36 Stop Guessing Perimenopause: Exactly What to Adjust When Strength Stalls and Body Fat Rises
Body by DesignShow Notes
You're putting in the work, but your body isn't responding the way it used to. The strength gains have stalled, and stubborn body fat seems to be settling in new places, despite your consistent efforts.
It's easy to feel like you're just guessing at what to do next, especially when perimenopause enters the picture. This isn't a personal failing; it's a strategy gap that needs precise calibration. The methods that once delivered a solid return on effort are no longer yielding the same results, leaving you wondering what your body is telling you.
Lou Driver cuts through the noise, revealing the specific adjustments required in your nutrition and training. She explains why perimenopause acts as a magnifying glass, exposing where your current approach falls short, rather than being the root cause of your frustrations.
Tune in to understand the exact changes you need to make to see the body response you deserve.
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