đď¸ In this episode of Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40, host Carey Adam breaks down the five core strategies women over 40 need to rebuild strength, energy, and metabolic healthâwithout dieting, obsessing, or burning out.Youâll learn:How to fuel your body to balance blood sugar, support hormones, and reduce cravingsWhat kind of exercise actually works in midlife to build muscle and protect metabolismHow to calm inflammation, regulate stress, and stop living in fight-or-flight modeWhy this chapter of life demands structure, intention, and real boundariesThe mindset and consistency skills no one teachesâbut that change everythingAfter this episode, youâll walk away with a clear, grounded plan to get fitter, leaner, stronger, and healthierâright through perimenopause and beyond.
In this episode of Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40, host Carey Adam breaks down everything you need to understand about perimenopauseâthe update âreverse pubertyâ phase that can last anywhere from a few years up to a decade. Youâll learn:What perimenopause really is and why itâs a natural, healthy transitionCommon signs and symptoms, from cycle changes and hot flashes to brain fog and muscle lossWhy these shifts happen (hint: itâs all about hormone receptors in every cell)How modern life amplifies symptoms, from chronic stress and sleep debt to rushed nutritionThe biggest misconceptions, like why âeat less, move moreâ falls shortUrgent stats you need to knowâmuscle loss rates, metabolic syndrome, heart-disease risks, and moreKey questions to ask your doctor and the lab tests that can guide your next stepsWhy perimenopause is your invitation to radical self-care, not a sentence to declineWhether youâre just starting to notice irregular periods or deep into hormone upheaval, this episode gives you the clarity and practical context you need to take charge of your healthâone hormone-savvy step at a time.Tune in and discover why now is the time to build your strongest foundation yet!
If you keep saying, âI wonât eat after dinner tonightâ â and do it anyway â this episode is for you.Nighttime overeating isnât about willpower or eating less. You must understand why you do it, if you truly want to change it. In this episode, I break down:The two real reasons behind nighttime eating (physical + emotional)Why food works to soothe â but keeps you stuckHow to finally shift the pattern with awareness, compassion, and real toolsYouâre not broken. Youâre coping. Letâs change that â together.
Do you find it challenging to maintain the discipline needed to prioritize your health and fitness after 40? Are you constantly starting and falling off track? What if there was a more effective way to motivate yourselfâone that doesn't rely solely on self discipline, will power or brut force, but instead taps into your deeper intrinsic desires for effortless action?âJoin me as we delve into strategies to cultivate a genuine desire for doing the work you need to do to get fitter, leaner, stronger and healthier with ease, and enjoyment. And the results... better results!đŞ Other Ways I Can Help You: ⨠Join The Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Coaching Program â HEREâ â â â â â ⨠Grab my free How to Build a Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Guide â HEREâ â â â â â â ⨠Follow or send me a DM on Instagram â HERE
In this episode we are going to explore the difference and nuances of accountability versus ownership when it comes to your health, fitness and nutrition.Ready to build a fitter, leaner, stronger body with us? Join Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40: https://fitter-leaner-stronger.com/Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runningmoms_fit/
Today, Iâm interviewing Joanne, a client who was struggling. Struggling to get started. Struggling to know what to do. Struggling to stay on track. . She found herself gaining weight and constantly jumping from one program to the next. In her frustration, Joanne joined my Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Program. In this episode we discuss her transformative journey through the program, what she learned and how it changed everything for her. The Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Coaching Program here: â â â â â Coaching Programâ â â â â Grab my free How to Build a Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Guide here: â â â â â â Free Guideâ â â â â â
So many women struggle to stay consistent with their health and fitness. Itâs not just about willpowerâitâs about shame.Shame keeps you stuck, whispering, âYouâre not good enough.â It convinces you that if youâre struggling with your weight or fitness, itâs a personal failure. And for many women in midlife, itâs the real reason they feel trapped in cycles of dieting, avoidance, and frustration.In this episode, weâre breaking the silence on shame. Youâll learn:âď¸ How shame fuels self-sabotageâď¸ Where it really comes fromâdiet culture, perfectionism, and societal pressuresâď¸ How it manifests in midlifeâbody image struggles, comparison, and feeling like you âshould have it figured outââď¸ The key mindset shifts to move from shame to confidence and lasting successIf youâve ever felt stuck, like no matter how hard you try, you keep falling off trackâthis episode is for you.đ§ Listen now and learn how to release shame, step into confidence, and create a fitter, leaner, stronger, healthier, happier youâwithout guilt, extremes, or self-punishment.đŞ Ready for real change? Join Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 and let's go: https://fitter-leaner-stronger.com/
