Live Your Best Midlife

Rest to Burn: Why Slowing Down Might Be the Fat Loss Secret You've Been Missing


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Discover the hidden obstacle to sustainable weight loss and optimal female health in this eye-opening episode featuring hormone and health expert Ali Damron. Prepare to challenge your beliefs about fitness, nutrition, and wellness as we explore

The Nervous System: Your Fat Loss Secret Weapon

  • Why weight loss resistance isn't always about diet and exercise
  • The crucial role of nervous system regulation in fat burning
  • How social media's "perfect lives" affect your metabolism and stress levels

  • The "Shmeck and Check" Method. Ali introduces a powerful self-assessment tool:

    • Sleep
    • Hunger
    • Mood
    • Energy
    • Cravings

    • Stress, Metabolism, and Mineral Depletion

      • The hidden impact of chronic stress on your body and weight
      • Understanding how high-stress states deplete essential minerals
      • Strategies for supporting your metabolism during stressful times

      • Mindset Matters: Rewiring Your Thoughts for Better Health

        • Identifying and addressing cognitive distortions that hinder weight loss
        • Techniques for managing worry and catastrophic thinking
        • The importance of self-compassion in health and wellness

        • Slowing Down: The Ultimate Health Hack

          • Practical tips for teaching your brain to slow down and boost fat burning
          • Creating a sense of safety through positive self-talk
          • Balancing "rest and digest" with "fight or flight" responses for optimal weight management

          • Ali's Five Pillars of Hormone Health:

            1. Mindset and Stress Management
            2. Nutrition
            3. Sleep
            4. Exercise
            5. Vitamins, Supplements, and Herbs

            6. Don't miss this empowering conversation that will revolutionize how you approach your health, hormones, and weight loss journey. Share this episode with the women in your life who deserve to thrive!

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