114. Strength, Fat Loss, and Nutrition Truths for Women 40+ with Dr. Derek Alessi
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The scale won’t budge no matter what you do. You're wondering how to actually lose fat, build muscle, and feel stronger in midlife. You see so many things online and feel confused. This episode will help you move in the right direction.
In this episode, I sit down with fitness and nutrition expert Dr. Derek Alessi to unpack the myths keeping midlife women like you stuck. He helps you narrow down what to focus on for true fat loss, muscle gain, and longevity.
Dr. Derek practically lays out the plan for you and shares where to start. We also discuss the importance of muscle as you age and the benefits of having more muscle. Listen to the facts about why the scale is not the best indicator of your health and longevity.
I even have Dr. Derek rate some of the fitness and nutrition trends you are hearing and seeing online.
This is a must-listen if you’re a woman in your 40s, 50s, or 60s ready to stop spinning your wheels and finally feel confident and strong in your body.
Highlights
00:46 The #1 goal women 45+ ask Dr. Alessi for help with
01:41 The real difference between losing weight and losing fat—and why the scale lies
06:48 Visceral fat vs. subcutaneous fat: why it matters for your health
09:17 Best tools for measuring body composition (DEXA, InBody scans, and more)
10:18 Does metabolism really slow down with age? The truth about muscle loss and calorie burn
12:24 Can you build muscle after 70? Yes—and here’s how
15:17 Strength vs. muscle: what to focus on and how often to train
19:52 Strength training, cardio, balance, and mobility: what really matters for midlife women
24:07 The biggest obstacle to changing your nutrition isn’t strategy—it’s mindset
29:44 What most midlife women are missing in their nutrition plan (hint: it’s not carbs)
33:16 MCT oil, good fats, and how to reduce cravings. Hear about Dr. Derek’s products
34:55 Why weighted vests, creatine, and collagen can support your midlife goals
39:45 Fasted workouts vs. fueled workouts: what’s best for fat loss and strength
46:43 The power of CGMs (continuous glucose monitors) for understanding blood sugar and fat loss
About Dr. Derek Alessi
Dr. Derek Alessi, PhD, is a leading expert in body fat reduction, medication reduction, and lifestyle improvement. With a doctorate in health and physical education and a master’s in nutrition, Dr. Derek has spent over 30 years helping adults improve their health through body composition tracking, intelligent exercise, and nutrition strategies that support longevity. He owns Dr. Derek Health & Fitness in East Amherst, NY, and is the author of The Bermuda Triangle Diet, Lose Fat Forever, and The Promise Health and Fitness System.
A frequent media contributor, Dr. Derek has appeared on over 2,100 TV segments, 400 radio shows, and 250 podcasts, and is a health contributor for USA Today. He also hosts Live It Fit Now! on NBC Buffalo and NBC Cleveland. Dr. Derek is the founder and CEO of Strength Genesis, a supplement company dedicated to creating premium, natural products with sustainable packaging.
Connect with Dr. Derek Alessi
Strength Genesis Website: https://strengthgenesis.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/strengthgenesis/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strengthgenesis/
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