Mistakes I made over 50 to lose belly fat and how I put them right

[@MelissaNeill]

Check out my programs and Android and Iphone app specifically designed for women over 40: melissaneill.com/social

[@angi334]

I can't tell you how much I appreciate that you showed a pic of your belly before. Now I'm 100% convinced that it's possible to lose the belly fat. I thought I was stuck with it forever. Thank you for being so open and honest.

[@topcat2033]

Ha! Same here....

[@Catty19748]

Yep. I remember when I use to run daily and I gained a bit of weight. This was in my mid 30s. Not to diss running but I found I had this uncontrollable hunger afterwards. I walk now (alongside my strength training) and it is soooooo enjoyable alongside great results!

[@MelissaNeill]

yes! walking is great. I love walking

[@Maelu-op9gf]

So good to know ❤️

[@jenniferwellden476]

Thank you for your honesty and insight. I am 52 and trying to lose belly weight. I'm starting to try your methods and I am praying for results.

[@KseniaCook]

Thank you Melissa! Can you please do a video on over training, over exercising, how to deal with injuries and recovery? Thank you ❤️

[@Blah-blah-blah696]

I'm pulling my hair out! I'm sick of being over weight, I'm determined to drop the weight but I do feel there is not enough people like Melissa to guide us on the right path. I in corporated weights into my workout an I felt more of the burn than my regular cardio

[@MelissaNeill]

You can download a free meal plan here bodybybikini.mykajabi.com/offers/ihroT5f3 and take a look at my what I eat in a day on KZbin kzbin.info/aero/PLWo5LlRliXrZC6evUeDGhsmbnButlN20L You can access my programs at melissaneill.com/social

[@supersweet131]

Melissa, are you tired of hearing me say that I love how you talk slow and emphasize each word??? Thank you for speaking so carefully. And thank you for all of the advice. Love you❤️

[@cassiem6029]

This gave me lots to think about and was a "ah ha" moment for sure. I'm 46 now and every attempt I make to just do what I've always done results in me binging and gaining more and more. This has skyrocketed in the last two years and I'm pretty bummed.

[@MelissaNeill]

I’m glad it’s helpful. remember you got this! You can access my programs at melissaneill.com/social

[@whitneymartinez3342]

Unfortunately, I also had to learn all of this the hard way. You're so right about all of these tips! It's exactly what ended up working for me. I'm glad you're getting this information out there to women who really need to hear it. Cardio is NOT your best friend.

[@MelissaNeill]

Glad it was helpful!

[@cybrpunk]

I just found your channel today and I'm ecstatic. I can relate with your story so much. Even your before figure is similar to mine now. In my youth, I was an amateur triathlete so after years of chronic illness, I thought I knew what I need to do to get back into shape once I was stable. So wrong. Running was not working anymore. Nothing has worked. I didn't think it was possible anymore at my age (51). I always weight trained but not to the extent I needed to, and focusing too much on cardio. I will now be focusing more on weights. I'm now just starting to get out of the starvation calorie and fasting mindset and I hope to finally be on a journey to repair my metabolism, get back what I used to have, or even better, improve on it. Thank you for being an inspiration.

[@beneficialfrequencies8907]

I can relate to your story. I too was on limited calories and fasting with alot of cardio. I never lost any weight and felt sluggish. I have been following this channel for 5 weeks and I am eating regularly again and weight training following Melissa's training vidros. I feel great. My clothes fit better. I have lost weight. My mental health is way better all in just 5 weeks. I'm going to do 3 months then will up my dumbells weight and hit the gym. I'm also planning on joining Melissa's the strong women's club after 3 months. So glad to have found her.

[@cybrpunk]

@Beneficial Frequencies So happy to meet others going through the same thing.

[@MelissaNeill]

im happy you’re here, you got this!

[@MelissaNeill]

so glad you’re here!

[@MelissaNeill]

remember that you got this!

