Do you struggle with overeating? Or eating when you are stressed or tired? Do you get stuck in guilt or shame and just give up? Today, I'm chatting with Dr. Melissa and we dive into what is really behind this. Dr. Melissa McCreery is a psychologist, emotional eating expert, and host of the Too Much on Her Plate podcast. Connect with her here:

Podcast: Too Much on Her Plate with Dr. Melissa McCreery https://toomuchonherplate.com/podcast-main-page/

The free Hidden Hungers Quiz: https://toomuchonherplate.com/emotional-eating-quiz/

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉 Self Coaching System Course: Master your thoughts, emotions, and actions to finally lose weight and keep it off! https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

👉 Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Organifi favorites:

• My favorite Green juice to boost energy and reduce stress (I like the green apple crisp flavor)
• Calming gold drink for the evening (favorite flavor is pumpkin pie spice)

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

• Omega 3 Blood Level Test with Oil
• Xtend+ my favorite immune support with beta glucans

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice.

*Affiliate links are mentioned that I do make a commission from. I am an independent partner with Zinzino.

-How to Build Consistency in Your Health Goals After 40—Without All-or-Nothing Thinking

If you’ve ever said, “I do great for a few days, then I fall off,” this episode is for you.

The problem isn’t motivation—it’s trying to do too much, too fast. Real progress comes from building consistency, not chasing perfection.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The mindset shift that keeps you from giving up.

• Why “always something” beats all-or-nothing.

• How daily and weekly check-ins create real results.

• The simple steps to build consistency without burnout.

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 ✨ Want support in putting this into action?

Try the Healthy for Life Membership FREE for 30 days till 8/30/25—with custom workouts, habit tracking, and daily accountability so you can finally stay on track.

👉 Join here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Organifi favorites:

• My favorite Green juice to boost energy and reduce stress (I like the green apple crisp flavor)
• Calming gold drink for the evening (favorite flavor is pumpkin pie spice)

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

• Omega 3 Blood Level Test with Oil
• Xtend+ my favorite immune support with beta glucans

Resources:

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

👉 Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice.

*Affiliate links are mentioned that I do make a commission from. I am an independent partner with Zinzino.

If your workouts are leaving you drained instead of energized, this episode is for you. In your 40s (and beyond), your body needs something different—not harder workouts, just smarter ones.

🎧 In this episode, we talk about: ✔ Why strength training is key for energy, mood & metabolism ✔ How daily movement (like steps!) matters more than you think ✔ The slow but steady journey of building strength ✔ The power of yoga ✔ And how to shift your mindset from punishment to power when it comes to exercise

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉 Healthy for Life Membership: Workout programs, mindset, & nutrition course: https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Organifi favorites:

• My favorite Green juice to boost energy and reduce stress (I like the green apple crisp flavor)
• Calming gold drink for the evening (favorite flavor is pumpkin pie spice)

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

• Omega 3 Blood Level Test with Oil
• Xtend+ my favorite immune support with beta glucans

Resources:

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

👉 Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice.

*Affiliate links are mentioned that I do make a commission from. I am an independent partner with Zinzino.

Today, we dive into the real reasons behind food cravings and secret eating—especially for women over 40 who are trying to lose weight and feel less stressed.

You'll learn why cravings aren’t just about food, what emotional triggers may be driving your eating habits, and how to break the cycle with tools like self-awareness, mindset shifts, and emotional regulation.

If you’ve struggled with emotional eating, nighttime snacking, or hiding food, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on—and give you practical steps to start making lasting change.

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉 Healthy for Life Membership: Workout programs, mindset, & nutrition course: https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Organifi favorites:

• My favorite Green juice to boost energy and reduce stress (I like the green apple crisp flavor)
• Calming gold drink for the evening (favorite flavor is pumpkin pie spice)

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

• Omega 3 Blood Level Test with Oil
• Xtend+ my favorite immune support with beta glucans

Resources:

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

👉 Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice.

*Affiliate links are mentioned that I do make a commission from. I am an independent partner with Zinzino.

Struggling with belly fat or a weak core after 40? In this episode, we’re ditching the crunches and talking about how to actually train your core the right way—especially for women over 40.

Learn how to engage your deep core muscles, why sit-ups might be doing more harm than good, and how to target the fat around your midsection through smart movement, strength, and nutrition.

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉 Healthy for Life Membership: Workout programs, mindset, & nutrition course: https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

Mentioned Episodes: #88 | Navigating the Hormonal Rollercoaster: Hormone Replacement Therapy for Menopause and Perimenopause with Dr. Cat #144 | Hormone Health for Women Over 40: The Truth About Bioidentical Hormones and Menopause with Dr. Kris

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Organifi favorites:

• My favorite Green juice to boost energy and reduce stress (I like the green apple crisp flavor)
• Calming gold drink for the evening (favorite flavor is pumpkin pie spice)

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

• Omega 3 Blood Level Test with Oil
• Xtend+ my favorite immune support with beta glucans

Resources:

👉 Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice.

