The menopause space has exploded, but with all the noise comes a lot of confusion.

One expert says it’s cortisol. Another says fasting. Someone else says supplements, peptides, weighted vests, or microdosing GLP 1s. Meanwhile, women are left wondering what actually matters and who to trust.

In this episode, I break down why the menopause world feels so overwhelming right now, where misinformation shows up, and why so many women are being sold complicated solutions before addressing the basics.

We talk about:

• Why menopause itself is not the automatic reason you can’t lose weight
• How sleep, stress, thyroid health, nutrition, and training actually impact results
• The problem with one size fits all advice
• Why I stay in my lane as a coach and focus on what truly works
• The low hanging fruit most women are missing

My approach is simple: support the body, build strength, improve metabolism, create sustainable nutrition habits, and stop chasing every trend on the internet.

If you’ve been feeling confused, frustrated, or like everyone has a different answer, this episode will help bring clarity.

Send us Fan Mail

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 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/quickchatnow

Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program

https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty

Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share

For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst

Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here:
https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry

Have a personal question? Email me at kathycote9142@comcast.net

Check 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...

In 10 weeks, Danette lost 17 pounds and dropped over 3.5% body fat, but more importantly, she completely changed how her body looks and feels.

“I had amazing results… I lost seven pounds during the first two weeks… and I was totally astonished.”

And that was just the start.

“I just feel amazing… my clothes fit so much better… my jeans are loose… it’s such a confidence booster.”

In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how Danette did it with Coach Megan's guidance and why this works so well for women in menopause.

No more guessing
No more eating less and hoping
No more spinning your wheels with cardio

You’ll learn:
how we used a rapid fat loss phase to kickstart results
why protein and strength training made the biggest difference
what most women get wrong when trying to lose weight in menopause
and how to actually create visible body composition change

And we also talk about the part most women NEVER consider…

What happens after the weight loss.

Because this is exactly where most women lose their results.

We’re bringing her calories up, pulling back on tracking, and teaching her how to maintain this body without starting over again.

This is the difference between losing weight… and actually keeping it off.

If you’ve been doing everything right and still not seeing changes, this episode will show you exactly what’s missing.

Send us Fan Mail

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 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/quickchatnow

Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program

https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty

Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share

For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst

Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here:
https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry

Have a personal question? Email me at kathycote9142@comcast.net

Check 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...

In day two of my training workshop, I’m joined by Coach Megan Hart to break down how to strength train for fat loss and body recomposition in menopause.

We cover why body composition matters more than BMI, the difference between weight loss and fat loss, and how losing weight without lifting can lead to a “skinny fat” look, especially if you’re undereating or using GLP-1s without enough protein.

Megan explains why strength training 3–4 days per week, adequate calories, and at least 100g+ protein help preserve muscle, support metabolism, improve insulin sensitivity, and protect bones.

We talk about avoiding excessive cardio and overly intense workouts that can spike cortisol, using progress photos and measurements, and building a simple, structured plan (3-day full body or 4-day upper/lower) with recovery, sleep hygiene, and supplements like fish oil and creatine.

If you wan the full workshop, you can get it here:

Send us Fan Mail

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 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/quickchatnow

Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program

https://go.katalystfitness.net/fit-after-fifty

Free Menopause Fat Loss Made Simple with Macros Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share

For all my social links: https://go.katalystfitness.net/kathykatalyst

Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here:
https://go.katalystfitness.net/podcast-question-entry

Have a personal question? Email me at kathycote9142@comcast.net

Check 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...