into a calm and healing state. Putting your body in a parasympathetic state is easier than you might think; Here are Step-by-step […]

  • How to Lose Fat and Get Toned

    Are you still doing a ton of cardio? Are you walking/biking/running everyday for miles and nothing is happening anymore? Let's talk about the benefits of trading cardio for lifting to get toned!Jump Start, a 6 week nutrition and exercise reboot:https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/jumpstart To contact me: https://bit.ly/kathykatalyst To apply for one on one coaching:https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/booknow Follow me on   […]

  • Not Losing Weight on Your Diet? You May Need a Reverse Diet.

    Many women come to me frustrated with their weight loss journey, unable to lose weight even though they are eating very little. Here's what you can do! Online calorie calculator: http://plan.katalystfitness.net Jump Start, a 6 week nutrition and exercise reboot:https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/jumpstart To contact me: https://bit.ly/kathykatalyst To apply for one on one coaching:https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/booknow Follow me on   […]

  • Execution: It’s not complicated, but it does take effort.

    It’s our job to do the things necessary in order to make progress. Whether that’s meal prep, having a night routine, building habits, whatever it is, it has to get done. It’s not complicated, but it does take effort.  You can have the best workout routine and meal plan in the world, if you don't […]

  • My experience with HRT (Hormone Replacement Therapy)

    This week we're talking about my personal experience with HRT. I am 54 years old going through menopause and I thought I would share with you. I am not advocating for, nor am I against HRT. I'm just telling you what I have experienced for myself so far. If you have any questions please let […]

  • How to Hit Your Protein Goals

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  • 5 lifestyle and behavior shifts for health.

    We all can agree that nutrition is a large part of any weight loss journey, however, your behaviors & lifestyle all play a major role in your health and fitness journey.  And, it’s the stuff that MOST of the population tries to ignore or push aside.  This is the difference between just being fit and […]

  • When To Take A Break From Dieting

    If you have been dieting for 12+ weeks it may be time to take a break. Here are some symptoms to look out for.You're always thinking about food.You have no energy.You're no longer seeing progress. Here's the link for the Master Class: How to lose weight in your 40's and  50's without giving up wine […]

  • Why Your Body Isn't Changing

    There are many reasons why you're not seeing results in spite of all your hard work and effort. Here are 7 of the main reasons. Here's the link for the Master Class: How to lose weight in your 40's and  50's without giving up wine or chocolate.  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/masterclass-1431 To contact me: https://bit.ly/kathykatalyst To apply for […]

  • Sleep Benefits for Health

    There are many benefits of sleeping as well as negative effects if you are not sleeping well. I discuss both of those along with some tips to improve your sleep and your health. To contact me: https://bit.ly/kathykatalyst To apply for one on one coaching:https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/booknow Follow me on    YouTube   Instagram   Facebook TikTokcheck out my blogs […]

  • Is Your Diet and Exercise Program Helping You or Hurting You?

    When we think of stress we think of things that make a stressed like emails from our boss or family crisis or even somebody just cutting us off in the road but stress comes in many different forms.  Having too many calories or even not enough calories is a stress on the body. Your body […]

  • Why is it so hard to lose 5 pounds?

    Here's the link for the calorie calculator: https://plan.katalystfitness.net Here's the link for Jump Start, a 6 week nutrition and exercise reboot. We start Monday, April 4th, registration closes 8pm 4/3  https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/jumpstart To contact me: https://bit.ly/kathykatalyst To apply for one on one coaching:https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/booknow Follow me on    YouTube   Instagram   Facebook TikTokcheck out my blogs at https://katalystfitness.net […]

  • Cortisol and Stress

    I’m sure you’re not surprised to hear that stress  has a huge impact on your hormones, your body, and your overall health. Stress has very real, physical effects on your body, and that’s because of the hormone cortisol. Your body is releasing cortisol too frequently and that impacts everything in your body.  To contact me: […]

  • Skinny Fat-What is it and How to Fix It

    Skinny fat refers to someone who has too little muscle mass and too much body fat.  People who are skinny fat often look normal or even skinny when wearing clothes, but look soft, weak, and flabby underneath. You can become skinny fat by making diet and training mistakes. Severely restricting your calories, under eating protein, […]

  • Gut Health: 4 Ways to Support a Healthy Gut

    Our gut health has implications beyond healthy digestion; the state of our gut health can also regulate our mood, immune response and predisposition to weight gain.  The gut relies on just the right balance of different bacteria to digest our food and to prevent infection and inflammation.   The integrity of our gut lining can […]