[@sw_fit50s]

I have always done a tone of high intensity cardio and it’s not working anymore and I have the tummy fat but as you said it’s so hard to wrap your head around that not working anymore plus I love it 😪 thanks for this ❤️

[@MelissaNeill]

no problem! you got this. You can access my programs at melissaneill.com/social

[@malaplava4865]

Calorie deficit and intermittent fasting did a trick for me plus i am on whole plant based diet without oil and sugar and reduced salt and reduced my cardio and up my weight training 😍

[@MelissaNeill]

Great job!

[@kwucmp]

Hi girl I'm kinda a mirror to your journey. Im a strength trainer and most my clients are 45 and over. I love your Chanel. Thank you for speaking truth for us older ladies.

[@carolejean63]

I’m 10 years post menopausal. I’ve lost 30 pounds this last year on low carb Intermittent fasting. I felt amazing but I’ve stalled now for months . 10 to 15 more pounds to go it’s not budging. I’m not on any HRT never have, no need.

[@aurorawilson7367]

So glad I found your channel! I'm in my fifties and have always been relatively fit. But I've been gaining weight slowly over the years. I even started training for a 10k and gained weight! I was so discouraged but now I'm re energized!

[@supercat438]

Thank you very much for this video, Melissa! Really helpful! I have also the problem that my belly is always bloated. Can you make a video about bloating too?

[@MelissaNeill]

Great suggestion!

[@supercat438]

@@MelissaNeill Thank you very much!

[@eveelliot2109]

Menopausal belly bloat. My belly would blow up like a balloon. Daily fasts and cutting out certain drinks ^ foods. Bread peanuts and coca cola ...this worked for me.

[@supercat438]

@@eveelliot2109 Thanks!

[@celiamitchell4969]

That is a great suggestion. I'm sick of bloating out of nowhere and not knowing why it's happening.

[@terridenson5291]

Thank you for sharing your wisdom. I’m on that journey.

[@jeepgurl1379]

Thank you Melissa!!!!!

[@MelissaNeill]

You are so welcome!

[@MoneyWiseMOM]

Love your advice I turned 50 in July 2022. Keep doing what u love.

[@MelissaNeill]

Thank you!

[@katejgrossman]

I love your videos! I know you say that it’s necessary to be in a calorie deficit, but also not to drop calories too low. Can you say what the appropriate deficit would be, and the best way to calculate base calories burned? I find even when eating high protein and lots of veg, and relatively “clean,” I’m always going to be hungry unless I eat about 1750 calories a day. I used to be able to lose weight doing this, but now that I’m 42, it’s just not working.

[@elizabetht6965]

So much fantastic information. I love your channel.

[@MelissaNeill]

Thanks so much!

[@topcat2033]

Hi Melissa - I was doing the wrong exercises you mentioned, thank you for setting it straight. I definitely don't want to bulk up my tummy! 💛

[@MelissaNeill]

you got this ❤️

[@rhondaedwards664]

Hello Ms. Melissa. You are such a beautiful woman with a lovely and sincere disposition! Thank you for sharing your experience with us to learn :-)

[@MelissaNeill]

Thank you so much!

[@valrice817]

Hello Melissa! At 53yr, I appreciate these tips!

[@MelissaNeill]

Glad it was helpful!

[@YahArmor]

thank you for your help and authenticity! I am 47 and I had always been quite active and fit but after having a child at 40, I put on 25 pounds and now battling perimenopause … however this BATTLE will be won! with mindset very strong and engaged… with your example and info… I got this … YOU ALL GOT THIS! 💪

[@MelissaNeill]

you definitely got this

[@magnoliazone6]

Thank you for the detailed explanation. I love your channel ❤

[@sally3570]

Thank you!!! Great guidance and what I’ve been looking for!

[@MelissaNeill]

Glad it was helpful!

[@pboyd8354]

Thank you for this. For me ive tried so many different strategies nothing worked, so i gave up. Well that really wasn't helpful. It is disappointing going through it and not getting results. Appreciate your support.

[@2011birch]

Love the way you talk & explain things. You're wonderful support for us women.

