Holiday Hunger - When It’s Not About the Food

Thanksgiving is around the corner (whether you celebrate it or not)... and the holiday mindset is already in full swing: comfort food, nostalgia, and that little voice saying, “It’s fine… I’ll start again in January.”

But what if your holiday cravings have nothing to do with food?

In this episode, we unpack why you might find yourself halfway through a slice of pumpkin pie wondering, “Why did I even want this?” It’s rarely about the pie. It’s about the emotions, memories, and patterns your brain has linked to food since childhood.

You’ll learn:

• Why “holiday hunger” isn’t physical…it’s emotional and situational
• How old family patterns can sneak back in and hijack your eating
• Why resisting cravings makes them louder
• The real reason holidays feel so triggering for women over 40
• What your emotional cravings are really trying to communicate
• 3 simple Thanksgiving strategies

And because I love you… I’m giving you a sneak peek into a powerful new resource I’m creating: The Mind–Body Reset for Women Over 40: 5 Mindset Shifts That Help Your Body Work With You, Not Against You. It’s a deep, transformational ebook designed to help you understand your body, your mind, and your cravings on a whole new level…and it will be 100% free when it launches.

If you want first dibs on the ebook when it’s ready, come over to Instagram @weightlossforwomenover40 and DM me.

You deserve a holiday season that actually feels good… on every level.

The Silent Source of Back Pain No One Talks About with Mark Thiesmeyer Hook

In this episode of Weight Loss for Women Over 40, host Nikki T welcomes a very special guest...Mark Thiesmeyer Hook , an exercise physiologist, registered dietitian, and founder of Align Athlete.

Together, they dive into a topic every woman over 40 can relate to: back pain...why it happens, what’s really causing it (spoiler: it’s not just your age!), and what you can do to finally find relief.

Mark shares his personal story of falling off a roof in college, suffering from chronic back pain for years, and how that led him to create the innovative Glute Activator, a self-care tool designed to help realign your pelvis and relieve pressure on your lower back.

Nikki also brings her background as a physical therapist assistant and former professional ballet dancer into the conversation, explaining how posture, daily sitting habits, and alignment all play a huge role in how your body feels...and functions...after 40.

If you’ve ever sneezed and thrown your back out, or if you’re tired of living with that “background hum” of pain, this episode is for you. Learn simple, practical ways to move better, reduce pain, and take ownership of your body...without endless meds or doctor visits.

🎧 Tune in to learn:

• Why most back pain isn’t a 911 emergency
• How sitting affects your sacrum and glutes
• The connection between mindset, posture, and pain
• How to realign your body and feel better fast

Watch the YouTube version to see the visual demonstration of the Glute Activator in action! Go HERE to watch.

Purchase your Glute Activator HERE.

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Why Letting Go Helps You Lose Weight

If you’ve ever felt like the harder you try to control your food, your body, or your weight… the more it seems to fight back, this episode is for you.

In today’s conversation, Nikki T unpacks the hidden truth about control ... why it feels safe, but secretly keeps you stuck ... and how loosening your grip can actually make weight loss easier.

You’ll learn:

Why your brain equates control with safety (and how that backfires)

How “tight grip” thinking triggers cravings, rebellion, and burnout

The difference between discipline and disconnection

Simple mindset shifts to replace control with connection ... and finally feel at peace in your body

This isn’t about giving up ... it’s about learning a whole new way to trust yourself.

When you stop micromanaging your body and start listening to her, everything changes: food, energy, and the way you see yourself.

You don’t have to fight your body to change it.

You just have to make her feel safe enough to let go.

Next week, I open the doors to my Ultimate Holiday Bundle!

If you keep falling off the wagon over the holiday season…get on the VIP waitlist to get first dibs on the holiday bundle!!

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