  • The Pros and Cons of 3 Popular Diets

    Pros and cons of popular diets A diet is a way to control calories to reach fat loss or health goals. You don’t need a fad diet or a diet with a label to achieve those goals. Your circumstances and current health or state of your metabolism should be taken into consideration when choosing a […]

  • The One Thing That Will Make Or Break Successful Weight Loss

    There's one thing that I recommend to all my clients. The ones that do this one thing are the ones that have been and are the most successful. The ones that don't do this one thing struggle to get results. It's the one thing that will make or break results with weight loss efforts. If […]

  • A 3 day and 4 day Training Program for Women

    Let's get into the differences between a three-day week and a four-day-a-week program and then I'll go into the 5-day a week program as well at the end. First off,  the workout that you can stick to is the one that's going to be the most effective. If you only have 3 days a week […]

  • How To Get Toned: Why Your Beach Body Workout Isn't Working

    Here you are working out 6 days a week to the new Beach Body program that just came out or cueing up your 5th Peloton workout of the week and committing to eating 1200 calories or less a day and nothing is happening, nothing. No weight loss and no sexy toned muscles. That toned and […]

  • How Can You Tell If You Are Under Eating?

    Almost every day I’m having conversations with women who are consistently not eating enough food for their daily needs or/activity levels, they have no idea how much food they can actually eat in a day. They don’t know how to eat to support their health and work towards their goals and they don’t understand the […]

  • Mindset and Menopause: Change Your Mindset to Create the Life You Want

    When it comes to our mindset during menopause, a lot of us have adapted the “fixed mindset”. Phrases like “I can’t lose weight in menopause” or “menopause sucks” or “it’s my hormones, why even try?” come up fairly often in conversations I have with women. Try adapting a growth mindset around menopause, those phrases could […]

  • New Years Diets, Gut Health and Alcohol with Paige Knapp

    Today’s guest is Paige Knapp, she is a friend of mine who is also  a NASM personal trainer & health coach.  She helps women balance their hormones, heal their guts and get strong without crazy cardio or calorie counting. She is currently pursuing her Masters of Human Nutrition & Functional Medicine at the University of […]

  • Use this goal setting exercise for your New Years' resolutions.

    Happy New Year! What is the New Year without some shiny new goals?  Here is a simple exercise that you can use to create those big picture goals, whether it's being more productive or having a leaner body. Using this process will identify the habits needed to reach those goals and any obstacles that are […]

  • Weight Loss: Is it Hormones? Or Lifestyle?

    A lot of women fear menopause and the hormonal changes that it brings. Menopause is inevitable, we all go through it, however, it doesn't have to be something we fear. Unfortunately, most women don't adapt to their changing bodies and fail to adjust their lifestyle and habits. This in turn has a huge impact on […]

  • What 1800 calories a day looks like.

    What a day of eating 1800 calories looks like.  In previous episodes I’ve talked about macros, calories, and the importance of protein for women and weight loss. Let’s put this all together so you can see what a typical day of eating looks like. First off, you’ll need to figure out how many calories you […]

  • Are Your Weekends Sabotaging Your Progress?

    Are you sabotaging your progress every weekend? I know I was!  Every Monday I would start over, again. I used to be a spin instructor and my Monday morning class was packed and I’d usually start it off by saying "Alright.. it's time to work off those weekend calories!" I was drinking excessively, and basically […]

  • Food Guilt Around the Holidays

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  • Holiday Strategies

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  • How to Set Goals and be Successful

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  • 5 Things That Matter The Most For Fat Loss

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  • Flexible Dieting and Why Fat Loss Sucks

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  • Reverse Dieting: Who It's For and How To Do It

    Reverse dieting , who it’s for and how to do it .  My main focus is going to be on women who have been chronically dieting or under-eating for years, maybe even decades! This is the process that I use for my online clients to bring their metabolism back up so that they can then […]

  • How To Lose Weight In Your 40's and 50's

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  • Six reasons why your body isn't changing.

