How Barb Lost 14 Pounds and Beat Menopause Belly Fat

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Finding a Weight Loss Plan That Works in Midlife

If you've been struggling with unexplained weight gain, stubborn belly fat, and the frustration of doing everything right but still not seeing results, Barb's story is going to inspire you.

At 58 years old, Barb had been following Trim Healthy Mama (THM) for over a decade. It had completely transformed her health, helping her lose 40 pounds and keep it off for years. But when menopause hit, the weight started creeping back on. Sound familiar? No matter how closely she followed THM, she found herself gaining weight, feeling discouraged, and unsure of what to do next.

The Midlife Weight Gain Struggle

Barb's story is one I hear all the time from women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond. You’ve been eating well, staying active, and following the principles of THM, but your body is no longer responding the way it used to. 

Here’s what Barb experienced:

• Sudden weight gain despite staying on plan
• Fatigue and frustration from doing all the right things with no results
• Difficulty processing E (energizing) meals due to hypoglycemia
• Feeling overwhelmed by the changes happening in her body

Like many women, Barb needed a fresh approach—a weight loss plan tailored for midlife. That’s when she found Blast the Belly Fat Bootcamp and decided to invest in herself.

Why Barb Chose Coaching (And Why You Might Need It Too)

When Barb realized she needed help, she did something that many women hesitate to do—she invested in herself. She had tried figuring it out on her own but knew she needed expert guidance, support, and accountability.

She searched for a coach specializing in midlife weight loss and menopause-friendly approaches. And in what she believes was a God moment, she found my Blast the Belly Fat Bootcamp just as she was looking for answers.

Why Coaching Can Change Everything

• Accountability – Having a coach and community keeps you consistent.
• Personalized Adjustments – Midlife requires different nutritional tweaks, and having guidance makes all the difference.
• Mindset Work – Sustainable weight loss is just as much about how you think as what you eat.

The Biggest Game-Changer: Mindset Work

When Barb joined the program, she was ready to go all in—like most of us when we start something new! But the first week of the program threw her for a loop.

Instead of diving straight into all the changes, we started with mindset work. That was new for Barb.

“I was ready to make 100% of the changes right now. But you made us stop and focus on our why—why we were making the changes and how they would serve us now and in the future. That was a game changer for me.”

Why Mindset is the Missing Piece

• Helps you stay consistent when motivation dips
• Prevents burnout from making too many changes at once
• Keeps your focus on long-term success, not just quick results

Barb realized that her goal wasn’t just to “get skinny” (which she now refers to as “queen weight” instead of ideal weight). Her real why was to be healthy, feel good in her body, and have the energy to serve her family and community.

The Nutrition Tweaks That Made the Difference

Once we had mindset in place, we started adjusting Barb’s eating to better support midlife hormones and fat loss.

Here’s What Worked for Barb:

✔ Pulled-Back S Meals – Reducing heavy fats while still keeping meals satisfying 

✔ More E Meals – Gradually introducing carbs that work for her hypoglycemia 

✔ Protein-Focused Snacks – Balancing blood sugar while keeping cravings in check 

✔ Meal Timing Adjustments – Making sure her meals worked with her energy levels

Before joining Blast the Belly Fat, Barb had been struggling to balance E meals because of her blood sugar crashes. Through coaching, we found small tweaks—like adding a little extra fat to an E meal—that allowed her to incorporate them successfully without the rollercoaster effect.

The Power of Community Support

One of the unexpected joys of Blast the Belly Fat Bootcamp for Barb was the community.

She loved having a private group of like-minded women who were all working toward similar goals. Between sharing meal ideas, celebrating victories, and troubleshooting struggles together, the group created a team mentality that made the journey easier and more enjoyable.

“We had wins, we had struggles, but we supported each other through it all. It made a huge difference.”

Barb’s Results: More Than Just Weight Loss

By the end of the 8-week bootcamp, Barb had seen incredible progress:

• 14 pounds lost
• More energy & optimism
• Better blood sugar management
• Consistently walking 6,000-7,000 steps a day (from almost no walking before!)
• Feeling stronger & more in control of her health

Barb didn’t just see the scale move—she saw a complete transformation in how she felt. She went from frustrated and stuck to confident and in control.

You Can Do This Too!

If Barb’s story resonates with you, I want you to know that you can do this too.

Weight loss in midlife is possible, but it requires a different approach. You need to work with your body, not against it. And you don’t have to do it alone.

If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and start seeing real results, Blast the Belly Fat Bootcamp is here to help. Like Barb said:

“You just need to make a few tweaks, and you’ll be amazed at what happens.”

Want to take the next step?

Click HERE to join my next Blast the Belly Fat Bootcamp and start your own transformation!