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I'm Kathy Cote' from Katalyst Fitness and Nutrition and I will show you how to use nutrition, fitness, lifestyle and mindset to master perimenopause and menopause and rock your midlife with style and grace.
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In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I share client wins from the latest 2-Week Rapid Fat Loss Protocol, where our clients have lost 4–5.6 pounds so far in just the first week. I explain why not everyone is ready for an aggressive fat loss approach and why priming the metabolism with a reverse diet is essential before jumping into a deficit. You’ll learn: Why eating too little for too long stalls fat lossHow to properly reverse diet back to maintenance caloriesWhat metabolic adaptation loo...
How to Lose 5–7 lbs in 14 Days (Rapid Fat Loss Masterclass) In this special masterclass recording, I break down exactly how my rapid fat loss protocol works and more importantly, who it’s for (and who it’s not for). We cover: Why building your metabolism first is the key to lasting fat lossThe habits and prerequisites you need before starting an aggressive approachHow the 14-day protocol works: low-fat, low-carb phases, gradual calorie increases, and refeedsWhy strength training and walking a...
In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I sit down with my client Cheryl Vaillancourt to share her incredible results from the 4-Week Summer Shred. Cheryl lost over 12 pounds, dropped her body fat from 43% to 32%, and shrunk by 11.5 inches, while completely transforming her habits and mindset. We dive into the realities of an aggressive approach, including how re-feeds supported her progress, what it was like to adapt to lower calories, and the lessons she learned about true hunger cues...
Peanut Butter Isn't Protein! How to hit protein goals without going over your calories Not all “high protein” products are created equal — and in today’s episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the sneaky marketing that’s making you overshoot calories, carbs, and fats while still falling short on your protein goals. I’ll walk you through my simple formula for spotting truly high-protein foods, share my latest Costco finds (the good, the bad, and the downright egregious), and give you my go-t...
If your mornings start with checking emails, scrolling social media, and jumping into everyone else’s demands, you’re setting yourself up for stress and overwhelm before the day even begins. In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I’m sharing how learning to fill your cup first completely transformed my clarity, productivity, and sense of peace. You’ll learn: Why reactive mornings keep you scattered and stressedMy simple “fill your cup first” routine for energy and focusHow to plan your day f...
In this episode, I share a recent TikTok live session that covers a lot of ground, including personal updates, my current book project on fitness for women in their fifties, and some entertaining anecdotes about my recent experiences with hot yoga and rollerblading. I also discuss my approach to fitness and nutrition, focusing on macro tracking and the importance of adapting our lifestyle to accommodate the changes that come with menopause. I touch on my journey from being a cardi...
Unfiltered and Unapologetic: Sherri Dindal on Coming of Age (Again) in Your 50s If you've ever cried in the shower and wondered—who even am I anymore? This episode is for you! In this deeply honest and healing conversation, entrepreneur, creator and now comedian Sherri Dindal (The Real Slim Sherri) talks about what it really means to come of age again, this time in your 50s. Sherri shares the unraveling that began as she approached her 50's and menopause. Chipping away at the iden...
In this episode, I’m sharing the full, unfiltered story of my 8-week aggressive cut—how I dropped 16 pounds for a photo shoot and came out of it with more than a leaner body. I’ll walk you through the highs, the hard days, the re-feeds, and the mindset shifts that surprised even me. What started as a fat loss goal became a complete reset of my eating habits, daily routines, and relationship with food. This process rewired what I crave, how I plan meals, and how I feel in my body. If you’ve ev...
What Makes a Protein Source ‘Good’? Here’s How to Tell Not all “protein” is created equal—especially if you’re trying to hit your goals without blowing your calories. In this quick-hit episode, I break down how to spot actual high-quality protein sources using a simple formula anyone can follow. Plus, I share a behind-the-scenes update on my own photo shoot prep—how I’m navigating a fat loss phase (with zero cardio), staying motivated, and what’s surprised me most about this process. Wh...
It Might Not Be About the Wine: My Personal Journey with Alcohol, Menopause & Mindset Shifts In this unfiltered episode, I’m sharing a deeply personal story, my decades-long relationship with alcohol, how it shaped my habits, and what finally helped me shift my mindset. From bartending for 30 years to nightly wine as a mom, and now, at 57, redefining what serves me during menopause. This episode is a vulnerable look at the emotional and social grip alcohol can have… even when it doe...
What if your struggles with weight, food, and self-doubt didn’t start in your 40s—but in your childhood? In this powerful conversation, I’m joined by Chaz Spackman, a coach and mindset mentor whose podcast I listen to often (Lost and Lifting Talk) and the episode that inspired me to make changes within myself, listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-239-it-might-not-be-your-fault-youre-out-of-shape-heres-why/id1478821721?i=1000708778165 Chaz opens up about his discove...
In this special client community coaching call, I’m joined by Coach Jeff Hoehn for a no-BS deep dive on one of the most confusing topics in fitness: can you actually build muscle and lose fat at the same time, especially in menopause? We break down: Why body recomposition IS possible over 40 (and how it works)What to expect during a maintenance phase (spoiler: it’s not “doing nothing”)How to train and eat to maintain muscle during fat lossThe truth about hydration, sleep, and meal timing, and...
I’m sharing the top 3 tips from my Bloated AF workshop that women are already using to feel lighter and less bloated, fast. If you’re in menopause and constantly dealing with that “ugh, nothing fits” belly bloat, this episode is for you. We’ll cover: ✔️ Why chewing your food (like, really chewing) can reduce bloating ✔️ The truth about high-fiber “keto” and “net carb” wraps ✔️ Why artificial sweeteners, gum, and added fiber might be wrecking your gut ✔️ A simple way to...
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 exac...
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 againwhat chronic undereating does to your hormones, energy, and musclehow to calculate your real maintenance calorieswh...
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 travelMy go-to supplements and what floppedWhy stress, cabin pressure, and food intolerances all play a roleThe difference between occasional bloating an...
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 ...
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, mag...
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 throug...
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 Me...
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