Are you struggling with fat loss in perimenopause?
I hear this all the time from women.
“I’m doing the same things I’ve always done… but nothing is working anymore.”
I remember feeling this myself at one point.
I was training consistently.
Eating well.
Doing what had always worked for me.
Yet something felt off.
My energy was different.
My body wasn’t responding the same way.
And it was frustrating.
If you’re feeling like this, you’re not alone.
What’s Actually Changing In Midlife
As you move through perimenopause and menopause, your body changes.
Hormones shift.
Metabolism adapts.
Stress impacts you differently.
As a result, your body becomes more sensitive to how you eat, move, and recover.
What worked in your 20s and 30s often needs adjusting.
This does not mean things are not working.
It means your body now needs a different approach.
Why Eating Less Is Not The Answer
One of the biggest mistakes I see is women eating less.
It feels logical, however, it often backfires.
When you under-eat, your body perceives stress.
This can lead to fatigue, cravings, and slower progress.
Instead of supporting your body, it creates more resistance.
What Your Body Actually Needs
In this stage of life, your body needs support, not restriction.
This looks like:
Balanced meals with enough protein
Healthy fats to support hormones
Carbohydrates adjusted to your lifestyle
Consistency over perfection
It also means allowing flexibility.
You still need to enjoy meals with your family.
You still need to live your life.
Because if you cannot maintain it, it will not work long term.
The Real Reason You Feel Stuck
Many women are not lacking effort.
They are lacking the right strategy for this phase of life.
Jumping between diets, only adds more confusion.
I see this often in my coaching.
Women come in doing everything they think is right.
Once we adjust their approach, things start to shift.
Not overnight, but steadily.
A Better Way Forward
Instead of forcing your body, start working with it.
Focus on structure, not restriction.
Build meals that support your energy and hormones.
Stay consistent, even when life gets busy.
That is where results come from.
If you need help understanding what your body needs right now,
👉 Book a Strategy Session:
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- Coach Terri Batsakis
Why Eating Less, For Fat Loss, Stops Working In Perimenopause
