Fat Loss School for Women Over 50 | Strategies to Lose Weight and Belly Fat After Menopause with Intermittent Fasting, Carb Cycling, Macros, Exercise, & Mindset

Fat Loss School for Women Over 50 | Strategies to Lose Weight and Belly Fat After Menopause with Intermittent Fasting, Carb Cycling, Macros, Exercise, & Mindset

Welcome to the Fat Loss School podcast! If you’ve been struggling with extra pounds, menopausal belly fat, feeling overwhelmed by too many diet options, are on the borderline with health issues, and are frustrated by past weight loss failures - especially if you’ve hit the fabulous fifty mark - then grab a seat because this podcast is your ultimate fat loss classroom. I am Amy Bryan, 30 year educator and certified FASTer Way to Fat Loss® online nutrition and fitness coach. I’ll be your teacher and guide to show you that losing fat and gaining energy - plus maintaining it long term - is truly possible even at our age. I know because I’ve been there. In my 30s & 40s, I did all the diets, tried all the gimmicks, over-exercised, lost and gained the same pounds over & over. At 50, I had accomplished so much except in this one very important area and was through wasting time and energy on temporary fixes! This podcast will teach lifestyle changes that shed the fat in a healthy way that you can sustain long term and change your health trajectory so you age with energy, independence, and confidence. Think of these few minutes together as a study hall with cheat sheets for fat loss and include topics like intermittent fasting, carb cycling, mindset reframing, and more. Grab your notebook, because class is officially in session, and it’s time to rewrite your wellness story! Connect with me at https://linktr.ee/amybryanfasterway

Episodes

December 22, 2025 11 mins

Today’s episode is exactly what so many of us need right now, as we’re inching toward the holidays and staring down the final weeks of the year.

Let me ask you something: When was the last time you slowed down long enough to check in with yourself? Not your to-do list… Not your family… Not holiday plans or work deadlines…

You.

Because here’s the truth most women over 50 don’t realize until they’re deep in burnout mode:

👉 The b...

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You cannot live in a calorie deficit forever and keep losing fat. Not at 20. Not at 40. And definitely not at 50+.

Your body is too smart. Your hormones are too influential. Your metabolism is too adaptive.

And trying to white-knuckle your way through the holidays in a deficit? It's not impossible by any means but maybe not the best time. 

So today, we’re talking about your ENTIRE YEAR—how to use deficit, maintena...

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Today we’re talking menopause, midlife, and why the world has it completely upside down when it comes to weight management and vibrant health for women over 50. Because listen—this is NOT the downhill slide to death. This is NOT the beginning of the end. This is NOT the time where we “slow down,” “settle,” or “accept” anything less than vibrant health and very capable bodies. This season of life...Let’s make it your POWER SEASON.

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Today I am sharing details of our annual 14 Days of FITMAS Challenge. It's free and huge prizes are at stake. Listen to today's short episode to learn how to opt in, what some of the prizes are, and even the first day's challenge.

OPT IN to 14 Days of FITMAS here: https://www.fasterwaytofatloss.com/fitmas-2025?aid=AMYBRYAN 

Join my next FASTer Way to Fat Loss® class here:  https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN 

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Winter is NOT the season of weight gain, low motivation, and hibernation. Not for us. Not anymore.

In fact, winter might just be the best season for fat loss, better habits, and getting stronger—if you know how to use it to your advantage.”

Today we’re taking three winter “struggles” and flipping them into winter superpowers. Because women over 50? We are DONE letting short days and chilly weather boss us around.

We’re going to ...

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The holiday season is upon us, and, what better time than now to start planning for a healthier, happier you in 2026? You’ve got your list for your children and grandchildren, friends, and more. But what is on that list to help you eat better, exercise better, and have a healthier 2026? Today, I’m sharing a fun, empowering “Christmas wish list” of gift ideas that can help you feel your best, stay strong, and truly enjoy your best y...

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As we head beyond the holidays and into the new year, most of the ladies I know embark on a post-holiday weight loss plan. I want to help you break free from the misery of restrictive dieting and finally feel strong, confident, and in control of your health and weight.

Today we’re diving into what real sustainable eating looks like—because if you’re like most women I work with, you’ve spent decades following rules written by people...

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November 28, 2025 11 mins

Today we’re diving into a topic that many women over 50 are curious about — supplements. I’ll share what I personally take, why I choose those, what the research says, and how supplements can support your health and fat loss goals — but remember, supplements are just that, supplemental. They’re not a magic fix, but when used properly, they can fill nutritional gaps and support your overall wellness.

Explore & enroll in the next...

