Weight Loss After 50 | Simple Workouts, Meal Planning, Keto Diet, Low Carb Diet, Prediabetes, Insulin Resistance

If the holidays usually knock you off track and January feels like starting from zero, this episode is going to change everything. I’m sharing the exact strategies my clients use to stay consistent, enjoy the season, and even lose weight—without restriction or guilt.

You’re going to love this episode because the strategies are simple, realistic, and built for real life… not some perfect, “Pinterest-board” version of the holidays. T...

If the holidays bring more stress than joy, this one’s for you. In this episode, we’re talking about how to navigate holiday anxiety by letting go of what you can’t control — and finding peace in what you can.

You’ll learn simple mindset shifts and practical ways to protect your energy, stick to your healthy routines, and set boundaries that help you feel calm and grounded — no matter what chaos swirls around you.

Because peace, pr...

If you’ve ever said, “This is the week I get it right” — only to find yourself starting over by Wednesday — this episode is for you.

In this week’s show, we’re breaking down why that Monday-reset mindset keeps so many women stuck in the start-stop cycle, and how to finally build real momentum that lasts.

You’ll learn: 💫 Why willpower isn’t the problem (and what actually is) 💫 3 simple shifts that make consistency feel easier and ...

We’re back for Part 2 of my conversation with Sarah Hines, speaker, coach, and founder of Life Shines Big. If you loved Part 1, this episode goes even deeper into what it means to reclaim your self-worth and visibility — without waiting for the scale to change… or even as it does.

In this episode, we talk about:

• How women can start showing up for themselves now — not “someday”

• Doing it anyway, even when you don’t feel ready

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In this two-part conversation, I’m joined by my friend and fellow coach Sarah Hines, founder of Life Shines Big, a community for midlife and perimenopausal women. We’re diving deep into what it really looks like to start small, take care of yourself, and create a life that feels good — without waiting for the scale to change.

We talk about:

• How we met and what brought us together in this work

• Why starting small is the key t...

The 15% That Changed Everything for Me: Why Everyday Movement Matters More Than You Think

We’ve all heard that weight loss is 80% nutrition and 20% exercise — but what if I told you that only 5% of that comes from formal workouts… and the other 15% comes from simple, everyday movement?

In this episode, I’m sharing the story of how my own weight loss journey began after my back went out — when I couldn’t do structured exercise. I ha...

What if the best weight loss decision you ever made wasn’t about a diet or a deadline — but giving yourself time?

In this episode, I share a powerful approach to losing weight and rebuilding healthy habits that feels simple, realistic, and freeing. You’ll learn how to shift your mindset, create momentum, and start trusting yourself again — without rushing the process or chasing perfection.

If you’ve been trying to “get it together”...

What if building consistency didn’t require willpower or perfection—just one simple question?

In this Grace & Grit Minute, I share The Future You Trick—a quick mindset shift that helps you make choices today your future self will thank you for. Whether it’s choosing water over soda, taking a short walk, or shutting down your phone earlier, these small wins stack up to big results over time.

✨ Quick Win: Before one decision toda...

Think weight loss is only about food and exercise? Think again.

In this Part 2 episode of Weight Loss After 50, I share 7 more unconventional ways to lose weight that focus on mindset, environment, and protecting your energy. From practicing saying no, decluttering your space, and even celebrating small wins out loud—these shifts may not be what you expect, but they can make a huge difference in your journey.

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Waiting for the “perfect workout” can keep you from moving at all—but what if just 10 minutes could make a difference? In this episode of Grace & Grit Minute, we break down why short, simple walks after meals are more powerful than you think.

You’ll learn how a tiny habit like a post-meal walk can:

• Lower blood sugar and keep energy steady

• Reduce cravings later in the day

• Boost metabolism, digestion, and circulation

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What if weight loss had less to do with food and workouts—and more to do with where you put your focus and energy?

In this episode of Weight Loss After 50, I share 7 unconventional ways to lose weight that go beyond diet and exercise. From journaling and paying closer attention to your choices, to setting boundaries and even ditching gossip, these strategies can reduce stress, rebuild self-trust, and make your journey so much easie...

Cravings and energy crashes can feel like constant battles — especially after 50. But what if one small shift at mealtime could help?

In this Grace & Grit Mini, Robyn shares the simplest habit to steady your energy, keep you full longer, and quiet those nagging cravings: eating your protein first.

✨ What you’ll learn in this quick episode:

• Why protein first helps balance blood sugar

• How it reduces cravings and energy di...

Do you feel like losing belly fat after 50 is impossible? You’ve tried diets, workouts, and maybe even intense programs — but nothing seems to stick. Here’s the good news: the most effective exercise to burn belly fat and create lasting results isn’t complicated at all.

In this episode of Weight Loss After 50, Robyn Polk reveals the #1 exercise for fat loss — walking. Yep, plain ol’ walking. You’ll learn:

✅ Why walking works better...

Welcome to the Grace & Grit Minute on the Weight Loss After 50 Show. This is your quick dose of encouragement, mindset, or a simple micro-action to help you start your week strong — with grace in your heart and grit in your steps.

Do you ever feel like healthy habits are just too overwhelming? You think you need an hour to work out, 30 minutes to cook, or the perfect mood to get moving… and so you end up doing nothing at all.

H...

Have you ever felt like the more you think about weight loss, the harder it becomes? You’re tracking, counting, and obsessing—yet the scale won’t move.

In this episode, I share why obsessing over weight loss can actually keep you stuck and how shifting your focus can finally unlock the results you’ve been chasing. I’ll tell you about my own experience of weighing myself daily, replaying every bite I ate, and how that cycle only pus...

Sometimes the biggest breakthrough isn’t in what we add, but in what we release. In today’s Mini Monday, I’m inviting you to stop doing just one thing this week that’s no longer serving you.

It could be negative self-talk, skipping meals, comparing yourself to who you used to be—or something else that’s been holding you back. Letting go creates space for peace, energy, and freedom.

Take a few minutes today to pause, reflect, and cl...

Are you over 50 and struggling to lose weight, boost energy, or feel strong in your body? You might think eating less is the solution—but under-eating could actually be holding you back.

In this episode, I break down the three key ways under-eating affects women over 50:

• How hormonal changes and a slowing metabolism make it harder to lose weight.

• How blood sugar and insulin swings from eating too little can lead to cravings...

This week’s Mini Monday is a faith-filled pep talk to help you start fresh with truth, not fear or frustration. So often we begin the week replaying what went wrong—what we ate, how we feel, or how far we think we have to go. But Proverbs reminds us that the power of life and death is in the tongue.

In this short episode, I’ll encourage you to shift your words and speak life over your health. You’ll walk away with a simple affirmat...

If you’ve tried diet after diet and still feel stuck, you’re not alone. Diets teach us to ignore our bodies, follow strict rules, and chase perfection. But lasting results don’t come from another diet—they come from paying attention.

In this episode, I’m sharing 3 powerful mindset shifts to help you move forward without the diet rollercoaster:

• Why consistency matters more than perfection

• How to tune into your hunger and ful...