Stay ConnectedOur mission is to teach women about how their bodies change during the perimenopausal period (and onwards) so they can finally reach their health and fitness goals, live a life full of vitality and feel in CONTROL and at home in their bodies again!
There is no excessive restrictions, no taking out your favorite foods, no doing crazy high intensity exercise or cutting out carbs!
We cover hormones, exercise, nutrition and answer all of your questions!
Copyright: © Stephanie Crassweller
You can cut calories as much as you want
You can eat as clean as you want
You can do the best workouts
You can eat all the protein
And still never lose weight.
If your body is being told “we have enough let’s store” - you will never lose weight DESPITE EATING LESS AND MOVING MORE.
This 2 part series will walk you through 2 key pathways to ensuring fat loss success, what turns them “on”, what turns them “off”, how hormones play a role, and what the heck to do about it.
This series will help you finally understand why you are frustrated and what to do about it.
This episode specifically touches on the 4 key areas that you need to address to open up those fat burning pathways to make fat loss even possible
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(00:00) - Intro
(01:48) - Overview of Fat Storing to Fat Burning Part 2
(04:23) - What is Blocking Your Fat Burning Pathway?
(08:02) - How Do We Teach Our Body to Get Out Of Fat Storing?
(10:04) - Liver & Gut Health: How That Relates To Fat Loss
(16:57) - Reducing Stress & Regulating Your Nervous System
(27:07) - Reducing Inflammation
(29:12) - Improving Your Blood Sugar: How Your Meal Order Impacts Fat Loss
(34:32) - Why Fasting Could Be Making You GAIN Weight
(35:22) - How to Finally Ignite Fat Loss (Without Slowing Your Metabolism)
(40:08) - Final Thoughts + Reminders
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
You can cut calories as much as you want
You can eat as clean as you want
You can do the best workouts
You can eat all the protein
And still never lose weight.
If your body is being told “we have enough let’s store” - you will never lose weight DESPITE EATING LESS AND MOVING MORE.
This 2 part series will walk you through 2 key pathways to ensuring fat loss success, what turns them “on”, what turns them “off”, how hormones play a role, and what the heck to do about it.
This series will help you finally understand why you are frustrated and what to do about it.
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) – Intro
(01:41) – Overview of the Fat Storing to Fat Burning Masterclass
(04:00) – Fat Burning vs. Fat Storing Pathways: Why You're Stuck
(08:07) – Your Body Isn't Working Against You... You're Working Against Your Body
(16:00) – What Happens When Estrogen Levels Drop
(24:41) – Key Factors Blocking Your Fat-Burning Pathway
(30:15) – Why Stress and Cortisol Matter for Weight Loss
(33:10) – Exercise Mistakes: Too Little or Too Much?
(34:35) – Hidden Causes of Chronic Inflammation Blocking Weight Loss
(37:03) – Factors Overstimulating Your Fat-Storing Pathway
(43:17) – Closing Thoughts & What's Coming Next (Part 2)
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
Gut health gets WORSE once estrogen declines along with poor blood sugar control and inflammation.
All three of these categories will really affect your ability to be able to lose weight and maintain good health.
Today along with 4 of my coaches we cover:
- How your gut is affected in perimenopause and the years that follow
- A brief explanation of your gut microbiome and pre and probiotics
- What butyrate is and its role in our body and fat loss
- What causes butyrate levels to decline
- What foods improve butyrate levels
- And of course how to improve levels to improve inflammation, blood sugar control, gut health and lose weight!
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) – Intro
(02:16) – Overview of Gut Health and Menopause
(04:24) – How Menopause Affects Your Gut
(10:18) – Pre, Pro, and Post-Biotics
(14:42) – Butyrate: The Powerful Gut-Healing Post-Biotic
(23:45) – The Reasons Why Butyrate May Be Low & The Symptoms Associated
(30:17) – What You Can Do To Improve Your Gut & Butyrate Levels
(35:07) – Foods To Incorporate For Improved Butyrate Levels
(37:57) – Lifestyle Factors For Improved Butyrate Levels
(46:39) – The Biggest Mistakes You're Making with Gut Supplements
(47:16) – Final Thoughts on Your Gut, Hormones, Butyrate
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
You’ve been told that weight loss is simple—just eat less and move more. But if you’re in perimenopause or menopause, you already know it’s not that simple. No matter how hard you try, the scale won’t budge—or worse, the more you push, the more your body seems to resist.