Are your workouts fun⌠but getting you nowhere?So many women hop from program to program, chasing excitement but never seeing real results. The hard truth?What feels good isnât always what works.In this episode, I break down:â Why fun workouts donât build strength or change body compositionâ Thereal reason you feel good after fasting or intense cardio (spoiler: itâs cortisol, not progress)â Why repetition and progressive overload are the real keys to successâ How to stop chasing entertainment and start chasing resultsđĽReady to train smarter and finally see results?Join my Fitter, Leaner, Stronger Over 40 Program: https://fitter-leaner-stronger.com/
Today, Iâm interviewing Wanda, a client who thought she was doing everything right but felt terrible and saw no results. She had tried everything and was running tons but nothing was working. She found herself gaining weight and constantly jumping from one diet to the next. In her frustration, Wanda joined my Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Program. In this episode we discuss her transformative journey through the program and how she overcame these obstacles to find balance, strength, confidence, calm and started dropping belly fat like she had never experienced before. So, grab a cup of tea, sit back, and letâs get started. The Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Coaching Program here: â â â â Coaching Programâ â â â Grab my free How to Build a Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Guide here: â â â â â Free Guideâ â â â â Follow or send me a DM on Instagram here: â â â â Instagramâ â â â
The fitness industry has convinced you that getting fit, lean, and strong has to be complicatedâdetoxes, carb cycling, fasting, tracking every bite. But the truth? Complexity is keeping you stuck. In this episode of Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40, weâre exposing why complicated plans feel productive but donât work long-termâand why the real key to results is simplifying your approach (even though it feels uncomfortable). Hereâs what youâll learn: â Why the industry sells you complexityâand why you fall for itâ Why simple strategies feel "too easy" (but are actually the most effective)â How overcomplicating fitness stops you from trusting your bodyâ The sustainable approach that gets real resultsâwithout the burnout If you're tired of spinning your wheels and ready for a smarter, simpler way to success, listen now! đ Ready to join The Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Program? Check it out here: đ https://fitter-leaner-stronger.com/
In this episode, weâre diving deep into why the oversimplified "calories in vs. calories out" approach just doesnât cut itâespecially for women. Iâll break down the unique hormonal, emotional, and physiological factors that make womenâs bodies so different from menâs. From cortisol and blood sugar to muscle loss and hormone shifts during perimenopause and menopause, youâll learn why focusing solely on calories ignores the bigger picture. Plus, weâll explore why diet culture, stress, and the demands women face in their roles as family pillars make lasting weight loss so much more than a math equation. Ready to join The Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Program? Check it out here: https://fitter-leaner-stronger.com/
Breaking Free from Chaotic Eating Do you feel stuck in an exhausting cycle of irregular eating, constant cravings, and guilt around food? Are you frustrated by the lack of control and balance in your relationship with food, no matter how hard you try? In this episode, Carey dives into the concept of chaotic eatingâwhat it is, why it happens, and how itâs impacting your body and mind. Learn why common fixes like restrictive diets and over-exercising donât work and discover the power of consistent, balanced meals and mindfulness to create calm and confidence in your eating habits. If youâre ready to break free from the stress and find peace with food, this episode is for you. When youâre ready for more support, join The Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Coaching Program here: â â â â â â â â https://fitter-leaner-stronger.com/ Grab my free How to Build a Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Guide here: â â â â â â â â https://start.runningmoms.com/#/how-to-build-a-fit-lean-strong-body Follow or send me a DM on Instagram here: â â â â â â â â https://www.instagram.com/careylynnadam/
As we step into 2025, many women are setting big goals for the new yearâand weight loss remains at the top of the list. But what if there was a better way to approach your health and fitness goals? In this episode, we explore why traditional weight loss goals often fail, especially for women over 40, and how focusing on becoming fitter, leaner, stronger, and healthier can transform your results. Iâll break down the common pitfalls of weight loss strategies, like restrictive diets and excessive cardio, and explain why these approaches work against the unique hormonal and metabolic changes women experience in midlife. Youâll learn how shifting your perspective from shrinking your body to building strength and confidence can lead to sustainable, long-term results that go far beyond the scale. If youâre ready to make 2025 the year you embrace a smarter, more empowering approach to health, this episode is for you. Key Topics: Why weight loss goals keep women stuck and frustrated How traditional strategies harm your metabolism, hormones, and mental health The power of focusing on strength, health, and confidence instead of the scale Practical steps to shift your mindset and set impactful goals for the new year Tune in now and start 2025 stronger than ever! Ready to work on getting fitter, leaner and stronger? Join The Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Program here: https://fitter-leaner-stronger.com