    Why isn’t your body changing? Here’s 6 reasons why, in spite of you cutting calories and increasing cardio, your body still looks the same. The body will adapt, if you’re no longer losing weight in a deficit, it’s because your body has adapted to those lower calories. Spend some time at maintenance to reset your […]

  • Body Recomposition: How to Lose Fat and Gain Muscle at the Same Time

    Body Recomposition: How to Lose Fat and Gain Muscle at the Same Time Most women trying to lose weight want a toned body, however, Most women who are trying to lose weight focus on hitting a lower number on the scale rather than gaining muscle. Body recomposition is weight loss that emphasizes losing fat and […]

  • Alcohol and Weight Loss

    Can you drink alcohol and lose weight? Sure you can, but it will slow the process down. Now, I’m not anti-alcohol but let’s talk about the impact that alcohol has on weight loss. To contact me: https://bit.ly/kathykatalystTo apply for one on one coaching:https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/booknow Try out my calorie calculator!http://plan.katalystfitness.net For more info on Jump Start, click […]

  • How Many Years Have You Been Dieting?

    How many years have you been dieting?Seriously, how long?  10 years? 20 years?  30 years?  40 years? And yet, you still have faith that “this” time “this” diet will work.  Each time you diet aggressively, you lose muscle, the faster the weight loss, the more of that “weight” loss is muscle. But here’s the thing […]

  • The 3 Most Effective Things For Weight Loss in Menopause

    Today I want to talk about the three things that are more effective than anything else in reaching weight loss goals and then maintaining that weight loss. You might be wondering if it's a killer HIIT workout or a special supplement or diet. Nope, these are three very basic and simple things and they all […]

  • Ruby Cherie: Evidence Based Weight Loss Specialist

    Today’s guest is Ruby Cherie she is a coach that helps women ditch the restriction mindset, get strong and sculpted, building their confidence and losing the fat for for good! I found her on her podcast and I was immediately drawn  to her message and started consuming all her content. You’re going to want to […]

  • Paige Knapp Talks Wellness

    Today’s guest is Paige Knapp, she is a friend of mine who is also  a NASM personal trainer & health coach.  She helps women balance their hormones, heal their guts and get strong without crazy cardio or calorie counting. She is currently pursuing her Masters of Human Nutrition & Functional Medicine at the University of […]

  • Food Choices to Increase or Decrease Calories

    Food choices and how they can make or break your diet. Whatever phase of dieting you are in, whether it’s in a deficit to lose weight or in a surplus to build muscle or reverse diet out of the diet you were just in.  Your food choices will help you feel full and satiated if […]

  • Preparing Your Body For Fat Loss

    To be successful with weight loss, you have to prepare your body, metabolism and mind for that to happen.  Most of us women spend all our time dieting because that’s what “we know’. This is the reason why you are no longer losing weight. Weight loss is a marathon, you don’t just go out and […]

  • The Diet Before the Diet: Reverse Dieting Explained

    Last week I talked about why eating 1200 calories isn't working for you and your weight loss. Here are the steps to take to get you out of the corner you painted yourself into. This is a process called reverse dieting and is usually the diet after the diet to bring you up to maintenance. […]

  • Are you only eating 1200 Calories? Here's WHY you aren't losing weight.

    If you're only eating 1200 calories (or less!) and not losing weight, this episode is for you! To contact me: https://bit.ly/kathykatalystTo apply for one on one coaching:https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/booknow Follow me on    YouTube   Instagram   Facebook TikTok check out my blogs at Blog Spot Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe […]

  • Aram Grigorian: Weight Loss for Women, Training, Hormones and more!

    Ladies, you're going to love this episode with Aram Grigorian, aka @4weekstothebeach.I absolutely love his approach to fitness, nutrition and coaching. Every time he does a post I instantly think  "I wish I had said that!" We had a great conversation on working with women, training, mindset, myths that are still out there regarding weight […]

  • How to Use My Fitness Pal to Lose Weight in Menopause

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  • Aditi Guha A Hormone Expert Who Helps Women with PCOS

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  • Macros: What Are Macros and How You Can Use Them To Lose Weight

    If you’ve ever followed a specific diet like low carb or keto, then you have unknowingly tracked your macros. What are macros? Macros are macronutrients, the makeup of the calories you are eating in the form of protein, carbs and fats.  Tracking macros instead of tracking calories puts an emphasis on what foods you are […]

  • Jeff Hoehn: Dieting, Training, Reverse Dieting and more!

    I'm so excited for you to hear this conversation that I had with Jeff Hoehn. Jeff and I met at Mind Pump's Train the Trainer event in 2018(?) and we both are currently being coached by Jeremiah Bair. Jeff is a CSCS  Strength and Nutrition Coach and very knowledgeable about nutrition and strength training and […]

  • Struggling with Weight Loss in Menopause? You May Need a Reverse Diet

    Are you struggling with fat loss in menopause and wondering why even though you are eating less and exercising more it just isn't working? Then this episode is for you my friend! My online clients are having this same struggle as well which led them to work with me. I lead them through a reverse […]

  • Intermittent Fasting for Women with Dr. Stephanie Cacic.