*Affiliate links are mentioned that I do make a commission from. I am an independent partner with Zinzino.

Are you trying to balance so many things in your life? Are you too busy? Maybe you want to eat healthy and exercise, but you don't know how to make it all work. Today, I'm going to be sharing my life with you and 5 tips to help you be intentional about the things you want in your life. 5 Tips:

1. Delegate tasks or stop doing certain things
2. Create a Routine/Rhythm {Do hard things 1st thing in the morning}
3. Schedule workouts, walks, and self-care
4. Stay organized- plan each week
5. Allow space for mental health/personal growth

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

Do Hard Things First video: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/UK5ZgTSuGSk

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Learn more about my favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

Balance Test with Oil

Xtend+ my favorite immune support with beta glucans

Organifi favorites:

My favorite Green juice to boost energy and reduce stress

Calming gold drink for the evening

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10-20% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

👉 Online Personal Training App: https://www.micheleriechman.com/personal-training

👉 Healthy Inside & Out Course: Discover how to nourish your body, and lower inflammation, so you can feel better! Details here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

👉 Join the Healthy Beyond 40 Facebook Group to be part of a like-minded community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

Resources:

👉 Download the 5 Day Healthy Reset Workbook and start getting healthy one habit at a time!

👉 5-Day Exercise Challenge: Just 15 minutes a day. Beginner friendly!

https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice.

*Affiliate links are mentioned that I do make a commission from. I am an independent partner with Zinzino.

5 Ways to Boost Your Metabolism to Burn Fat, Lose Weight, and Feel Better

If you feel like your metabolism has slowed down and nothing seems to be working anymore, this episode is for you.

In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5 simple, realistic tips to help you boost your metabolism, burn more fat, and feel better in your body.

We’ll talk about:

• Why everyday movement matters more than you think

• The power of strength training and building muscle

• How protein supports fat loss and energy

• What overeating does to your metabolism—and how to simplify your meals

• Why planning (even a little!) can make all the difference

No extreme diets. No crazy workouts. Just small shifts that can lead to big results.

Mentioned in this episode:

👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

👉 Healthy for Life Membership: Workout programs, mindset, & nutrition course: https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

Work with me

👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

Favorite Supplements:

👉 Organifi favorites:

• My favorite Green juice to boost energy and reduce stress (I like the green apple crisp flavor)
• Calming gold drink for the evening (favorite flavor is pumpkin pie spice)

***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

👉 Favorite fish oil:

https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

• Omega 3 Blood Level Test with Oil
• Xtend+ my favorite immune support with beta glucans

Resources:

👉 Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

You got this,

Coach Michele

Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice.

*Affiliate links are mentioned that I do make a commission from. I am an independent partner with Zinzino.

Welcome to part two of this live health coaching call for women over 40! In this episode, we’re diving into the mindset piece of weight loss, and while it’s easy to focus only on food or workouts, this is the part that truly makes change stick.

If you feel stuck with sugar cravings, emotional eating, or just can’t stay consistent with healthy habits, this episode will help you see what’s really going on under the surface—and what to do about it.

Here’s what we cover in this episode:

• How your thoughts impact your emotions, cravings, and choices

• Why mindset is the real key to lasting weight loss for women over 40

• Simple tools to shift negative thinking patterns that keep you stuck

• How to feel more in control around food and create habits that actually last

  Mentioned in this episode:

  👉 Free Discovery Call: https://tidycal.com/micheleriechman/free-coaching-call

  👉 Self Coaching System Course: Master your thoughts, emotions, and actions to finally lose weight and keep it off! https://www.micheleriechman.com/courses

  👉 👉 FREE 5 Day Core Challenge: https://www.micheleriechman.com/freebies

  Work with me

  👉 1-1 Personal Training & Health Coaching: We can create a custom package to meet your needs! (10% discount for teachers, military, and front line workers)

  Discover more here: https://www.micheleriechman.com/workwithme

  Favorite Supplements:

  👉 Organifi favorites:

  • My favorite Green juice to boost energy and reduce stress (I like the green apple crisp flavor)
  • Calming gold drink for the evening (favorite flavor is pumpkin pie spice)

  ***Save 20% on Organifi with the affiliate code HEALTHY20.*** https://www.kbxdj3trk.com/healthy20/

  👉 Favorite fish oil:

  https://www.micheleriechman.com/fish-oil

  • Omega 3 Blood Level Test with Oil
  • Xtend+ my favorite immune support with beta glucans

  Resources:

  👉 Free Facebook Group: Healthy Beyond 40

  https://www.facebook.com/groups/micheleleefitness

  You got this,

  Coach Michele

  Disclaimer: This podcast and website represent the opinions of Michele Riechman and her guests. The content here should not be taken as medical advice. The content here is for informational purposes only. Please consult your healthcare professional for any medical questions or advice.

  *Affiliate links are mentioned that I do make a commission from. I am an independent partner with Zinzino.