2: Perimenopause Weight Gain? Your Metabolism Isn't Broken

If the scale won't move, you're seeing weight around your stomach for the first time, or you're exhausted all day but wide awake at 2 am, this episode is for you. Karen explains why your metabolism isn't broken during perimenopause but adapting, and why the old advice to eat less and exercise more often makes things worse. She walks through the four pillars she builds every coaching plan around: protecting muscle, fueling with enough protein, prioritizing recovery, and staying consistent instead of chasing perfection. Perimenopause weight gain and menopause belly fat aren't about willpower. Your body needs something different in this season, and this episode shows you what that actually looks like. 00:42 – Understanding Metabolic Changes in Perimenopause and Menopause 01:21 – How Hormones Affect Fat Loss and Muscle 05:28 – Building Progress with Structured Training and Periodization 06:11 – The Four Pillars of Women's Midlife Wellness 07:13 – The Importance of Muscle and Protein in Midlife Check out the show notes and other resources at https://karen-gallagher.com/post/perimenopause-weight-gain Send me a message! Let’s stay connected! Come find me on Instagram Visit the website for more information If you want me in your corner week after week, come join us inside the FIT4HER Membership   This podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.