    Today I'm joined by Dr. Stephanie Cacic for a conversation about Intermittent Fasting. I get this question almost every day from women looking to lose weight using this protocol. I'm very excited to have Dr. Stephanie Cacic come on and talk about this subject. I've been pretty vocal about why I don't use IF for […]

  • Menopause and The Goldilocks Principle

    Goldilocks principle The Goldilocks principle states that something must fall within certain margins, as opposed to reaching extremes. When the effects of the principle are observed, it is known as the Goldilocks effect. The Goldilocks principle is derived from a children's story "The Three Bears" in which a little girl named Goldilocks finds a house […]

  • Getting Photo Shoot Ready in Menopause: Update

    A quick update on my progress getting photo shoot ready while going through menopause! If you want to get in touch with me please reach out at www.katalystfitness.netBlog Spot   YouTube   Instagram   Facebook Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and subscribe so you don't miss an episode! If you want to […]

  • Fiber: Benefits of Soluble and Insoluble Fiber In Your Diet

    The benefits of soluble fiber include increased satiety (feeling full after eating), as well as improved gut and metabolic health. Insoluble fiber is best known for its ability to regulate digestion and its laxative effects. While soluble fiber slows digestion, insoluble fiber adds bulk to stools and reduces the time it takes for food to […]

  • Lorraine Miano: The Magic of Menopause

    Please welcome Lorraine Miano, she is a certified Health Coach and hormone health expert through The Institute for Integrative Nutrition.  Lorraine offers menopause advocacy, support and resources to women in all phases of menopause through health coaching, proper nutrition and preventive lifestyle choices.   She wrote and published her first book, The Magic of Menopause; A […]

  • You Can't Fitness Your Way Through Menopause

    As we are going through menopause, the name of the game is moderation, we can't fitness our way out of it, in fact, that is ony making things worse. If you're ready to make the changes necessary to your lifestyle and diet to finally lose that menopause weight gain, send me a message.www.katalystfitness.net Follow me […]

  • Jeremiah Bair on How to Optimize Nutrition and Training for Fat Loss

    Today I had a conversation with Jeremiah Bair, he's an online nutrition and training coach and an expert on the science of nutrition and training. He also just so happens to be my nutrition and training coach (and inspired me to become one as well) and is getting me ready for my upcoming photo shoot. […]

  • Menopause Myths

    As women, we are told we just have to deal with our hormones. That it’s normal to be miserable in menopause. Bloating, mood swings, hot flashes, cravings and weight gain are just a part of life for us. Deal with it. We think we’re gaining weight because we’re eating too much and not exercising enough […]

  • 10 Ways To Manage Menopause Symptoms

    10 Ways to Reduce Menopause Symptoms Menopause begins in the late 40s or early 50s for most women and it usually lasts for a few years. At least two-thirds of women will experience symptoms of menopause like hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, irritability and tiredness. On top of all that, menopausal women are at […]

  • From Improv to Pole: Are you stuck in a rut?

    As we get older it's so easy to get stuck in a routine and the same old thing. I was feeling a little stagnant and decided I needed to shake things up a bit! Ladies, it doesn't matter how old you are! It does matter however, how well you take care of your body. Your […]

  • An Interview with Abby Higgins, using 6 foundations to heal your body, especially as we age.

    Today I'm joined by Abby Higgins, a Nutrition Therapy Practitioner. She works with clients and athletes to help support their symptoms and finally heal their body.  She does this by putting a focus on supporting the foundations first, which include nutrition, digestion, blood sugar regulation, fatty acid balance, mineral balance, and hydration.  www.abbyhiggins.comhttps://www.abbyhigginswellness.comhttps://www.instagram.com/abbyhiggins.fntphttps://www.tiktok.com/@abbyhiggins.fntp Follow me […]

  • The Importance of Protein for Women in Peri/Menopause

    Being a woman in midlife means you’re way more likely to be losing muscle than gaining it. As we get older we don’t have the same level of muscle protein synthesis that we once did.  We actually require more protein, especially during menopause, where we have a decline in estrogen, increase in cortisol, and decrease […]

  • Can I get photo shoot ready as I'm going through menopause?