Stop Falling for These 10 Nutrition Mistakes Are you frustrated and wondering why your efforts arenât paying off? Do you feel like youâre doing everything ârightâ but still not seeing the results you want? In this episode, Carey breaks down the 10 most common nutrition mistakes she sees women over 40 makingâso you can stop falling for them and start getting the results you want. If youâre ready to stop spinning your wheels and start seeing real progress, this episode is for you! . Join The Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Coaching Program here: â â â â â â â https://fitter-leaner-stronger.com/â â Grab my free guide: How to Build a Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Body here: â â â â â â â https://start.runningmoms.com/#/how-to-build-a-fit-lean-strong-bodyâ â Follow or DM me on Instagram here: â â â â â â â https://www.instagram.com/careylynnadam/â â
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The Power Of Coaching On Your Health & Fitness Journey Do you feel stuck in a cycle of trying different health strategies but not seeing the results you want? Are you frustrated by the lack of long-term success, even when youâre doing all the right things? In this episode, Carey dives into the power of coaching on your fitter, leaner, stronger body over jounrey and how it differs from traditional approaches like personal training, 6-week challenges, and macro tracking. Discover why coaching might be the missing piece in your health journey, providing the personalized support, accountability, and mindset shifts necessary to create lasting change. Learn how integrating education, holistic wellness, and individualized coaching can help you finally overcome the barriers holding you back. When you are ready for "coaching", join The Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Coaching Program here: â â â â â â â https://fitter-leaner-stronger.com/https://â â Grab my free How to Build a Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Guide here: â â â â â â â start.runningmoms.com/#/how-to-build-a-fit-lean-strong-body Follow or send me a DM on Instagram here: â â â â â â â â https://www.instagram.com/careylynnadam/
How To Lose Weight, Burn Fat & Get Fit Over 40 Are you tired of the endless cycle of trying different diets and workouts, only to see little to no results? Do you feel like nothing is working anymore, even though youâre putting in the effort? In this episode, Carey introduces the 4 Pillar Fitter Leaner Stronger Methodâa comprehensive approach designed specifically for women over 40. Discover how these four pillarsâbuilding lean muscle, nourishing your body, taming inflammation, and mastering your inner gameâwork together to help you achieve lasting weight loss and transform your body and health in midlife. Learn why itâs not just about reducing calories, cutting carbs or doing more cardio, but about adopting a new strategy that aligns with your changing hormones and lifestyle. Join The Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Coaching Program here: â â â â â â https://fitter-leaner-stronger.com/https://â Grab my free How to Build a Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Guide here: â â â â â â â start.runningmoms.com/#/how-to-build-a-fit-lean-strong-body Follow or send me a DM on Instagram here: â â â â â â â https://www.instagram.com/careylynnadam/
Inconsistency, Falling Off Track & Inner Game Mastery Are you caught in a frustrating cycle of falling off track and struggling to stay consistent with your health goals? In this episode, Carey uncovers the real reasons why inconsistency happens and how it leads to weight gain, especially in midlife. Discover why the solution isnât more willpower or strict diets, but rather developing the key skills of Inner Game Mastery. Learn how to liberate yourself from outdated diet programming, rewire self-limiting beliefs, and build next-level self-discipline to achieve lasting results without obsession or extreme measures. Join The Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Coaching Program here: â â â â â https://fitter-leaner-stronger.com/https:// Grab my free How to Build a Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Guide here: â â â â â â â start.runningmoms.com/#/how-to-build-a-fit-lean-strong-body Follow or send me a DM on Instagram here: â â â â â â https://www.instagram.com/careylynnadam/
Chronic Stress, Cortisol & Inflammation Are you tired of stubborn weight gain that just wonât budge, no matter what you try? In this episode, Carey dives into the often-overlooked culprits: chronic stress, elevated cortisol, and inflammation. Learn how these factors are silently sabotaging your weight loss efforts and what you can do to manage them. Join The Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Coaching Program here: â â â â â https://fitter-leaner-stronger.com/https:// Grab my free How to Build a Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Guide here: â â â â â â â start.runningmoms.com/#/how-to-build-a-fit-lean-strong-body Follow or send me a DM on Instagram here: â â â â â â https://www.instagram.com/careylynnadam/
Weight Loss Over 40 Explained: Common Nutrition Mistakes Are you struggling with stubborn weight gain in midlife that just won't budge no matter what you try? In this episode, Carey dives into the critical role nutrition plays in midlife weight gain and why the old approaches just don't work anymore. It's not about restricting more or pushing harderâit's about understanding how hormonal changes, restrictive eating patterns, and outdated diet mentalities are working against you. Tune in to learn how to shift your strategy, nourish your body, and finally see the results you deserve! Join The Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Coaching Program: â â â â â â â HEREâ â â â â â â Grab my free "Fitter Leaner Stronger Over 40 Guide" HEREâ â â â â â â â Follow or send me a DM on Instagram â â â â â â â HEREâ