[@MelissaNeill]

Thank you so much!

[@2011birch]

@@MelissaNeill 🙂🌷 you're welcome.

[@tonyawilhour3284]

Just found you on utube and loving your content. I downloaded your app too and love how simple it it to use.

[@franceshendrix4246]

Thank you Melissa this was very helpful!🙏🏽

[@1213jewelry]

You're such a blessing💙

[@selfmade1086]

Hi Melissa I’m watching all your older videos from 2 years ago and learning so much more

[@MelissaNeill]

Wonderful!

[@lhart9492]

THANK YOU VERY MUCH, you are truly inspirational!!!

[@MelissaNeill]

Wow, thank you!

[@SirenASMR_]

Good advice but I am saving for 360 lipo on my entire abdomen . I am almost 50 and some people just have more fat around midsection and instead of beating myself up . I am going to help myself by removing it permanently and just keep eating right and exercising properly for my age .

[@merrinfrancis6955]

This is so great. It’s things you hear sometimes but can forget - how specially when you said make weight training your main form of exercise. That hit home. Would you be willing to share your maintenance calories? Thanks for all your time and information!

[@MelissaNeill]

Glad it was helpful!

[@danicegewiss862]

I was at the doctor a week or so ago. I had gained weight, but my clothes fit better. They told me I was overweight. I think it's the pound of bricks vs a pound of feathers theory. I'm working out more and my size keeps shrinking. My abs are tighter. Thank you!

[@MelissaNeill]

Great job! you got this

[@tammystegall5130]

Do you think a rebounder is a great tool ?

[@daysoftheboo]

Thank you so much for this information awesome I'm 39 I've been struggling with belly fat for well since I was a teenager but I've also been working out since I was 19 however I made many many mistakes many fitness mistakes to the point where I have osteoporosis now at 39 because of my mistakes so now I work out for health aesthetics and Bone strings but one thing's for sure I want to get rid of my belly fat so badly! Watching your video has made me realize I made many mistakes when it comes to trying to get rid of this belly fat along with belly fat I want to tighten tone up my inner thighs strengthen my glutes and strengthen my bones ❤️🙏🏻💪🏻

[@MelissaNeill]

You got this

[@aren8484]

I’ve been doing an incline treadmill walk for about 20 mins four times a week. It’s been working better for me at losing belly fat than HIIT, I am in menopause. HIIT tires me out, and I like having energy the next day for my lifting lol

[@daysoftheboo]

@@MelissaNeill thank you ❤️❤️ I really hope so this journey is hard lots of challenges but I want to get through this 🙏🏻

[@daysoftheboo]

@@aren8484 just doing treadmill inclining that's all it took and it helped you burn off belly fat? That sounds so much better than going for intense runs doing lots of sit-ups I can't do crunches anymore because I can't flex my spine I don't want to do HIIT training because I think at this point after everything I put my body through I need to be a little more gentle the only time I go somewhat intense is what I'm doing jumping exercises

[@aren8484]

@@daysoftheboo yes it’s my main type of cardio to burn fat, you do have to do at least a 9 to 12 for incline as a suggestion. This makes your body have to work to walk at am incline, and try not to hold on to the treadmill. You can walk slow and still burn lots of calories. I never go longer than 25 mins. Also, the elliptical machine gets it done for me, I do 15 mins max on the elliptical. I tried hiit for two weeks and it wore me out, I was eating in a caloric deficit of 500 calories and I eat 2200 a day. I just didn’t have the energy to lift weights for my next training session after doing hiit. I believe everyone is different so hiit does work for others, just not me lol. Also, I do my cardio after lifting.

[@trulysensitive5620]

Thank you so so much Melissa.

[@changed2041]

Can you please do videos on recti diastasis?? I need help with that!

[@Mz.M.2757]

Thank you for helping us! 🤗

[@MelissaNeill]

My pleasure!