    Can I get photo shoot ready in menopause? After successfully losing weight and doing my first photo shoot in March of 2020, I figured it was time to do another one the first week of July, 2021. Here’s my journey so far and why this may not be the best time for me to get […]

  • Why Your Scale Sucks

    Why Your Scale Sucks- Are you elated when the scale goes down or depressed when it goes up? You are more than just a number on the scale. Your scale only measures one thing—your weight. Your weight can fluctuate every day, sometimes by as much as 5 pounds,  depending on a variety of factors. There […]

  • Stress and Peri/Menopause

    A very large factor to longevity and health is managing stress. It's also, without a doubt, a huge factor affecting women in perimenopause. By managing your stress you can impact your hormones positively and have a smoother ride through the hormonal changes your body is experiencing. Thank you so much for listening, please share with […]

  • Adrenal Fatigue: An Interview with Rachel Espana

    Today I had the pleasure of interviewing my very first guest, my friend Rachel Espana. Rachel is an expert on all things adrenal fatigue., wait until you hear her story. She is a certified holistic Nutrition Consultant and Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition. Her coaching practice focuses on adrenal fatigue.   After overcoming adrenal fatigue herself, she’s […]

  • Weight loss: 3 Common Scenarios of Women Trying to Lose Weight in Peri/Menopause

    These are the 3 most common scenarios that I find with women in their 40's and 50's who are in  peri/menopause and trying to lose weight. I'll go over the Type A Overachiever/Under eaterThe Weekend Binger andThe Unknowing Each one of these types have specific hormone issues that they are typically dealing with and they […]

  • How "eating healthy" may be affecting health in peri/menopausal women.

    “𝐈 𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐲.” This is something that I hear all the time… Eating healthy doesn’t mean you’re eating enough. Or in the proportion your body needs. Typically when someone comes to me saying that they eat healthy it almost always means they are restricting themselves, in one way or another, either calorically or nutritionally. They […]

  • Intermittent Fasting for Perimenopausal Women

    There are some do's and don'ts when it comes to intermittent fasting. It has been shown that IF can be effective for weight loss but use caution if you are in perimenopause.  I go over the benefits of a circadian rhythm fasting style that will be much more beneficial when you are in perimenopause, eliminating […]

  • Four Reasons You're Not Seeing Results in the Gym

    𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭, 𝐰𝐡𝐲 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨? 𝟒 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬. 1. Intention and mindfulness. Are you going to the gym just because you "have" to? 2. You're not taking adequate rest times,  and you're rushing your workout. Half assed effort equals half assed results and we want full ass […]

  • A Strength Training Program For When You're in Perimenopause

    When you're in perimenopause you're training is going to need a change as your body changes. You may notice that what once worked is no longer working for you. Stress is at an all time high and those cardio sessions are doing more harm than good at this point, especially if you're trying to lose […]

  • Episode 2: Perimenopause and Diet, Use Nutrition to Manage Your Symptoms.

    Welcome back, this is the second episode. Today we're going to be talking about diet and how it can help with negative symptoms you might be experiencing in perimenopause. Most women spend 4-8 years here on average, sometimes  more, up to 12  years. Perimenopause can start as early as 35 but the average age is […]

  • Mastering Menopause Episode 1. Does This Sound Like You? Taking a Look at Perimenopause.

    Welcome to Mastering Menopause, I'm Kathy Cote' from Katalyst Fitness and Nutrition and I created this podcast to help women in their 40's and 50's navigate through perimenopause and menopause using nutrition, fitness, lifestyle and mindset. This is an introduction to my experience and how I found these 4 pillars to be a turning point […]

  • 80 Lb Perimenopausal Weight Loss After Corporate Burnout

    Perimenopausal weight loss may seem daunting to some. We hear so much more about perimenopausal weight gain and weight loss resistance.  If you’ve learned diets don’t work the hard way, you’ll identify with my guest. What you may not realize is why the diet isn’t working. A whole food, healthy diet will often work for […]

  • Ep. 182 – Reigniting Desire in Menopause with Susan Bratton

    Today’s episode of Not Your Mother’s Menopause, Dr. Fiona Lovely is joined by the legendary Susan Bratton, “Intimacy Expert to Millions.” We dive deep into the heart of female pleasure, shattering the patriarchal myths that have left so many women feeling broken or bored in the bedroom. Susan brings her signature blend of science, savvy, […]

