“I’m a 44 y/0 female that was gaining weight (especially last year: 10+ lbs) with no change in diet/exercise. My work is pretty sedentary (8+ hrs of computer work). My type of workouts are crossfit but have always have been in a scaled level due to a back injury. 

I’ve followed macros and diet templates quite strictly and still don’t lose weight. Feeling tired, sluggish all day.

I am disciplined with the diet programs that I do but this year in particular, I have gained weight and can’t lose it. My coaches are puzzled on why it doesn’t work for me."

What prompted you to reach out to me for help?
"Not every coach knows how to deal with women 40+ and the hormonal changes we go through."

Is there anything else you'd like me to know about you, or your situation in general, before we connect?
"I have visited my primary doctor, obgyn and they blame the weight gain and feeling tired to age and offer no solutions but deal with the fact that women age and gain weight. I am a bit frustrated and the past months have been stressed about the fact that i am doing “everything right” and not seeing results."

About Aleja (prior to FCA):

"I’m 55 years old and have 2 kids, Steve 31 and Allie 28. I live on Maui and love the island living!! I am married for the second time, 6 years to an amazing guy who is dealing with some very difficult medical issues! I am a high school counselor for 18 years. I’ve been on diets since I was 18 years old but had a mom whose been on a diet since I was born and is now 85 and still worried about that extra pound. I have always loved working out and have been doing various forms of it since 18. I have really never had a problem with my weight but never really been happy about my body. Since 53 I have struggled with keeping weight off and not able to gain muscle. I workout twice a day- I run 3 to 4 days a week, lift weights 3 to 4 days a week and I paddle a couple hours a day and race competitively on the weekends."

What's your BIGGEST current struggle?
"My biggest struggle is sugar and addictive eating patterns and mindless eating, due to stress!"

What prompted you to reach out to me for help with nutrition coaching?
"I heard you on one of my favorite podcasts and your knowledge on how our mindset affects our bodies and addiction to food and gym really spoke to me."

About Dana (prior to FCA):

"I’m 38 yr old wife & mom of two teenage boys 17 & 16 yrs old. I’m a building inspector and work 40 hrs/wk min which includes traveling across all of Texas; some flying but mostly driving, going to construction sites that might incorporate a lot of walking (bonus), or sitting at desk reviewing plans/typing reports. I work out at 0500 at least three weekdays and typically always on Saturday and occasional Sunday. I did CrossFit for several years but I’m burning out and don’t really feel like it is helping me with my goals anymore. I’m ALWAYS hungry and even though I stopped counting my macros, I eat fairly healthy. I love coffee and have slowed down on my hobbies a little which included CrossFit & skydiving but now I want to spend less time going sooo extreme ALL the time!"

What's your BIGGEST current struggle?
Not being stressed. So... yeah... a losing battle. And also, I’m ALWAYS hungry. You can call me 'Starving in San Antonio'. Dramatic, I know but it’s true."

What prompted you to reach out to me for help with nutrition coaching?
"I need someone that understands ME, my weird body, and constant hunger!"

About Jamie (prior to smp):