Weight Loss Over 40- Why its Hard and What to Do

Ephesians 6:12-13, For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. Therefore, put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.

After 40, when weight loss slows down, the enemy whispers:
 You’re failing. You’re losing control. You’re falling apart. You’re behind. You should be further by now.

The enemy says: • low serotonin → “you’re failing emotionally” • low estrogen → “you have no control” • slow metabolism → “you’ll always struggle” • fatigue → “see, this isn’t working”

3. Your identity in Christ is stronger than your hormones. Hormones influence your cravings — not your calling. 

Hormone #1 — Estrogen -This affects: • metabolism rate • serotonin • motivation • mood stability • satisfaction after meals.  

Hormone #2 — Progesterone- This impacts: • sleep • anxiety • water retention • inflammation– Less sleep = more cravings. More anxiety = more snacking. More inflammation = slower weight loss.

Hormone #3 — Cortisol Increase- Women over 40 clear cortisol 40% slower.

The Fix:

1. Reclaim your identity from symptoms. “God is not limited by my biology.”

2. Eat FOR your hormones..

A woman over 40 needs:
 ✔ Protein every meal. 25-30 grams per meal, 4-5 meals per day.
 ✔ Fiber (20–25g) daily.
 ✔ Healthy fats- 
 ✔ Consistent carbs (not low carb, not high carb—balanced)
 ✔ Breakfast within 60–90 minutes of waking up
 ✔ Meals every 3–4 hours- this maintains metabolism without the crash and need for quick carbs or caffeine.

This reduces • insulin spikes • cravings • energy crashes • mood swings • snacking

Your spiritual habits regulate your physical habits. When you pray first, you eat differently. When you rest in God, your cravings calm down. When your soul feels safe, your hunger quiets. 

Lord, restore my identity, for so long I’ve let my body dictate my decisions about how I feel about myself. Silence the lies that cling to my body and replace them with the truth of Your Holy Word.  Help me honor You with the way I nourish myself in word and deed Lord. Strengthen my body, balance my hormones, and renew my mind in a way only You can. I love You Lord, thank You for this body I get to reshape and love. Let me honor You with how I love her today, Amen.

Are you sick of trying diet after diet and NOT losing weight?

Hey there friend, I'm Lindy Schlabach, Christian Fitness & Nutrition Coach. I gained 100 pounds in my late twenties and struggled for years to get it off. Seven years ago, I found a basic system that worked and has helped me lose 90 of those pounds. I’ve been working with women in online fitness and nutrition ever since to break chains of diet culture, embrace their bodies and fueling instead of dieting.

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• • Lose Weight in a Way that honors God without obsessing about the scale
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