  • Ep 491 Menopause and Metabolism: What Your Body Really Needs Now

    Learn the physical hunger scale from -2 to +2 that helps menopausal women distinguish true hunger from emotional eating. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/491  

  • #139: The Healing Power of Walking with Linzi Bell

    I spoke with Linzi Bell — adventurer, speaker, and mental health advocate — just days after she completed the Camino Via Francigena: 1,512 miles in just 66 days. Fresh off the trail, our conversation became a moment of deep reflection on the healing power of nature, the emotional honesty that long-distance walking invites, and the […]

  • 228 Good Stress Versus Bad Stress In Menopause with Dr. Sharon Berquist

    In this episode of Hello Hot Flash, host Stephanie Shaw sits down with Dr. Sharon Berquist, a renowned stress management expert and Ph.D. in psychology, to uncover the powerful ways midlife women can use stress to improve their health and overall well-being. What You’ll Learn: • The difference between chronic stress and beneficial (“hormetic”) stress […]

  • Hormone sensitivity: why symptoms aren’t always about low hormones

    In this episode of Meera’s Menopause Podcast, we explore the role of hormone sensitivity during menopause with Paula Rastrick, women’s health practitioner and founder of The Brain Body Method. Together, we break down how your body’s response to hormones—not just your hormone levels—can shape the intensity of your symptoms. If you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause, or […]

  • BPC-157: What Are You Really Buying?

    Karen takes a look at BPC-157, the buzzy peptide touted for faster healing and joint relief, explaining what animal studies actually show, the lack of human clinical trials, and its regulatory reality. Visit our website itchyandbitchy.com to read blog posts on the many topics we have covered on the show.

  • Muscle Mass and Strength Gains After Menopause How Much How Fast?

    If you’ve ever doubted your ability to make muscle mass and strength gains after menopause, this episode is for you. It’s not too late to gain strength and lean muscle mass can be gained at any age—even after 85.   Based on a 2024 Study on Resistance Training in Older Adults by Int. Journal of […]

  • Ep #161: Beyond Calorie Counting: Solutions for Menopausal Weight Gain with Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried

    In this encore episode, Andrea Donsky, a nutritionist with over 20 years of experience, menopause educator, published menopause researcher, and co-founder of WeAreMorphus, sits down with Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried, MD, to discuss Sara's personal experience with weight gain and how she uncovered the connection between diet, hormones, and weight loss in women, particularly during […]

  • Thursday Thoughts – Action Absorbs Anxiety

    On this week's Thursday Thoughts, Lucy and I are talking about a concept promoted by Dan Harris: Action Absorbs Anxiety. This is the idea that taking even the smallest of actions can help to reduce feelings of powerlessness and helplessness, by channelling that restless, stuck energy and shifting it onto something more productive. Polly and […]

  • Aging with Power, (Without an Outage) with Vonda Wright

    We dive into the true science and strategy behind aging with power. We’re busting myths about menopause, metabolism, and muscle, bone and talking strategy for women over 40 who want strength without burnout.  Know how to prevent the physical “outages” that so often follow menopause, injury, or hormonal upheaval.  Reclaim control without burning out!!  If […]

  • Ep. 181 – Unbreakable – the Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause Explained with Dr. Vonda Wright

    In this week’s essential episode, Dr. Lovely is joined by Dr. Vonda Wright, an acclaimed orthopedic surgeon and longevity specialist, to decode a hidden crisis for women in midlife: the mysterious aches and pains that often get dismissed.  Dr. Wright introduces her groundbreaking research on the Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause (MSM), putting a name to […]

  • Ep 490 Why "Temptation" Is Keeping You Stuck with Food in Menopause

    In this episode, I challenge why saying you’re not “tempted” by food might actually be keeping you stuck and powerless around eating. Get the full show notes and information here: https://drdebbutler.com/490  

  • #138: How to Reclaim your energy, identity, and peace with Dr Natasha Wallace

    Today, I’m joined by Dr Natasha Wallace, a clinical psychologist, founder of Revive Psychological Services, and creator of The Thrive Method. Natasha is passionate about helping working mums break free from overwhelm, exhaustion, and guilt so they can feel calmer, more connected, and truly at home within themselves. In this episode, Natasha shares her own […]

Mastering Menopause

I’m Kathy Cote’ from Katalyst Fitness and Nutrition and I will show you how to use nutrition, fitness, lifestyle and mindset to master perimenopause and menopause and rock your midlife with style and grace.

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