From Skinny to Strong: How Women in Their 40s Are Thriving Through Perimenopause
“She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.” – Proverbs 31:25
If you had asked me 10 years ago what most women in their 40s wanted, I would’ve said to be skinny. But today? The women I coach aren’t chasing a number on the scale—they’re chasing strength, energy, confidence, and freedom.
They’re learning to listen to their bodies, honor their hormones, and live fully in this God-given season of life.
And SISTER, the results speak for themselves.
✨ From Tired to Thriving: Real Client Wins
✨Kate is a friend from high school with two teenage children! She came to me weary from the diet cycle and EAGER for something that would WORK long term and not tax her body! She said,
“I started Faster Way after a whole year of eating whatever I wanted and not much exercise, trying to cover up some terrible pain after a family tragedy.
I began in January and was determined to stick with it for 6 weeks- give it all I had with tracking macros and exercise. I was very happily surprised that is is way easier than I anticipated! I learned so much from Rachel about what foods did what for macros and got back to eating whole foods. I also ate so much I couldn’t believe I was losing inches. I could tell a change by week 3 and kept going. I’ve done this for 3 months- taking a week off only because the trip I was on had no WiFi. I’ve traveled to other places and easily done the workout routine with bands. And it is SO easy to stick to tracking macros while on vacation. I don’t get mad if when I have a treat weekly because it does not throw my progress off one bit. I had not seen numerous friends since the start of this journey (in 3 months) and they could not get over how fit I was! Not only have I lost inches but I’ve gained muscles I haven’t seen since my teens. This program is incredible and EASY! If workouts and tracking macros had been too time consuming or had not fit in to my tight schedule, I would’ve been out week 3. But this is the easiest, healthiest plan I’ve ever tried! And it has helped with my sleep and hormones!! I do not see myself getting off of this any time soon!”
✨Katie is a current VIP client of mine who is a military worker with grown children who came to worried that she couldn’t lose weight in her 50s! She travels a TON for her job, but is making the FASTer Way work for her life and simplifying her fat/weight loss! Katie said,
“I am wearing clothes that I have not worn ever or in years and am stronger than I thought possible. I am down 11 lbs and I would have told you that I could not lose weight! Isn’t God good? He makes all things new!”
✨Brittany is a homeschool mom who is fighting for her body and her health so that she can be MORE present and alert with her kiddos! She has worked so hard since January implementing the BASICS of FASTer way! We upped her protein, got her lifting weights and taking walks and just focusing on Whole Foods more than the world’s foods!
🔥 Why This Matters
In our 40s, our bodies are changing—and the old “eat less, move more” advice doesn’t cut it anymore.
Hormonal shifts mean our metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and stress response are different. But instead of fearing these changes, we get to partner with our bodies—and with the wisdom God gives us—to feel strong and vibrant in this season.
Here’s what works for the women I coach:
✅ Lifting heavy (for you!) to build lean muscle
✅ Eating MORE real food, especially protein
✅ Resting intentionally—because your body heals while you sleep
✅ Pairing faith + fitness and letting God guide the process
💪 It’s Not About Skinny. It’s About Stewardship.
Friend, I want to remind you: God didn’t create you to shrink yourself. He created you to stand strong—to serve your family, your calling, and your purpose with energy and joy.
The goal isn’t just to lose fat. It’s to build a strong body that carries you through your calling with grace.
Ready to Take the First Step?
If you’re a woman in your 40s wondering if it’s too late to feel good again—it’s not. You’re not broken. You’re just ready for a new approach.
Let’s stop chasing skinny. Let’s pursue strength—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Click HERE to join my next round of FASTer Way coaching, and let’s walk this journey together.
With you and for you,
Rachel