Today I'm joined by our amazing client Jennifer, who just wrapped up a two-week rapid fat loss phase, and dropped 6.5 pounds, 4.5 inches and 2% body fat without misery, starvation, or cardio.

We dive into:
– why we decided it was time for a more aggressive approach
– how she used ChatGPT and MyFitnessPal to plan meals
– what her daily eating looked like as a picky eater
– how she managed hunger, workouts
– how her mindset and confidence shift
– and the exact weight drops she tracked over the 14 days

This approach has been a huge success for our clients. This is highly effective when it’s the right time and the foundation is set, it works! Big thanks to Jennifer for sharing her story!

If you're ready to drop some weight and body fat before summer, book a quick call with me, let's see if you'd be a good fit!

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 journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals!
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow

Coaching Process Video and booking link https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Now accepting clients, use the link to apply for 1:1 coaching:
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Free No BS Menopause Secrets Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share

For all my social links: https://bit.ly/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

Are you stuck in the “I barely eat and still can’t lose weight” phase? You’re not alone, and you’re definitely not broken.

In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I break down why chronic dieting and ultra-low calorie goals (like 1200 or even 1400) are sabotaging your metabolism, especially in menopause.

We’ll talk about:

• why your metabolism adapts and how to prime it again
• what chronic undereating does to your hormones, energy, and muscle
• how to calculate your real maintenance calories
• why protein and strength training are essential in menopause
• how to shift out of survival mode and into fat loss that actually works

if this episode resonates, please tag me, share it with a friend, and leave a review. let’s stop the cycle of undereating and start thriving in menopause.

Bloated AF?
Join me for this no-BS masterclass on Monday, 5/19, 7pm EDT.

I’ll show you exactly how to beat belly bloat in menopause and feel 5 lbs lighter in just 3 days, without tracking macros or cutting carbs.
Register now!

As a bonus, you will get my 3-day Beat the Bloat meal plan, free.

https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/webinar-registration-8074

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 journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals!
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow

Coaching Process Video and booking link https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Now accepting clients, use the link to apply for 1:1 coaching:
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Free No BS Menopause Secrets Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share

For all my social links: https://bit.ly/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

Traveling while bloated is the worst—and if you're in menopause, it hits even harder. In this episode, I’m sharing my personal experience with bloating on the road (Mexico and Sedona included), what triggers it for me (looking at you, black pepper), and what actually works to prevent and relieve it.

We’re talking:

• What causes bloating during travel
• My go-to supplements and what flopped
• Why stress, cabin pressure, and food intolerances all play a role
• The difference between occasional bloating and the kind that lingers
• What to do when you’re bloated right now (yes, I even share my "fart walks" 🫣)

👉 Want to feel 5 lbs lighter in just 3 days?
Join my Bloated AF masterclass on Monday at 7 PM EST.
No replay, no fluff—just real relief.

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 journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals!
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow

Coaching Process Video and booking link https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Now accepting clients, use the link to apply for 1:1 coaching:
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Free No BS Menopause Secrets Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share

For all my social links: https://bit.ly/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

Welcome back! After a whirlwind April full of travel, from Cabo to Las Vegas to a spiritual retreat in Sedona, I’m diving headfirst into something I’ve never done before: getting photo shoot ready in just 8 weeks using the aggressive fat loss protocol I coach on… but this time, I’m the client.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to get photo shoot lean in your late 50s. I’m sharing my starting stats, strategy, refeeds, what the prep phase looked like, how it feels being in a steep deficit, and the honest ups and downs of this extreme but calculated approach.

If you’ve ever been curious about aggressive fat loss, body recomposition, or what’s truly required to reveal serious definition at our age, this one’s for you.

Want to see my progress pics and behind-the-scenes?
Join my private Facebook group—just DM me for the link.

Next up on Thursday: how to deal with travel bloat (because trust me, I get it).

