Losing weight in your 40s can feel like stepping into unfamiliar territory. Habits that once worked suddenly don’t. Energy fluctuates. Hormones shift. And for many women, the experience can feel not just physical, but deeply personal.
For those in their 40s and 50s, there is one common frustration: what used to be effective in maintaining a certain body shape and weight simply doesn’t any more. Particularly around the menopause, hormone changes can affect fat storage, energy levels, sleep and recovery.
The takeaway? If your old routine isn’t delivering results, it’s not a personal failure. It’s a sign your body needs a different strategy.
Two women share how they did it…
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