6 reasons why you can't lose weight over 40

[@desireehall-bl6qt]

You give a new definition of staying fit.

[@lovelivethewordwithc.m.c195]

It's not just women who experience this, but us over 40 men are dealing with this too.

[@cam129]

Yes! Drop in testosterone and other life issues.

[@rosie1877]

I did it all wrong, too much cardio not enough sleep and l was not eating enough protein and my calories were too low. Thank you Melissa 🌹

[@jackiebless7031]

I was doing the same will be changing it up this coming week thanks 🙏🏾

[@TheAedee]

Followed everything Melissa said and lost weight steadily till my mum had a stroke. Stress and sleep loss were two huge factors, still thankful I didn't fall off the wagon 💯 as I managed to keep most of the weight off. Back on track this week and raring to go. Thanks Melissa.

[@MelissaNeill]

Thanks for sharing this with me, Im so glad you’re back on track ❤️

[@carolinebasshealth]

Same 😢 I was doing so well and then my dad had a stroke last week and I’ve hardly slept since. Feel like I’m wading through thick fog. But still trying to move my body since it’s also mental stress relief for me and uplifts my spirits. Hoping our parents get through this 🙏🏻

[@TheAedee]

@@carolinebasshealth wishing you and your family the best❤️. I never understood how deep the bond between parents and children is till this happened. We will all get through this, sending you prayers, and warm hugs.

[@BrianneLeeHenry]

@@carolinebasshealth Sending love and strength to you. I had a family member who also had a stroke recently in her 20s. I think these covid shots are a lot more dangerous than we thought. 🙁

[@yourhappymamabear1851]

Thank you for the inspiration. 5 years ago I was lean and cut and between life/ work stressors, I gained 40lbs by the age of 49. The mindset shift is here now, because body image and depression blocked the process. Gorgeous peopl out there; you can and you will. Much much 💕

[@klomax7089]

Ive experienced all 6 but the worst has been sleep. I am working very very hard to get the rest I need. It makes a huge difference in what I see changing about my body.

[@staceyrivera475]

Thank you Melissa. I so struggle with my sleep and symptoms of menopause love your inspiration and good vibes.

[@stephiegetsit]

Melissa I was going at exercising really hard. Following several fitness gurus, IFBB pros. Even though I had no intention of competing, I just wanted to look like I do. Tight and buff . detesting the menopause plumping . Recently I really injured a thumb and took a break from muscle building. During the break I realized my cortisol levels had crept high on me ,I was bloated and the more I worked to get it off the more damage I was doing. Helplessly watching the scale numgoing up while seemingly doing all other things correctly. 2weeks no exercise I started loosing fluid and weight. My abdomen has magically started to cooperate. This morning 6 weeks since my injury and reduced workouts compared to before I am down 2.5 lbs and have more definition. Part of the realization of this came from you and your videos. Thank you

[@tanyaschaar5330]

My sugar cravings are off the chart.And I do have trouble eating enough protein..I'm working on it because of you,thank you.

[@godschild6890]

Menopause has been the cruelest experience for me, the sugar cravings always late late at night, I didn't even like sweets before menopause, I don't know what to do. On top of that I just had hysterectomy I'm 47,what advice can you give me?

[@DivineByDesignWithDani]

Same here @ sugar cravings. That and cheeseburgers. Wanting ice cream frequently and i actually do not like ice cream at all.

[@loisstrickland8947]

Same here with the ice cream craving and late at night sugar craving 🥴😳

[@libra88888]

@@DivineByDesignWithDani omg, cheeseburgers! Never ate them but now, over 40, I crave them I hate it!!!

[@SarahJones-un9xh]

Yes- late night sugar cravings! And had a hysterectomy last year at age 57.

[@amberphillips9641]

There are always substitutes like Keto ice cream bars, sugar free whip cream and sugar free jello. These are substitutes that I use when I'm craving sweets. Its better than the regular sugar.

[@75Cee]

I finally understand. I eat very well, but clearly not enough protein. I have done intermittent fasting for 22 years as a vegan. Now I eat eggs from our backyard chickens. I Spend time outdoors. I jog and do taekwon do. But I am 46 and am stressed because of the business I own and the thesis that I am trying to finish. That’s it! Thank you so much! I will give you an update in 3 months to see if I can learn to relax, sleep more and strength train more. Thanks again!

