It’s January, and everywhere you look it’s “push harder, do more, be better.”But here’s the truth for midlife women: trying harder isn’t the answer anymore — it’s usually the problem.In this episode of Midlife + Menopause Unfiltered, we’re breaking down why extreme dieting, over-exercising, and skipping meals backfire in midlife, and what actually helps your body feel better without going to extremes.We’re talking about:-Why “trying harder” increases stress, cravings, inflammation, and fat storage-How protein, regular meals, and post-meal movement support blood sugar and energy-Why strength training beats endless cardio in midlife-The role stress and cortisol play in stubborn weight gain and bloating-How our Midlife Metabolic Reset supports your hormones, metabolism, and real lifeThis episode is your reminder that you’re not lazy, broken, or failing — your body just needs better support in this season.🎧Press play if you’re ready to stop punishing your body and start working with it.

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