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#5 The Truth About Intermittent Fasting with Korin Nolan
In this episode with Corinne Nolan of Power Pilates UK, we bust myths about intermittent fasting, explain why protein is crucial for women over 40, and tackle whether fat loss really gets harder with age.
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Intermittent Fasting, Protein, and Fat Loss Over 40 with Corinne Nolan & Max Lowery
Tired of feeling “hungry all the time” and not seeing results, especially after 40?
This episode shows you how to use intermittent fasting and protein (without diet rules) to boost energy, reduce cravings, and make fat loss simpler.
In this chat with Corinne Nolan (Power Pilates UK) and coach/author Max Lowery, we bust the biggest myths about intermittent fasting and talk honestly about what changes for women in perimenopause and beyond. If you’ve tried skipping breakfast, counting calories, or “being good” and still get stuck—this one’s for you.
What you’ll learn (in real talk, not diet talk):
Intermittent fasting 101: Why it’s a tool—not a magic pill—and how flexible fasting (like Max’s Two-Meal Day) helps you listen to real hunger instead of the clock.
The real benefits: Easier calorie control, more steady energy, and less hunger thanks to better metabolic flexibility.
What breaks a fast? Coffee with a splash of milk won’t derail lifestyle benefits. Save stricter rules for long fasts (24+ hours), which most people don’t need.
Workouts & fasting: How to adjust your eating window around early HIIT or simply add a protein shake after training without “ruining” your fast.
Over 40 changes: How lower estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone affect metabolism, sleep, and cravings—and why all-or-nothing dieting backfires here.
Protein made simple: Aim for about 1.2–1.8 g per kg body weight (more when actively losing) to support muscle, bone health, and fullness. Pair it with resistance training for strength and a higher metabolic rate.
Easy protein wins: Prioritize real food first—chicken, turkey, tuna, eggs, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, tofu/tempeh, beans + careful carbs—use protein shakes when helpful, skip candy-bar “protein” snacks.
Lifestyle first: Walk more, manage emotional eating, sleep better, and plan for real life (meals out, weekends, travel). Success lives between “perfect” and “nothing.”
If you want a kinder, smarter way to lose weight in perimenopause and menopause—without cutting all the foods you love—this episode will help you shift your mindset and your habits.
Want daily tips, success stories, and practical strategies for food freedom?
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