
Why track body composition instead of weight after 40
From 40s Fitness Reset | Longevity-focused and science-backed approach to weight loss, aging, time-effective high return habits, target visceral fat by Jihane Farrell, former aging research scientist, PhD-level longevity coach, ADAPT-Certified Functional Health Coach
May 25, 2026 · 24 min · Episode 55
About this episode
This episode discusses the importance of tracking body composition instead of weight for better health and longevity after 40.
It’s 2026 and you are still looking at your weight? Stop! You are missing out! You are missing out on a metric that is superior in every way Not only tracking body composition is much more closely related to your longevity, a better indicator of overall health and strength If you want to be in control of your weight instead of it controlling you, If you need an evidence-based approach to transform your body This episode is for you It is also for you if you are someone who have been able to lose 10, 20, 30 lbs but cannot seem to keep it off. You need to listen!! Today I give you 3 reasons to stop tracking body weight and start tracking body composition. What happens when you make this shift? You can start transforming your body without torturing yourself, you will heal your relationship to foods and control your weight instead of having your weight control you. And, when you are ready, here are ways I can help you: 📏 Get your data: Body composition “Inbody scan” near me or get 10% off your smart scale using https://renpho.com/discount/DRJIHANE?ref=lxnrxtkq 🎗️Grab a coaching session calendly.com/jihanefarrell/belly-busting-session 🤝 Curious to see if the 12-week program is for…
People in this episode
Host: Jihane Farrell
Topics covered
- body composition
- weight loss
- longevity
- health
- fitness
- self improvement
Keywords
- body composition
- weight control
- longevity
- health metrics
- fitness
- self improvement
- evidence-based approach
Sponsors
Renpho
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Inbody, Renpho, Facebook, Dr. Jihane Farrell
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