647. Wide Waistlines and Bloated Bellies: Why Midlife Fat is the Hardest to Get Rid Of

647. Wide Waistlines and Bloated Bellies: Why Midlife Fat is the Hardest to Get Rid Of

July 14, 2026 · 52 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the challenges of losing weight in midlife with guest Natalie Jill, focusing on mindset shifts and practical strategies for health improvement.

In this episode, we're diving deep into a topic that hits home for so many of us – losing weight in midlife. And who better to guide us through this than the incredible Natalie Jill? She's not just any fitness guru; she's a self-proclaimed 'Fat Killer,' and trust me, she lives up to the name. Natalie's story is all about turning challenges into triumphs. She's the brains behind Knowledge Hill Fitness, and with her vast expertise in everything from health advocacy to sports nutrition, she's a walking encyclopedia of fitness and health. We're talking about a woman who's licensed in just about everything fitness-related you can imagine. Plus, she's an author of some amazing books, including 'Aging in Reverse' – something I’m sure many of us hope to do! What you’ll learn: Why losing weight after 40 often requires a different approach than it did in your 20s and 30s The biggest mindset shifts that can help you overcome long-standing health and weight-loss obstacles Common mistakes that make midlife weight loss more difficult—and what to focus on instead Practical strategies to support metabolism, build healthy habits, and create lasting results How to work with your changing body…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Amie Hornaman

Guest: Natalie Jill

Topics covered

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Knowledge Hill Fitness

Books & works: Aging in Reverse

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