[@MelissaNeill]

you got this 💪🏽❤️

[@75Cee]

@@MelissaNeill Thank you! 😊

[@sj3601]

I have daily sugar cravings! I’m 49 and I feel frumpy with very little motivation 😞 I love your videos. They give me hope ❤️

[@ladyg1772]

Try acv

[@pamelabrinkmeyer9931]

I am doing more protein and when I get enough I don't crave carbs or fats either. Amazing how that works! Also I don't keep any junk in my visual field because it triggers my cravings and I start searching and justifying eating junk. Plus no snacking in between meals stops the searching mode that leads me to craving sugar. 🙂

[@susanh1447]

I just found you yesterday and I've downloaded your meal plan and checked out your programs. I'll see how it goes this week using your eating plan and workout. I'm so close to doing the six-week shred also. Of course, I've spent a fortune on every diet book, Nutri-System, WW, and Beachbody. I even have a home gym! I've been overweight for 9 years, after being thin all of my life. So sad.

[@MelissaNeill]

Have you checked out my app? You can use the workouts on the free 7 day program

[@75Cee]

Don’t give up! God’s got you.

[@ericagreen4015]

I resonated with almost everything you said about weight loss after 40. I’m 42 and I’ve noticed the difference in my body. Hopefully changing my habits will get me on track. Thanks Melissa

[@LevaStyles]

Her programs have helped me sooo much! She packs a punch into all her programs.. her materials are thorough and well thought out. So impressed with how she’s able to give me everything I need to be successful

[@dollypeeps]

Losing the weight wasn’t the problem at all it’s maintaining it that was the problem for me. I had to say lifestyle as if I say diet I lapse and gain again. I’ve been maintaining for the last 3 months.

[@RoseRose-hp4rq]

This comment is not meant to be taken the wrong way but I hope you will help a lot of people: to watch Melissa’s videos go into the speed and put it at one and a half.

[@lashays.crayton2128]

Oh this was great advice!! Thanks

[@thunda504fasho]

❤ Very helpful! The struggle is REAL. Sugar craving are through the roof!

[@marlacramer1026]

Thank you so much for the info! It has helped me a great deal! Lots of love from New Mexico! 💝

[@mazmazxavier3069]

Hi Melissa, Thank you for your enlightening educational video. My sleep is variable, which does have an impact on my energy and mood levels. My bedroom is a total mess! I will work on making my bedroom a place of calm and to try and reduce daily screen time, which can be a challenge, due to work, studying and social tasks.

[@MelissaNeill]

you got this🙏🏾❤️

[@bandanatamang1886]

Hi from Nepal 🇳🇵 ☺. Just saw your channel 😀. I am 50 single never married but still I put on weight. I love ❤ cardio workouts 💪. I still feel young. I am still having my periods .

[@MelissaNeill]

Love Cardio myself! You can access my programs at melissaneill.com/social

[@danicegewiss862]

My abs are tightening up. I'm loving forcing myself that extra pushup. I've been increasing my protein. I'm 56 and liking my body more. I need heavier weights. I also need to eat more. I've tried to eat 1200 calories daily. I was hungry all the time. I'm taking it to 1600 calories and seeing if it helps.

[@RACHELORI]

I have almost the same symptoms as everyone else here. I am 45, cannot lose not even 1 pound, even with 3 days of intermittent fasting, no carbs & no sugar on a daily basis. All of a sudden, I do not crave sugar anymore but I crave spaghetti, yet I have never liked spaghetti much ever. I am also hypothyroid & cannot find any motivation for exercise & this also affects my sleep. I do a Billy Blanks weight lifting video, 3x a week. I love his videos but still cannot see any results due to my hormones & health issues. Any advice you can give me is greatly appreciated because doctors really are not addressing my issues. Last, how long should I be concerned when I don't see results?

[@LifeInTheSunshine]

I'm 48, and did low carb for years before hitting perimenopause. I've discovered I needed the carbs to fuel workouts. I was also eating too little calories, around 1200 which caused weight to not budge. Increased my calories to around 1600 daily. The weight is slowly coming off. I strength train 3-4x a week, HIIT cardio 2x weekly. I've increased my protein which helps with my appetite. I have absolutely no cravings when I get enough protein and eat lot's of veggies. Everything Melissa is saying absolutely works. Don't expect overnight changes, but stick with it and you will see changes. Best wishes!