That’s because fat loss over 40 isn’t just about calories. Your body is navigating metabolic changes, shifting hormones, heightened stress, gut imbalances, and blood sugar swings—all of which can completely shut down your ability to burn fat and trigger stubborn weight gain instead.
In this episode, I’m breaking down the five essential factors that dictate whether your body burns or stores fat, regardless of how much you eat or exercise.
If you feel like your body is working against you, I want you to know—you’re not crazy, and you’re not broken. Fat loss in menopause is absolutely possible, but it requires a different approach. Today, you’ll learn how to stop fighting your body and start working with it for results that last.
🎧 Tune in now and understand the first step toward real, lasting fat loss—without extreme dieting or over-exercising. Your body is capable of change, and I’m here to show you how.
📩 Let’s keep the conversation going! DM me on Instagram (instagram.com/vitalityoet.stephanie) and let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode and the link in bio will take you to the quiz to assess your metabolism and fat burning pathway!
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) – Intro
(01:33) – Overview of today's episode
(05:32) – The 5 key factors blocking your fat loss
(06:30) – Factor #1: Metabolism – Why it slows down & how to fix it
(14:17) – Factor #2: Stress Response – The hidden connection to fat storage
(21:57) – Factor #3: Hormones – What’s really happening in menopause
(27:58) – Factor #4: Gut Health – Why digestion matters for weight loss
(32:27) – Factor #5: Blood Sugar & Insulin – How they affect fat burning
(38:09) – The biggest mistake women make with dieting
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
You’ve been told to eat less, cut carbs, and power through hunger—but what if that’s EXACTLY why fat loss feels impossible in menopause? 😱
If you’re skipping meals, slashing calories, or surviving on salads but STILL gaining weight (or feeling stuck no matter what you do), this episode is your wake-up call. 🚨
🔥 Here’s what we’re diving into today:
✅ Why ‘eat less, move more’ is the WORST advice for menopause fat loss
✅ The hormone-friendly way to eat that actually BOOSTS metabolism
✅ How to build fat-burning meals WITHOUT feeling deprived or starving
✅ The biggest meal mistakes that trigger cravings, belly fat, and burnout
If you’ve ever thought, “My body is broken” or “Nothing works anymore”—you NEED to hear this. Your body isn’t fighting you; it just needs the right fuel. Let’s fix this together. 🎙💪
👉 Hit play now and learn how to finally eat for fat loss—without dieting yourself into exhaustion.
🎧 P.S. Don’t forget to DM me on Instagram (instagram.com/vitalityoet.stephanie) for any of the guides mentioned on this episode!
👉 Get the Simple Fat Loss Meals E-Book Here: https://www.vitalityoet.com/fatlossmeals
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(01:41) - Why fat loss is different in menopause
(04:40) - How you are blocking your fat loss pathways
(13:23) - Why "eat less, move more" fails (and here's what to do instead)
(15:22) - The anatomy of a fat loss meal – key ingredients of a successful meal
(25:23) - Carbs are NOT the enemy – why you actually need them
(26:56) - Meal timing secrets – when and how to eat for the best results
(29:49) - Action steps & what to do next (sample meal e-book below!)
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
Today, we're tackling a topic that doesn't get nearly enough attention—testosterone and androgens in menopause.
How do these hormones impact the body during menopause?
What happens when they’re too high or too low?
And most importantly, what can you do to help balance them if you think they’re out of whack?
We got a little science-y in this one but don’t worry I summarized things as we went along so you don’t get lost.
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(02:15) - Are We Looking at the Wrong Hormone?
(05:40) - Understanding Androgens and Testosterone
(10:12) - The Hidden Signs of Hormonal Imbalance
(15:47) - Why Acne, Weight Gain & Fatigue Might Be Hormone-Driven
(21:30) - What’s Really Driving Androgen Imbalances?
(34:20) - Why Eating Consistently Matters More Than You Think
(41:05) - The Role of Blood Sugar in Hormone Health
(46:50) - Stress and Androgens
(52:35) - Strength Training & Hormones
(58:10) - Gut Health and Your Hormones
(01:02:25) - Sleep, Recovery, and Hormonal Balance
(01:08:15) - Getting the Right Testing Done
(01:12:00) - Final Thoughts & Next Steps
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
The worst part is that I was sitting in the middle seat 🤢
I had NO idea I was this stressed but now as I review it all makes sense
While sharing my story I outline:
- Signs to watch for
- How it stalls fat loss
- How to get out of burnout and fat storage mode so you can finally lose fat for good
If you think that this might be the reason your fat burning pathway is turned off and why you can’t lose weight despite cutting calories book a consultation call here (https://calendly.com/d/2p8-mxx-dgf/free-consultation-call-zoom) and we will help outline the steps that will work best for you!
