# EP 78: Why Fat Loss Feels Harder After 40 (And The Truth About Metabolism Nobody Told Us)

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Podcast: [Becoming Her: Fitter, Better and Stronger Over 40](https://stenobird.com/podcast/becoming-her-fitter-better-and-stronger-over-40-7136610)
Published: 2026-05-18T09:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 765

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Send us Fan Mail Why does fat loss suddenly feel so much harder after 40? In this video, I’m sharing the truth about metabolism after 40, age-related muscle loss, chronic dieting, and why eating LESS and doing more can actually work AGAINST body composition over time. I also share how I rebuilt my own body and metabolism after years of dieting and why I now eat more at 47 than I did in my 20s, while looking and feeling better. LINKS: Free Mastering Metabolism Masterclass If you have any que...

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