[@RACHELORI]

@@LifeInTheSunshine - thank you. I know I don't eat enough but that comes from years of watching calories. Some days I only eat 3 eggs & that's my one meal a day. I guess it would make sense to do the HIIT 2x a week as well.

[@LifeInTheSunshine]

@@RACHELORI I was so paranoid to eat carbs at first, thought I'd gain weight but it clicked when I started to feel better and lose weight. My diet is 98% whole foods, still have occasionally treats. Eating below your energy expenditure is a sure fire way to stall your weight or even gain weight ( body thinks it's starving so it holds on to fat for dear life!). You'll feel so much better eating carbs to fuel your body. Start off slowly introducing them like Melissa says and it'll be a game changer for sure.

[@shaywilliams7969]

I love this video! Thank you! ❤️

[@bootsie1212]

What about Peloton? How long? Should we only do HITT classes? What do you recommend? Help! 🙏🙏

[@dmjlcd]

I struggle with sleep because of hot flashes bad bedtime habits and stress.

[@75Cee]

Same

[@sandisayer2983]

Totally understand this ❤️ take care lovely

[@kovucat3468]

Hi Melissa, how do I start the resistant or weights from home when you have a weakness in the shoulders or rotator cuff?

[@DivineByDesignWithDani]

Never understood why so many women over 40 opt for liposuction..Im 46...and now i totally get it.

[@SunshineKK99]

I totally get it too. That stubborn fat is holding on for dear life!! 😭

[@Opal5674]

I feel like fainting when I see liposuction done on video and I'm not normally squeamish. I could never.

[@AGirlNamedVan]

😭😭😭I just had cupcakes. How do you get rid of sugar craving? I'm nearing 40..but I feel like 60

[@marcelledueza9194]

I try to do weights 3 to o 4 times a week and cardio 1 I go good for a while, then I come down with something and miss working out for about a month and get upset because I have to pretty much start again I’m wondering if it’s my peri menopause that’s affecting me and stopping me from being consistent

[@nb7524]

Thank you! I love your channel😁👍🏽

[@MelissaNeill]

Glad you enjoy it!😃😃

[@bigandfine]

Yes Beautiful I agree with you im 43 going on 44 in October and cardio I dont like anyway I love weights strength training,but im trying to cut because im getting so thick what's the best way to cut while keeping your curves?

[@MelissaNeill]

Strength training is not the issue you need to get your nutrition in check

[@johnetta76]

Thank you for sharing… I too have been doing it all backwards. Your story of the ups and downs to workout and diet prior are exactly where I’m at now! Im changing direction and hitting strength training and meal plan with more protein!

[@75Cee]

Right on! I’m starting too!

[@annanicole7642]

Thanks for sharing 💕

[@christinajones4779]

is the daily protein allowance, plant or animal protein or both?

[@hazeldaniels2540]

HI Melissa .. Do you have a catalogue on how I can purchase any of your books on cardio .. Thanks..

[@tammys701]

My problem is consistency. As a single women, running a bussiness I get stressed. I reward myself with champagne and friends. I never married, no kids and now 49 meanapause iv gained 30kilos! I just want to cry. How do I socialise while everyones eating scones and Champagne? There all skinny! I get lonely without my friends but I keep falling off the wagon everytime I socialise. Any advice?

[@misskay6831]

I'm late to this video. But I just did 10 mins HIIT on the treadmill for the first time yesterday. And I lost belly fat this morning. So much time wasted doing steady state walking.

[@EchosJourneys]

For me it was my hormonal birth control (Mirena IUD). Now that I've had it removed and I am following all of your advise I'll hopefully loss the weight the BC put on me and get back to my "real" body. Please remind the other ladies that if in their 40s and still on hormonal birth control that could be the reason for weight, not just menopause.

[@louferguson7048]

Is this still true if your very short? I’m 5’2. And is IF okay for us?

[@Radtech2002]

Melissa, please share the exercises that correct Diastasis Recti! Thank you!

[@laurarrrr4745]

Thank you so much and I am trying to follow your 7 day diet plan but my biggest problem is sugar cravings!! How do you fight that? Any tips or recommendations would be greatly appreciated! Thank you

[@allmondeemommabrown5030]

Thanks I definitely thought about the sleep issue. I'd I don't sleep well I can't get up and workout 😩

[@thegroundedbodywurx6626]

Melissa I share your info with everyone and at 59 you have changed my Life. . . I want to be a swimwear model too

[@marcyz1013]

What exercises are you doing on non HIIT days?

