Midlife Weight Gain: Why It Happens and How to Fix It

Struggling with stubborn weight gain, low energy, and muscle loss? You're not alone—and it's not your fault.

If you’ve looked in the mirror lately and thought, "What happened?"—you’re not crazy. You’re not lazy. You’re not doing anything wrong. You’re likely just in the middle of something no one prepared you for: the hormonal storm of perimenopause and menopause.

In a recent podcast episode, I sat down with Lynn Sederlöf-Airisto, Certified Menopause Fitness Coach and host of the 40+ Fitness for Women podcast. Lynn shared powerful, science-backed insights on why traditional fitness routines aren’t cutting it anymore—and what busy women can do to get their strength, confidence, and bodies back.

Here’s what every busy mom and dad in Fulshear needs to know:

1. Your Metabolism Isn’t Broken—Your Muscle Mass Is Declining

From ages 20 to 60, your metabolism doesn’t naturally slow down… if your muscle mass stays the same.

But here’s the kicker: most of us are quietly losing 3–8% of our muscle mass every decade, and even faster once we hit perimenopause. That means even if your scale weight hasn’t changed, you’ve likely replaced muscle with fat—and that’s a major reason your body feels different and looks different.

👉 Bottom line: To maintain a strong metabolism, you need to preserve and rebuild muscle.

2. Group Fitness Might Be Holding You Back

Lynn didn’t hold back here—and she’s right.

If you’re spending hours doing bootcamp, body pump, or OrangeTheory, but still not seeing results, it’s probably because those programs mostly train muscle endurance, not muscle strength.

And it’s your strength-building Type II muscle fibers that decline fastest with age—and that matter most for your shape, metabolism, and long-term independence.

👉 Bottom line: Lifting heavier weights (safely) is the most effective way to get toned, strong, and lean.

3. You Don’t Have to “Get Bulky”—You Have to Get Started

We get it. You're busy. You don’t want to waste time. And you're not trying to become a bodybuilder.

But here’s the truth: lifting heavy for YOU doesn’t make you bulky—it makes you powerful. Confident. Capable. More energetic and present for your kids, your partner, and your life.

Lynn recommends starting with just two full-body strength workouts per week. It can be as simple as a few basic movements done consistently.

👉 Bottom line: You don’t need more time. You need the right program—and a coach to guide you.

You can’t afford to wait. Your body isn’t going to fix itself.

If you're ready to regain control, build real strength, and feel good in your body again…

👉 Get started on your fitness journey by clicking the button: Talk To A Trainer

Let’s make your next mirror moment one you’re proud of.