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 journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals!
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow

Coaching Process Video and booking link https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Now accepting clients, use the link to apply for 1:1 coaching:
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Free No BS Menopause Secrets Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share

For all my social links: https://bit.ly/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

Real Coaches Summit Recap – What’s Actually Working Right Now

I just got back from the Real Coaches Summit in Vegas and—WOW. This event delivered again. In this episode, I’m breaking down my biggest takeaways from the top minds in fitness and nutrition, and what it means for YOU, especially if you’re in menopause.

👉 Why simplicity and stress reduction are the future of fitness
👉 What the latest research really says about menopause and metabolism
👉 Gut health, low stomach acid, magnesium supplementation, what to avoid
👉 Coaching insights that blew my mind (and how I’m changing things for my clients)
👉 Why some women are actually stuck, and it’s not what you think
👉 The truth about weight loss plateaus, GLP-1s, and rapid fat loss in menopause

Whether you’re a client, coach, or just want real answers that work in midlife, this episode is packed with gold.

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 journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals!
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow

Coaching Process Video and booking link https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Now accepting clients, use the link to apply for 1:1 coaching:
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Free No BS Menopause Secrets Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share

For all my social links: https://bit.ly/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

Why you shouldn't add exercise calories or complete your diary in My Fitness Pal.

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 journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals!
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow

Coaching Process Video and booking link https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Now accepting clients, use the link to apply for 1:1 coaching:
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Free No BS Menopause Secrets Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share

For all my social links: https://bit.ly/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

In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I’m tackling something that I know hits close to home for so many women, the emotional grip of the scale. I used to let that number dictate everything: my mood, what I ate (or didn’t eat), how hard I trained, and how I felt about myself. Sound familiar?

Today, I’m sharing how I broke free from the constant scale spiral—and how you can too. We'll unpack why the scale fluctuates, what it’s really measuring, and how shifting your mindset (plus going through phases like maintenance and intentional bulking) helped me release its power. I also read through real messages from women in my community who’ve shared how much the scale messes with their head, you are not alone in this.

If you’ve ever felt like your progress only counts when the number goes down, or you’ve avoided the scale altogether out of fear, this episode will give you a new perspective, real tools, and a whole lot of reassurance.

Don't forget to join my Summer Slim Down Workshop—I’m busting the doors open on a powerful rapid fat loss strategy, and you're going to want to be there live.

The Summer Slim Down Workshop- This is NOT your average menopause weight loss approach!

https://go.katalystfitness.net/webinar-registration

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 journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals!
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow

Coaching Process Video and booking link https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Now accepting clients, use the link to apply for 1:1 coaching:
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Free No BS Menopause Secrets Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share

For all my social links: https://bit.ly/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

In this we’re diving into the one thing that truly determines your long-term success in menopause, your mindset. You’ll hear real talk on breaking out of the all-or-nothing cycle, embracing “The Let Them Theory,” and how to identify and rewrite the limiting beliefs that are keeping you stuck.

This was my favorite day of the workshop because while nutrition and training are critical, your mindset is the true driver of success, and if you don’t shift that, nothing else will stick.

Screw Menopause! Accelerate fat loss, strength and confidence

A deep dive into nutrition, training and mindset for women in menopause. Videos are about 45 minutes long and you get all resources. Each day has simple, actionable and effective steps to get you unstuck and rocking the body of your dreams this summer!
https://go.katalystfitness.net/screw-menopause-workshop

I’m also sharing a sneak peek of what’s coming up inside my Summer Slim Down Workshop happening April 11th. If you want to learn my no-BS, rapid fat loss protocol that works without cardio, starvation, or guesswork… you need to be there, but you need to register!

The Summer Slim Down Workshop- This is NOT your average menopause weight loss approach!

https://go.katalystfitness.net/webinar-registration

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 journey, book a quick 10-15 minute call so we can chat about your goals!
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/quickchatnow

Coaching Process Video and booking link https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Now accepting clients, use the link to apply for 1:1 coaching:
https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/mmmcoachingapp

Free No BS Menopause Secrets Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/kathykatalyst/?ref=share

For all my social links: https://bit.ly/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