[@dominiqueuniquenique9752]

Great advice. I'm struggling to lose my last 10lbs and think maybe I'm doing too much cardio. I have a nutrition coach to keep me on track food wise but I think I might be out exercising my food plan.

[@MelissaNeill]

You got this! You can access my programs at melissaneill.com/social

[@LunarEclipse-xv8jx]

It’s an extra big struggle to lose belly fat when you have a bowl of Haagen daz 3 days straight😜. Gotta get back on track.

[@gogaj5081]

So happy to find you..thank you so much for sharing 💗

[@MelissaNeill]

You are so welcome!

[@meenakumar9543]

Really informative ! 🙏

[@cutina5640]

Hi Melissa I’m trying to get a physique like you or close to (hehe)☺️so I definitely will be downloading your app .. thankyou so much for sharing🥰

[@MelissaNeill]

Yay! you got this

[@lilibethvilella]

Thank you for spurring us on ⚔️

[@NatrllyNat]

Super appreciative of your video content!! Keep them coming Mel!! One question, what supplements do you take if any? Any protein shakes or powders you recommend? Thanks again❤️

[@afsanehkalali9185]

Thank you Melissa ❤

[@MelissaNeill]

You're welcome!

[@OhMGtoo]

Thank God i found you … may i ask what program could you suggest for someone like me who has knee/joint issues? Thank you.

[@BreakThroughTessTimmons]

Can u remind me of the waist trainer u purchased for weight training? Thank u. Enjoying your tip in Tahoe, CA.

[@MelissaNeill]

Yes I can www.amazon.com/shop/msmelissaneill

[@germainenicholas9693]

Very informative Mel. Thank you

[@MelissaNeill]

Any time!

[@HaslinaMohamed70]

Thank you very much for your good advice Melissa🙋🏻

[@MelissaNeill]

Glad it was helpful!

[@whitneylilucious]

Love this video. I'm currently doing a lot of this

[@MelissaNeill]

great 😃

[@BuildingYourInheritance]

So true and my physical therapist said once I understand the science of pain then I’ll be able to learn how to turn off my over worked central nervous system; what’s your insight on that Melissa

[@changed2041]

I'm not near 40 but this a good video, it's helping me!

[@MelissaNeill]

I’m glad

[@julielepage1315]

Now I'm really confused to what exercise I should be doing Also I am losing body fat but not weight.

[@tresseyadams]

When you engage regularly with strength training there is a good probability that there will be moments where the number on the scale doesn’t go down, but your clothing size, strength (and confidence) will. That’s the power of transforming body composition 👍🏼

[@Nativity-DiscipleshipFormation]

Do you think this is doable without hormone replacement therapy? I have not seen anybody in their 50s have good results unless they’re on hormone replacement therapy. I am hesitant to try HRT. But My relentless hot flashes are making it more of a possibility in my mind every day lol

[@zuckerrat8272]

I am 54 and not taking any HRT and never have. Her suggestions work for me.

[@rhondat9596]

I have a question: I had a hysterectomy inwhich i have a bikini cut, i realize i cant seem to get to the muscle due to the fat thats there, the cut that was performed on my lower belly seems to me to be hindering that area, how can i target that fat area without having surgery (yes i have been thinking about it but i dont want too, i want to work it off), and btw, i am physically fit, i workout 3-5x a week, take my 2 day breaks, and still working to be aggressive on my eating (thats why i said thanks for this information). Thank you for the info you will provide, i sure i will not be disappointed and will be very appreciative in the information you give me.....Have a wonderful day and Thanks for what you do!!!

[@settiebhajan753]

Thank u mel❤❤🇹🇹

[@Leaffycottage]

Thank you ❤️

[@MelissaNeill]

Any time!

