Becoming Her: Fitter, Better and Stronger Over 40 · April 13, 2026 · 6 min

EP 73: Stop Eating 1200 Calories to Lose Fat Over 40

Send us Fan Mail If you’re eating 1200 calories and not seeing fat loss, this episode explains why. We break down how under-eating often leads to overeating, why you may not actually be in a true deficit, and how chronic dieting can lower your metabolism over time. I also share a client example where we increased calories from 1200 to 1900, improved hunger, energy, and strength, and saw the scale start to drop. You’ll walk away with a simpler, more effective approach to fat loss that focuses ...