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Too often, we become overwhelmed during the season, feeling that sticking to healthy strategies is impossible during this season, and give up on our fat loss goals and healthy habits. So today my lesson is on holiday survival — how to take a break, a holiday, a trip, or a vacation - without losing your progress in mindset, nutrition, and movement. Listen for big picture ideas as well as specific things to do before, during, and af...

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Today we’re diving into a topic that might surprise you… because it has nothing to do with carbs, macros, or fasting.  Today is all about your gut — your microbiome — and how it plays a major role in your ability to lose fat, feel energized, and stay healthy as you age. It’s a highly Googled topic and there’s so much noise and conflicting information on social media. When we finish today’s lesson, you’ll be able to identify and ste...

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Today we’re diving into a topic that might surprise you… because it has nothing to do with carbs, macros, or fasting.  Today is all about your gut — your microbiome — and how it plays a major role in your ability to lose fat, feel energized, and stay healthy as you age. It’s a highly Googled topic and there’s so much noise and conflicting information on social media. When we finish today’s lesson, you’ll be able to identify and ste...

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If you’ve ever felt lost on your fat loss journey… if you’ve tried to follow a “diet map” that led you straight to Frustrationville… buckle up. Because today, I’m handing you the roadmap—your GPS to the FASTer Way to Fat Loss program. I want you to understand how our program works …from where to start as a new client to the progression to a long term lifestyle change as a VIP. 

This isn’t a quick detour or a “shortcut” route. It’...

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Today we’re talking about something that’s quietly keeping so many of us spinning our wheels: processed foods.

Now before you roll your eyes and think, “Amy, I know chips and cookies aren’t health food,”—hang with me. This is bigger than that.

Because the truth is… 74% of Americans are now overweight or obese, and 38% are insulin resistant or have prediabetes. So clearly, something in our food system—and our daily habits—is workin...

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This episode is a little bit different. Rather than a lesson on a fat loss strategy, I am sharing a hack to help you better succeed with the strategies. We get stuck with problems that feel frustrating - not knowing all of the answers and solutions - which takes the fun out of going for a fat loss goal. Stick around. I’ve got ideas for using AI - artificial intelligence - like Google or ChatGPT as a ready problem solver! I’ll give ...

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Teresa Emanuel joins me today to introduce the Calm Christmas Workshop — an audio-only, Christ-centered event running November 11–13 with 11 presenters offering short lessons and free gifts to help busy Christian women prepare spiritually, mentally, physically, and financially for a peaceful, Christ-focused holiday.

The live workshop is FREE during the three days, with a $12 VIP upgrade available for extended access, a workbook, an...

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Today I'll explain how women over 50 can stop long-term calorie restriction and use short deficit phases plus strategic reverse dieting to lose fat, protect hormones, and boost metabolism.

She defines deficit and reverse dieting, gives practical timelines (6–12 weeks in a deficit, ~12 weeks in maintenance), and explains how to measure progress with photos, measurements, and tracking rather than relying solely on the scale.

The epis...

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Today, we’re tackling a challenge many of us face—those pesky mid-afternoon cravings and late-night snack attacks. You know the ones I mean: 3 p.m. whispers from the pantry or vending machine calling your name, or the urge to munch just before bedtime.  

Listen as I share the secrets to beating those cravings—so you can stay on track without feeling deprived or overwhelmed.

Download the free Cravings Decoder here: https://amybryan...

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Today I share my personal journey from weight frustration at 51 to a lean, strong body at 59 after using the Faster Way to Fat Loss® approach and highlight early wins from our new 21-day reset participants.

This episode breaks down five hormone-friendly strategies we use to lose and maintain fat losses—plus bonus tips and an invitation to join my next 3-week reset.

Explore & enroll in the 21-Day Reset here:  https://www.fasterw...

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Host Amy Bryan interviews Faster Way Coach Debbie Bird about combining the Faster Way lifestyle with GLP-1 peptides to reduce inflammation, break weight-loss plateaus, and preserve muscle. Debbie shares her personal experience, tools she used (DEXA, bioimpedance scales, blood work), and the importance of protein and strength training for sustainable fat loss after 50.

To start your healthy fat loss with FASTer Way:  https://www.fas...

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In this episode of Fat Loss School, I'll explain how excess sugar sabotages fat loss and long-term health for women over 50 and introduces a powerful 10-day sugar detox starting October 20th.

You'll learn why sugar is so harmful, hidden sources and common sugar names to watch for, and practical tips—like whole foods, hydration, fiber, & daily movement—to reduce cravings and stabilize blood sugar.

The detox is offered to Faster ...

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