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How Michelle, 43, Improved Her Sleep, Boosted Her Energy, and Finally Lost Weight Without More Exercise or Dieting

April 11, 20253 min read

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Client Snapshot

Name: Michelle
Age: 43
Life: Mom of 3, busy medical office manager, plays tennis 5x a week
Program: Metabolic Mastery for Women Over 40


Before: Tired All the Time, Poor Sleep, Continuously Gaining Weight

Even though Michelle was constantly on the move—juggling work, family, and tennis five days a week—she still felt exhausted.

She couldn’t understand why she was gaining weight, especially around her belly, even though she was doing “all the right things.” She was stuck in a frustrating cycle of trying harder, eating less, and still not seeing results.

“I felt like my metabolism just stopped working after 40. I was tired all the time, and no matter what I tried (Intermittent Fasting, cutting carbs or food like cheese and grains), nothing changed.”

Diets like Weight Watchers and intermittent fasting only made her feel more restricted and depleted—and none of them got to the root of the issue.


The Turning Point: Discovering Metabolic Mastery

Michelle first heard about Metabolic Mastery while at her daughter’s golf tournament—she stumbled on a podcast episode about perimenopause, weight gain, and metabolism and immediately felt seen.

Everything clicked.
She wasn’t broken. Her body just needed something different now.

She joined Metabolic Mastery For Women Over 40, a six-month program designed to help women balance hormones, heal their metabolism, and finally feel good in their bodies again—without starving or over-exercising.


What Changed?

Michelle’s biggest shift was learning how to support her metabolism instead of punishing it.

✅ She started eating balanced, protein-rich meals (instead of grazing all day)
✅ Focused on nourishing her body with real, healthy meals—not dieting
✅ Got personalized support through testing
✅ Balanced her hormones with the right supplements
✅ Stopped trying to out-exercise the weight and focused on smart, simple routines

“The biggest surprise? I didn’t need to do more. I just needed to do things that actually worked for me now.”


The Results

✔️ She lost 5 pounds (in 5 weeks) after years of being stuck
✔️ More energy throughout the day (no more crashing at work)
✔️ Her sleep improved (her husband even noticed how much better she was sleeping and that her snoring stopped!)
✔️ Feeling calm, confident, and back in control of her body

And she did it without giving up the foods she loved or doing extreme workouts.


Michelle’s Message to Other Women Over 40

“If you’re stuck, tired, and feel like your body isn’t responding anymore—this is the solution. You don’t need to keep dieting or running yourself into the ground. This program gives you the right tools and the right support. It changed everything for me.”


Ready to Stop Feeling Tired, Bloated, and Stuck?

Join Michelle and so many other women in the Metabolic Mastery program. Learn how to lose weight, balance your hormones, and get your energy back—without burning out or giving up the foods you love.

👉 Check out how Metabolic Mastery can help you get your health, energy and body back, without following a generic diet!

Hi, I’m Lara, a nutritionist and weight loss coach dedicated to helping women over 40 regain their energy, boost their metabolism, and feel at home in their bodies again—without crash diets or extreme restrictions. After experiencing my own struggles with stubborn weight gain and exhausting energy dips, I discovered how to work with, not against, my body’s natural rhythms. Now, I’m passionate about sharing what I’ve learned and guiding other women through these changes with practical, sustainable strategies.

Through my Metabolic Mastery program, my podcast, and my online community, I help women navigate the unique challenges that come with hormonal changes, weight gain, and fatigue. My approach is simple, personalized, and grounded in the latest nutrition science, so you get real results that fit your lifestyle.

I know how overwhelming this journey can feel, but I believe in empowering you with the tools to finally make a change that lasts. I’m here to help you stop feeling stuck, reclaim your energy, and enjoy the vibrant, healthy life you deserve.

Lara Frendjian, RHN

Hi, I’m Lara, a nutritionist and weight loss coach dedicated to helping women over 40 regain their energy, boost their metabolism, and feel at home in their bodies again—without crash diets or extreme restrictions. After experiencing my own struggles with stubborn weight gain and exhausting energy dips, I discovered how to work with, not against, my body’s natural rhythms. Now, I’m passionate about sharing what I’ve learned and guiding other women through these changes with practical, sustainable strategies. Through my Metabolic Mastery program, my podcast, and my online community, I help women navigate the unique challenges that come with hormonal changes, weight gain, and fatigue. My approach is simple, personalized, and grounded in the latest nutrition science, so you get real results that fit your lifestyle. I know how overwhelming this journey can feel, but I believe in empowering you with the tools to finally make a change that lasts. I’m here to help you stop feeling stuck, reclaim your energy, and enjoy the vibrant, healthy life you deserve.

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