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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 today’s episode of Mastering Menopause, I’m breaking down the real results from the 14-day Rapid Fat Loss phase my clients and I just completed — and why this approach works so well for women in menopause when it’s done correctly. We kicked this round off on January 5, right after the holidays. With inflammation high, stress elevated, and diet breaks already built in, I knew the timing was perfect for a strong fat loss response. And the results did not disappoint. Across this group, women ...
Things are never going to calm down, and if you're waiting for the perfect moment to prioritize yourself, you're going to be waiting forever. In this episode, I'm tackling the #1 pattern I see keeping women over 50 stuck: putting everyone else's needs ahead of their own. If you've ever told yourself "I'll start once things settle down" or "I just don't have time right now," this episode is your wake-up call. You'll learn: Why the "I don't have time" excuse is keeping you burnt out, inflamed, ...
In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I follow through on a promise from my last episode and dive into the research comparing GLP-1 medications with aggressive dieting and the results surprised a lot of people. This is not a GLP-1 bash. These medications absolutely have their place, especially in diabetes management. But when it comes to fat loss, inches lost, and momentum, the data tells a different story. I reference and credit Not Another Nutrition Podcast, where Martin MacDonald breaks ...
For years, women in their 50s have been told that losing one pound a week is the “smart” and “sustainable” way to lose weight. I believed that too until I started seeing what actually happens in real life. I explain why slow fat loss often kills momentum, how easy it is to unintentionally erase a 500 calorie deficit, and why a properly timed aggressive approach can actually be more sustainable for the right woman. In this episode of Mastering Menopause, I break down why the slow 1 lb a week a...
When Sherrie joined the program, she was stuck. Her weight hadn’t changed, but her belly, thighs, and butt were growing — and nothing made sense. She was eating less, working out more, and feeling more defeated by the day. Fast forward 8 weeks and everything has changed. ✅ 10 inches down ✅ 5% body fat lost ✅ Fitting into jeans from 4 years ago ✅ Enjoying holiday foods without gaining weight ✅ Eating 2,000+ calories a day and seeing visible muscle definition In this episode, I’m sharing Sherr...
In this episode, I walk you through the exact ChatGPT pre-logging hack I’m guiding my clients on for Thanksgiving, and I show you my actual holiday plate. You’ll be shocked when you hear the calorie total I came up with, and even more surprised by the simple adjustments I make to stay on track while still enjoying the day. This is the strategy I recommend for my clients and one that I love! Thank you, Gigi, (my ChatGPT.) Thank you so much for listening, please share with a friend and su...
Think you need to diet through the holidays? Think again. In this masterclass replay, I break down exactly how to INCREASE your calories strategically, enjoy Thanksgiving and Christmas guilt-free, and set yourself up to drop 5-9 lbs in TWO WEEKS come January. I know it sounds backwards, but reverse dieting works - and the holidays are the PERFECT time to do it. I'll show you: Why your metabolism is down-regulated (and what that's doing to your body)How reverse dieting actually worksWhat maint...
This episode breaks down how undereating is quietly wrecking the metabolism of women in their 50s. I’m sharing the real story of a woman named Carol, who came to me stuck, frustrated, and convinced her menopause belly was permanent. Carol was living on 1,000 to 1,200 calories a day, cutting carbs, avoiding foods she loved, and pushing through exhaustion because she thought that was the only way to lose weight. Instead, her metabolism downshifted, her energy crashed, her sleep worsened, her be...
This is a surprise episode with Sherrie and her 4 week call with me. This episode highlights what a reverse diet can do not just for your body and metabolism, but for your mindset too. I’m sharing my conversation with my client Sherrie, who went from eating 900-1100 calories a day on keto to finally enjoying carbs, pizza, and potatoes while still losing weight and inches. Sherrie’s story is such a powerful reminder that carbs aren't the enemy. That moving out of restriction is the key to free...
The hardest part of weight loss isn’t losing it, it’s keeping it off while still enjoying your life. After losing 16 pounds in 8 weeks for my photoshoot, (and a subsequent healthy regain) I am maintaining those results without giving up travel, dinners out, or cocktails. In this episode, I’m breaking down the exact habits that help me stay lean, confident, and balanced, no tracking apps, no food guilt, no restriction. You’ll hear: How I structure my meals at home to hit my protein goals...
When most women think about testosterone, they think of it as a “male hormone.” But the truth is, testosterone plays a powerful role in women’s health — especially in your 40s and 50s. In this episode, I share my personal experience with low testosterone, the symptoms women often overlook, and what happened when I increased my dose. We’ll talk about: The direct symptoms of low testosterone in womenHow to know when it’s time to get testedWhat labs to request and how to read “normal” vs. “optim...
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...
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