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(01:20) - Steph's story & wake-up call with burnout
(08:57) - What happens when cortisol levels go up?
(10:04) - What happens to the body when you are stressed
(14:29) - What happens when cortisol levels are high for too long
(19:11) - Are you on the verge of burnout? (and you don’t even realize it)
(22:06) - What Steph does to buffer stress
(26:08) - Final thoughts on burnout and weight loss struggles
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
Did you know that improper pre and post workout nutrition in menopause can be the reason you aren’t seeing results? It SUCKS to be busting your butt in the gym and realize that something as simple as a snack is why you aren’t seeing results!
Shocking I know!
In this episode I covered:
- Why we need to tailor nutrition in perimenopause and menopause
- Why you need a pre workout snack (and when and what to eat)
- Why you need a post workout snack (and when and what to eat)
- How fasting can hold you back
- Different types of protein powders
I also have a guide we created that goes over what to eat and when for menopause workout nutrition.
Just message me on Facebook or Instagram and I would be more than happy to send that over!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vitalityoet.stephanie
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sfusnik
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(01:08) - Overview of pre & post-workout nutrition
(02:00) - Menopausal, hormonal, and metabolic changes leading to weight gain
(05:55) - Why pre-workout nutrition ACTUALLY MATTERS
(13:39) - Pre-workout meal guidelines (what, when, how much)
(18:09) - Why your post-work out meal matters
(25:31) - Common misconceptions about pre & post-workout nutrition
(28:33) - Effective protein powders & shakes
(32:54) - Final thoughts + reminders
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
Imagine living for two decades with constant bloating, pain, and unpredictable gut issues—only to be told by doctors that medication was your only option and that you were doing “fine”.
That was Michelle’s reality. Diagnosed with IBD and Crohn’s, she suffered through years of discomfort, exhaustion, and frustration… until she discovered the power of nutrition and lifestyle changes.
Now? She’s pain-free, bloat-free, full of energy, sleeping soundly, and thriving. She’s lost weight, built muscle, and transformed her body and health in ways she never thought possible. But it wasn’t a straight path—she faced major health setbacks and an injury along the way.
In this episode, she’s opening up about:
- The biggest mistakes she made before understanding gut health
- How doctors failed her and what she wishes she knew sooner
- The exact nutrition and lifestyle shifts that changed everything
- How she navigated setbacks and injuries without losing progress
If you’ve been struggling with gut issues, fatigue, or unexplained weight struggles—this episode could be the wake-up call you need. Her story proves that it’s never too late to take control of your health.
Tune in now and start rewriting your own health story.
TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(02:00) - Michelle’s biggest struggles & concerns coming into coaching
(09:40) - Why we need to tailor fat loss plans to each specific person
(15:17) - How Michelle started making small but effective health changes
(19:04) - Key factors to Michelle's success
(30:06) - Strategies to recover from pain without losing progress
(35:15) - More key lessons & reminders from Michelle’s health journey
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© 2025 Stephanie Fusnik & VitalityOET
Are you tired of feeling drained, battling stubborn weight gain, and struggling with hormone imbalances? The answer might lie in a surprising place—your mitochondria! These tiny powerhouses are the secret to unlocking your body’s full potential during menopause.
In this episode, we dive deep into why mitochondria are the missing link to boosting your energy, burning fat, and bringing your hormones back into balance. You’ll learn how to reignite these cellular engines, and why addressing your mitochondria could be the game-changer you’ve been searching for in your menopause journey. Tune in for simple tips that will leave you feeling more vibrant, energized, and in control of your health!
Get ready to transform how you feel from the inside out—because your mitochondria matter more than you think.
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TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) - Intro
(01:05) - The truth about mitochondria
(02:02) - Understanding the functions of mitochondria
(05:35) - What happens when mitochondrial health gets worse
(07:49) - How inflammation impacts mitochondria and accelerates aging
(13:45) - Does mitochondrial dysfunction contributes to chronic diseases?
(15:27) - The role of hormones like estrogen, thyroid, and progesterone in mitochondrial health
(21:44) - How does stress and cortisol impact mitochondria?
(26:18) - The impact of insulin on the mitochondria
(32:21) - What’s the best way to support your mitochondria for better health?
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