223. How to Lose Fat & Build Healthy Habits Before 2027: A Mid-Year Report Card

223. How to Lose Fat & Build Healthy Habits Before 2027: A Mid-Year Report Card

Author: Amy Bryan, FASTer Way to Fat Loss® Certified Weight Loss Coach June 22, 2026 Duration: 13:25
Six months of 2026 are behind you, but here’s the good news: you still have six months to create incredible change. In this episode of Fat Loss School, we’re treating July like a mid-year report card—not to judge yourself, but to assess what’s working, make adjustments, and finish the year stronger than ever. If you’ve been waiting for the ”perfect time” to start, this is your reminder that you don’t need a new year or even a new month. You just need a fresh decision. Plus, with Independence Day around the corner, it’s time to declare your freedom from diet culture and embrace a sustainable approach to fat loss that actually lasts. In This Episode, You’ll Learn: Why July is the perfect time for a mid-year health reset How to stop letting the first six months define the next six Why busy schedules don’t have to derail your progress How Amy stays consistent through travel, vacations, and family events What it means to declare your independence from starvation diets, punishing workouts, and all-or-nothing thinking Practical strategies for navigating holiday weekends without guilt The core habits that make the biggest difference after 50: Intermittent fasting Strength training Walking Drinking more water Choosing mostly whole foods Prioritizing sleep and recovery Why summer’s longer days, fresh produce, and outdoor opportunities can actually make healthy living easier How starting now can lead to significant fat loss and improved health before Christmas and 2027 Ready for Your Next Semester? Enrollment is now open for Amy’s next 6-Week FASTer Way to Fat Loss® Class for women 50+, beginning June 29 and running through August 9. If you’re ready to stop starting over and finally build a sustainable lifestyle that works for women over 50, this is your opportunity to begin before the holidays and create momentum that carries into 2027. Get registered here:  https://www.fasterwaycoach.com/AMYBRYAN  Join the Level 60 Birthday BINGO Celebration! Amy is celebrating her 60th birthday all month long with a free Level 60 Birthday BINGO Challenge running July 1–20 inside her free community. Download the BINGO card, complete fun healthy habits, celebrate your wins, and even adapt the idea for your own birthday or milestone. Join the free community here:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/fasterwaywithamybryan  Also, you can always connect with Amy here:  www.linktr.ee/amybryanfasterway

Amy Bryan brings three decades of teaching experience into her role as a certified weight loss coach, creating Fat Loss School for Women Over 50. This podcast serves as a practical resource, moving beyond generic advice to address the specific physiological and lifestyle shifts that happen during and after menopause. Each episode breaks down actionable strategies, including the nuances of intermittent fasting schedules, how to effectively cycle carbohydrates, and balancing macros without feeling deprived. The conversation also extends to sustainable exercise principles and the crucial mindset work needed to overcome decades of dieting frustration. You'll hear clear explanations on why common approaches often stop working for women in this stage of life and how to adapt evidence-based methods for lasting results. The tone is both supportive and straightforward, recognizing that listeners are seeking realistic changes, not another quick fix. Tune in for a blend of science, coaching, and real-world application, all focused on reclaiming a sense of control and well-being. This is where education meets empowerment, specifically for women navigating weight loss after fifty.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Fat Loss School for Women Over 50 | Strategies to Lose Weight and Belly Fat After Menopause with Intermittent Fasting, Carb Cycling, Macros, Exercise, & Mindset
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238. How to Handle Everyone's Unsolicited Diet Advice & Stay on Track [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:57
“Are you sure you should be eating that?” If you’ve ever changed your nutrition only to discover that suddenly EVERYONE has an opinion about what’s on your plate, this Friday Extra Credit episode of FAT LOSS SCHOOL is fo…
236. When to Change Macros for Continued Fat Loss After 50 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:56
How do you know when it’s time to change your macros? In this Friday Extra Credit mini-lesson from FAT LOSS SCHOOL, we’re talking about when your protein, carbs, fats, and overall calorie targets may need an adjustment—a…
235. Macros Part 2: How Carb Cycling Can Help You Lose Fat After 50 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:15
Can you eat carbs and still lose fat after 50? Absolutely—and learning when and how to eat carbohydrates may be more useful than simply trying to eliminate them. In this episode of FAT LOSS SCHOOL, we’re going back to cl…
234. 10 Tips to Make Macro Tracking for Fat Loss Easier [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:13
Macro tracking doesn’t have to feel complicated or become another full-time job! In this Friday Extra Credit episode of FAT LOSS SCHOOL, I’m sharing 10 simple macro tracking tips to make hitting your protein, carbs, and…
232. Walking: The Most Underrated Fat Loss Habit for Women Over 50 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:16
Is walking enough exercise after 50? How many steps do you really need? Does walking help with fat loss? In this episode of FAT LOSS SCHOOL, Amy Bryan explores the science behind one of the most powerful—and often overlo…