How women over 40 are sabotaging their weight loss without even realising it.

As a hypnotherapist helping fabulous women over 40 lose weight and feel incredible, I’ve witnessed many wonderful women striving to shed that extra stone or two.

But guess what? Despite their amazing efforts, some are missing their goals – not due to lack of trying, but because of sneaky self-sabotage!

Is this you?

Let’s investigate the hidden ways that you might unintentionally be holding yourself back from achieving your fat loss goals and perhaps making your symptoms worse!

As a hypnotherapist helping fabulous women over 40 lose weight and feel incredible, I’ve witnessed many wonderful women striving to shed that extra stone or two.

But guess what? Despite their amazing efforts, some are missing their goals – not due to lack of trying, but because of sneaky self-sabotage!

Here are some of the biggest ways I’ve seen women in perimenopause inadvertently sabotaging their efforts:

Neglecting a Balanced Diet.

Okay, so picture this: balanced nutrition is your secret weapon during perimenopause. It’s all about supporting hormone harmony and keeping your metabolism in check.

But overlooking this crucial piece? It can lead to nutrient gaps and hormonal issues, making that steady weight loss feel like an uphill climb.

What to do? Prioritise a diet filled with the good stuff – fruits, veggies, lean proteins, and healthy fats. Seeking nutrition guidance can be game-changing, too!

Skipping Regular Exercise

It’s time to give regular physical activity the nod it deserves! It’s not just about burning calories.

It’s about keeping your muscles strong, supporting your bones, and kicking stress to the curb – all crucial during this stage.

Dodging those exercise sessions? It can throw a curveball at your weight loss progress and leave you feeling like you’ve hit a rough patch.

Think about mixing it up with cardio, strength training, and flexibility work – all the good stuff to keep your body on its toes.

Overlooking Stress Management.

Okay, so perimenopause and stress often go hand in hand.

But here’s the kicker: underestimating stress’s impact on your weight loss journey? It’s a deal-breaker.

You see, stress can push up cortisol levels, leading to weight retention, especially around the midsection.

Fitting in stressbusters, like mindfulness meditation or embracing fun activities?

It’s the secret sauce for taming stress levels and backing your overall well-being during this phase.

Picture stress reduction as your one-way ticket to a more balanced weight management journey!

Taking Sleep For Granted.

You know beauty sleep isn’t called ‘beauty’ sleep for nothing! Disregarding quality sleep can seriously throw a spanner into your weight loss plans during perimenopause.

Sleep-deprived? Your hunger hormones go haywire, pushing you towards sugary and high-calorie treats.

So, aim for 7-9 hours of beauty zzz’s, a cozy sleep zone, and shaking up your sleep routines for better fat loss and an overall wellness win!

Underestimating the Power of Hydration.

Alright, let’s talk drink! Not giving it the spotlight it deserves?

Dehydration can often masquerade as hunger, nudging you towards extra nibbles. Plus, staying hydrated works wonders for your metabolism and hormonal harmony.

Missing out on the hydration game? It’s like waving a ‘stop’ sign to your energy levels, your metabolism, and your weight loss journey.

Cue up at least 8-10 glasses of water daily, and throw in hydrating fruits, veg, and herbal teas for that extra H2O.

Turning a Blind Eye the Magic of Mindful Eating.

So, let’s dial into mindful eating! Rushed or distracted munching? It’s like giving a green light to extra calories and saying ‘see ya’ to good digestion and nutrients.

Kicking mindful eating to the curb? It only fuels overeating and puts the brakes on your weight loss plans.

So, how about savouring each bite, tuning into those hunger and fullness cues, and giving mealtime distractions a little wave?

Mindful eating’s your ticket to a fabulous food relationship and bossing portion control, adding that extra oomph to your far loss goals and overall wellness.