@drmindypelz: We need to let go of the myth that more cardio automatically equals more weight loss, especially once you move into your 40s and beyond. Hours of pushing harder and harder can become another stressor on a body that may already be navigating changes in hormones, sleep, and stress - and high-intensity or excessive training without enough recovery can contribute to elevated cortisol. And here’s the frustrating part: cardio-maxxing isn’t necessarily the catalyst that makes stubborn belly fat disappear. This chapter is about working smarter with your changing metabolism. Prioritizing strength and muscle, walking and everyday movement, strategic bursts of intensity, recovery, and lowering the overall stress load instead of trying to outrun belly fat on a treadmill 💙

Dr. Mindy Pelz

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