Mastering Menopause

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.

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

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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! 

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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.

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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! 

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

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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! 

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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

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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 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

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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!
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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

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Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here:
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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 this episode of Mastering Menopause, I’m sharing a clip from Day 2 of my Screw Menopause workshop all about strength training and how it helps you reshape your body, not just lose weight.

We talk about the difference between weight loss and fat loss, why focusing on the number on the scale doesn’t tell the full story, and how building lean muscle is actually the secret to looking more toned, confident, and strong in menopause, without ever getting bulky.

I also break down:

• Why cardio isn’t the answer in menopause
• What “body recomposition” really means
• How weight training helps target belly fat
• And why you don’t need hours in the gym to see real results

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

If you’re loving this and ready to take it a step further…

👉 The Summer Slim Down is coming on April 11th — and this is where you’ll take everything you've learned and use it in my Rapid Fat Loss Protocols to drop 10–20 pounds by July 4th without starving or living in the gym.

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

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

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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!
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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

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Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here:
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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...

If you’ve spent years trying to eat less, work out more, and still feel stuck — this episode is for you. I’m sharing a clip from Day 1 of my Screw Menopause workshop where we break down how fueling your body (not starving it) is the key to lasting fat loss, strength, and confidence.

Ready to stop spinning your wheels? 

The Screw Menopause: Accelerate Fat Loss, Strength & Confidence workshop is now available on demand! You’ll get access to all 3 days of game-changing strategies — from eating to boost your metabolism, to training the right way for fat loss, and rewiring your mindset to finally stop self-sabotaging. 

 https://go.katalystfitness.net/screw-menopause-workshop

And if you’re fired up and ready to go even further… the Summer Slim Down is coming. This is where we take your fired-up metabolism and put it into fat-burning mode with my rapid fat loss protocols. Think: aggressive (but totally doable) strategies that help you drop 10–20 pounds by July 4th — without trashing your metabolism.

Register below, workshop is April 11th at 4pm EDT

The Summer Slim Down Workshop- This is NOT your average menopause weight loss approach! https://go.katalystfitness.net/webinar-registration

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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!
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Now accepting clients! Fit AF 90 Day Program 

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

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Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here:
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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 this episode of Mastering Menopause, Robin shares her experience with the 14-day rapid fat loss protocol, a process that helped her lose 8 lbs and 7 inches, while uncovering some surprising truths about her habits and how inflammation was impacting her progress.

Robin opens up about how hidden sugar cravings, mindless snacking, and overindulging, even while staying within her calories, were holding her back. She also realized that lingering inflammation from surgery and certain food choices were making it even harder to see results.

Through the protocol, Robin discovered that cutting back on sugar, limiting alcohol, and building better habits dramatically improved her energy, digestion, and arthritis symptoms.

If you've been feeling stuck despite “doing everything right,” Robin’s story will inspire you to take a closer look at the habits, and hidden inflammation, that may be silently sabotaging your progress.

Tune in to hear Robin’s biggest takeaways, her mindset shifts, and how she’s now in control of her health, and feeling better than ever.

P.S. We're starting our next 14-day rapid fat loss protocol on April 4th. If you're ready to break through plateaus and see results like Robin, join us.

Book a call with me to go over details and see if this would be a right fit for you!

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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

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Do you have a question that you would like answered on the show? Please ask your question here:
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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...

Does the thought of eating more calories make you anxious? You’re not alone. Many women in menopause fear that increasing calories will lead to weight gain, but what if eating more is exactly what your body needs to lose fat?

In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I break down the mental roadblocks that make maintenance calories feel so scary. I’ll explain:
Why years of dieting make eating more feel ‘wrong’
The science behind why increasing calories can actually improve metabolism
Why the initial jump on the scale isn’t fat — and what’s really happening
How maintenance fuels better energy, stronger workouts, and long-term fat loss

If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of low calories and no results, this episode is your guide to overcoming the fear of eating more, and discovering how maintenance can unlock the fat loss results you’ve been working so hard for.

Ready to get unstuck and finally see your body respond the way you want? Book a call with me and let’s talk about your goals.

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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!
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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:
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Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected]

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 this episode I share my personal journey with bulking and how to incorporate a bulk for women looking to build muscle and improve their body composition. 

I break down the purpose and benefits of bulking, highlight common challenges.

How to eat in a calorie surplus while prioritizing protein and whole foods, along with the importance of intentional training and having a coach for guidance. 

I reflect on how this process transformed my physique and relationship with food. Plus, I announced a special scholarship opportunity for three months of free coaching to help you reach your fitness goals.

Here’s the link to apply for the scholarship and get 90 days of coaching for free! Deadline is Thursday at 5pm EST https://www.menopotmeltdown.com/scholarship

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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:
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Have a personal question? Email me at [email protected]

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...