Why Calorie Counting is Overrated for Midlife Women Over 50 [Ep 34]

Midlife Mojo: Fitness over 50 for Flourishing in Menopause

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In this episode of Midlife Mojo, host Lisa DuPree discusses the pitfalls of calorie counting for women over 50. She explores three main issues: its potential to trigger negative emotions due to past restrictive diets, the difficulty of accurately estimating calories, and the limitations of online calorie calculators.

Lisa offers alternative strategies for achieving health and fitness goals, emphasizing the importance of nutrient-dense foods, a balanced diet, and listening to one's body. She also introduces a free Lean and Strong Jumpstart Checklist to help you build lean muscle and feel great without the stress of counting calories.

Episode Highlights:

[00:39] The Downside of Counting Calories
[01:53] Personal Dieting Experiences
[05:23] Challenges of Accurate Calorie Counting
[08:36] Focus on Nutrient-Dense Foods
[10:07] Understanding Your Caloric Needs
[14:26] Special Offer and Conclusion
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1. Why Calorie Counting is Overrated for Midlife Women Over 50 [Ep 34] (00:00:00)

2. The Downside of Counting Calories (00:00:39)

3. Personal Dieting Experiences (00:01:53)

4. Challenges of Accurate Calorie Counting (00:05:23)

5. Focus on Nutrient-Dense Foods (00:08:36)

6. Understanding Your Caloric Needs (00:10:07)

7. Special Offer and Conclusion (00:14:26)