[@bootsie1212]

Yes! I need to know this too. 🙏

[@MelissaNeill]

Nothing strenuous you shouldn't exercise everyday your body needs some rest days.

[@byceefrost3175]

48 and joint pain is what’s killing me .. 5 feet 7 and weigh 165 pounds .. goal is 150 or 145 . Hello from London

[@gretchenrodriguez]

HELP! I can’t find the nutrition guide anywhere! 😭😎😊

[@trishmarie9686]

How much carbs should we consume daily

[@glass_slippers7337]

Is it bad to go over the recommended daily protein ?

[@glass_slippers7337]

If I need 170 grams of protein per day, is it best to divide it throughout the day?

[@JNYC212]

So if I do strength training M/W/F, when should I do my cardio?

[@MelissaNeill]

post strength training works well - don't do cardio before strength training though

[@JNYC212]

@@MelissaNeill Thankyou! 7lbs down.... I'm 44 and you are so right, it gets harder as you get older but it is possible 🙌🏽💪🏽

[@selfmade1086]

Can you create full body a kettle bell workout ?

[@MJ-uz7cf]

Very informative thank you

[@natasharochelle3218]

How much hours of sleep you recommend we get??

[@swathimule5738]

Mam can u do special vidios for workout routine for biginers like me...... I d'nt have any knowledge of giming, an fitness. Can u plz help out..... Plz🙏 I am from India..... 🙏🙏🙏

[@Just_me_1974]

It's hard to strength train when you have chronic neck pain. I simply cannot lift. Especially overhead or those side arm raises. Being vegan makes it harder to get the protein in without going over on carbs and I refuse to eat animals. I'm out of luck.

[@VeggieVllc]

You’re not out of luck! You don’t need high protein diet, but if you want that, check out some high protein vegan meal plans on KZbin. Lots of those. Caloric deficit will cause weight loss. That with walking, maybe some body weight exercises…you’re good to go.

[@Just_me_1974]

@@VeggieVllc I hope I can figure it out. Thanks for your comment.

[@hannahandrainn]

I'm plant based and eat lots of protein. Beans, tofu, tempeh, vegetables have a little in too. Calisthenics might be the way to go for you 😊

[@allthingsconsideredaa]

Plenty of vegan protein powders and bars also

[@Star-uk1kh]

Try a good quality Pea or Hemp protein powder , make a smoothie , I've just started adding Sea moss gel to mine to get my minerals in . I do vegan keto and don't like soya so my solution was Pea protein powder. .

[@klassyk8582]

No matter what I do I can't eat more that 1000 calories per day. I have to fight real hard to get in 1200 but when I do that I have too much carbs. I am not loosing as much weight and I started weight training. I lost 20 lbs on Keto I have not gained it back which is good. Looks like i need to get more calories in to loose more weigrh

[@MelissaNeill]

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

[@aliciamaria2730]

Love ya 🤎🤎🤎🤎👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🤎🤎🤎

[@tiffanyreed6039]

I work graveyard any advice on how to manage weight lost

[@MelissaNeill]

I offer programs that can be done right at home and You can access my programs at melissaneill.com/social

[@everythingwithroro9592]

Hi , I hope you read my message and give an answer I can't go to gym I have no equipments Can you do some exercises that we can do at home and will change our body I will so much grateful thank you I love you

[@MelissaNeill]

I offer a variety of home based programs and You can access my programs at melissaneill.com/social

[@hoops8534]

I struggle with sugar 😩

[@jademichaels5553]

You take in 160 grams of protein? So you weigh 160lbs ? Not that that’s high but wow you are so lean!

[@MelissaNeill]

EXACTLY

[@allthingsconsideredaa]

She doesn't weigh 160. She weighs about 125 normally from all the videos I watch, but she competes in body building and bikini competitions so she eats a lot of protein to maintain muscle

[@bubbles2868]

Eat good quality protein and enough of it, and low GI carbs....those sugar cravings will go away.

[@HummingbirdJewel]

Just a suggestion: Why can I lose weight over 40? ….

[@gingerkelly7635]

Beautiful woman Beautiful body. I want to look at least galf as good so my husband won't keep his hands off me

[@MelissaNeill]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@allthingsconsideredaa]

Do it for yourself because if your husband isn't all over you just how you are now, he may never be, but you're worth being healthy and fit all on your own.

[@CageVincent]

👍🌟💝💝💝💝💝