[@mmc1086]

Hey I’d really like to be slim but am worried using dumbbells I bought will bulk my body and make what little breast tissue I have disappear. Made the mistake of using an exercise bike in the past which bulked my hips instead of slimming them like I’d heard it would. Still haven’t slimmed down back to normal despite stopping the biking over 2 years ago. Thanks xox

[@kishabethany]

I have these thoughts too. I ALWAYS skip the chest exercises. No bench press, no push-ups, I hope it works 🤞🏽

[@AlerieHightower]

All of this worked for me from the onset of menopause at 48, until this past year when I turned 55. Since then, my body composition has shifted, and no amount of strength training and high protein intake seems to help now. My weight is the same, but all of my clothes are too tight and I jiggle more. Another trainer suggested adding more HIIT and reducing my calories slightly. This seems counterintuitive, but I guess I'm going to try it and see what happens. Ugh!

[@MelissaNeill]

you got this! You can access my programs at melissaneill.com/social

[@AlerieHightower]

@@MelissaNeill Thank you so much. I think I may try the Six Week Shred. You are such an inspiration!

[@onangelwings462]

I too was doing great in menopause until the age of 52 now at 55 I don't recognize myself

[@jamyl8368]

Thank you so much.

[@MelissaNeill]

You're welcome!

[@rhondat9596]

Thank you on this information.

[@MelissaNeill]

Glad it was helpful!

[@daysir1779]

Thank you for the advise 🙂

[@MelissaNeill]

Any time!

[@actmrhata5079]

Can I follow these principles as a woman in her late 20s early 30’s?

[@MelissaNeill]

yes

[@celiamitchell4969]

Hi Ms. Melissa . I'm afraid of loose skin after weight loss. Did you have this issue and how did you solve it ?

[@tresseyadams]

Doing strength training at the forefront of your weight loss journey does wonders for lessening the amount of loose skin one would have. Much like Melissa, I lost over 70 pounds and have very little loose skin at 51 😀

[@LS-ou9lj]

So helpful

[@MelissaNeill]

So glad!

[@francescasignorile6095]

I am so happy I found your channel. I have osteoporosis and just discovered strength training. Do you have any videos on strength training with someone with osteoporosis? Also I would like to ask can you strength train every single day? I would appreciate any information. 🤗

[@MelissaNeill]

I have this video for back pain kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4PWfn9jqb6egJY also I do coaching through my strong woman’s club program melissaneill.com/strongwomanclub/

[@LittleIowa]

One hamburger patty only has 15 g of protein, I am trying to figure out how in the world I can get 120 g of protein in my body a day.

[@siesies000]

Thankyou

[@MelissaNeill]

You’re welcome 😊

[@mrscf8865]

Hi Melissa, so we shouldn't be doing body weight core exercises?

[@kwucmp]

I love using weights for my abs..have to disagree some what with this. My abs are awsome..

[@kjfowler]

Following your advice to lift heavier weights has caused a severe wrist injury. I am not green to weight lifting or exercise. But I will stick to what I know. I also bought your program........that's all I'll say about that. But I wish you the Best.

[@cherisseharris570]

Why don't you just say you didn't have the proper form while lifting?? I lift heavy and you must have proper form to avoid injury!!

[@mdte5421]

I digress but I love that frida khalo art behind you. She even motivates me to work out 😜💪🏽

[@MelissaNeill]

I love it!

[@Becky_Cal]

One gram of protein/lbs is WAY TOO MUCH protein. It’s actually an outdated health guideline that has now been adjusted because too much protein puts an extremely high burden on your kidneys! In fact, when people are diagnosed with chronic kidney failure (CKF), they are required to keep protein intake at no more than .8 gums per KG of body weight for that reason-to reduce stress on the kidneys. As such, a person weighing 150 lbs weighs 68 KG x .8 = 54 grams. This person should consume around 54 gms of protein! Be careful not to damage your kidneys and end up on dialysis. 50-90 gms of protein is enough for most people who weigh between 150 to 250 lbs.

[@MelissaNeill]

great tip, thank you

[@Andy-xb7jv]

you always show just one pic from"before"...show more from before

[@Laughter17]

1600 calories? I am scared 😮

[@onangelwings462]

Wow I don't see belly fat in your photos

[@MelissaNeill]

💪🏽😄

[@kimberlywright4988]

Just dry fast