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#193 | Skip the Crunches: How to Actually Train Your Core After 40 to Lose Belly Fat & Get Stronger

#193 | Skip the Crunches: How to Actually Train Your Core After 40 to Lose Belly Fat & Get Stronger

Update: 2025-08-04
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Struggling with belly fat or a weak core after 40? In this episode, we’re ditching the crunches and talking about how to actually train your core the right way—especially for women over 40.


 


Learn how to engage your deep core muscles, why sit-ups might be doing more harm than good, and how to target the fat around your midsection through smart movement, strength, and nutrition.


 


Mentioned in this episode:


👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies


 


👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call


 


👉  Healthy for Life Membership: Workout programs, mindset, & nutrition course: https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses


 


Mentioned Episodes:

#88 | Navigating the Hormonal Rollercoaster: Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopause and Perimenopause with Dr. Cat



#144 | Hormone Health for Women Over 40: The Truth About Bioidentical Hormones and Menopause with Dr. Kris


 


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Resources:


👉  Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40


https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness


 


 


 


You got this,


Coach Michele


Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only.  Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice. 




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#193 | Skip the Crunches: How to Actually Train Your Core After 40 to Lose Belly Fat & Get Stronger

#193 | Skip the Crunches: How to Actually Train Your Core After 40 to Lose Belly Fat & Get Stronger

Michele Riechman | Online Personal Trainer, Health Coach, Yoga Teacher