The Fit Over 35 Podcast. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:14:25 -0400 en-us © 2026 The Fit Over 35 Podcast. yes fa3c99af-822b-5b03-b277-37e6a00ad252 Zachary Klassen episodic false the fit over 35 podcast is built for quick, straight to the point episodes


for women over 35 who are tired of trying diets that don’t work anymore


we cover fitness, nutrition, hormones, and how to build a plan that actually fits your life


so you can stop jumping between programs

and finally follow something that makes sense and lasts

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Zachary Klassen https://storage.buzzsprout.com/ozrfq0pn8yh3w1jve9wgus0n26as?.jpg The Fit Over 35 Podcast. Scale Fluctuations, Bloating and Digestion Explained For Women Over 35 (Episode 4) Scale Fluctuations, Bloating and Digestion Explained For Women Over 35 (Episode 4) In this episode we break down why the scale lies to you and how digestion quietly wrecks your progress and your mood. If you have ever weighed in, seen the number jump and spiraled, this one is for you.

Chapters
 02:48 Intro and catch up
 10:00 Why the scale fluctuates day to day
 12:00 The scale rollercoaster and what it does to your head
 14:30 Daily weigh ins vs the real signal
 16:20 The 32 hot dog rule: what real fat gain actually takes
 20:30 Muscle matters more than the number
 21:45 Zoom out: measurements, progress photos, and why BMI is broken
 24:00 Consistency vs the building phase
 25:50 The placebo effect and positive self talk
 27:50 The fake knee surgery study
 30:00 Negative self talk and being a role model for your kids
 26:00 Fiber, water and daily digestion
 34:15 Pooping, regularity and being open with your coach
 37:00 Bloating tips that actually help
 40:00 The one habit to drop this week

Key takeaways

  • The scale moving up two pounds overnight is water, food volume, sodium or a missed poop, not fat. Real fat gain of that size takes roughly 9,500 extra calories in a day, about 32 hot dogs.
  • Judge progress month over month with measurements and photos, not the daily number.
  • Muscle is the goal. A perfectly linear drop usually means you are losing muscle.
  • Inconsistent fiber and water is a top cause of bloating and big scale swings.
  • Your brain drives a lot of this. Negative self talk and placebo work both ways, so use it in your favor.
  • Never make "lose two pounds" the weekly goal. Set goals you actually control: steps, protein, fiber, sleep, workouts.
]]> In this episode we break down why the scale lies to you and how digestion quietly wrecks your progress and your mood. If you have ever weighed in, seen the number jump and spiraled, this one is for you.

Chapters
 02:48 Intro and catch up
 10:00 Why the scale fluctuates day to day
 12:00 The scale rollercoaster and what it does to your head
 14:30 Daily weigh ins vs the real signal
 16:20 The 32 hot dog rule: what real fat gain actually takes
 20:30 Muscle matters more than the number
 21:45 Zoom out: measurements, progress photos, and why BMI is broken
 24:00 Consistency vs the building phase
 25:50 The placebo effect and positive self talk
 27:50 The fake knee surgery study
 30:00 Negative self talk and being a role model for your kids
 26:00 Fiber, water and daily digestion
 34:15 Pooping, regularity and being open with your coach
 37:00 Bloating tips that actually help
 40:00 The one habit to drop this week

Key takeaways

  • The scale moving up two pounds overnight is water, food volume, sodium or a missed poop, not fat. Real fat gain of that size takes roughly 9,500 extra calories in a day, about 32 hot dogs.
  • Judge progress month over month with measurements and photos, not the daily number.
  • Muscle is the goal. A perfectly linear drop usually means you are losing muscle.
  • Inconsistent fiber and water is a top cause of bloating and big scale swings.
  • Your brain drives a lot of this. Negative self talk and placebo work both ways, so use it in your favor.
  • Never make "lose two pounds" the weekly goal. Set goals you actually control: steps, protein, fiber, sleep, workouts.
]]> Zachary Klassen Buzzsprout-19508887 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400 2350 full false This is what keeps women over 35 stuck for years(Episode 3) This is what keeps women over 35 stuck for years(Episode 3) Most Women Over 35 Don't Fall Off Track Because They're Lazy
They fall off because one small slip makes them feel like the whole thing is ruined, so they quit.
In this video, we break down all or nothing thinking, why it keeps women stuck, and how to finally get off the cycle of going hard, falling off, and starting over again.
You'll learn:
⠀

Why one missed workout or bad meal makes you want to quit everything

The flat tire trap that keeps women restarting over and over

Why going hard then giving up is actually the slowest road there is

How to raise your threshold so one bad day doesn't take you out

Why the scale isn't telling you the full story about your body

Simple things you can do right now when life gets busy and time is tight
⠀

If you've ever started strong, missed a few days, then told yourself there was no point in continuing, this one is for you.
⠀

No guilt. No 30 day challenges. No starting over every Monday. Just a simpler, more honest way to stay consistent and actually see results as a woman over 35.

⸻
apply for coaching:
https://projecttransformx.com/

follow me on instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/zacklassen/

]]> Most Women Over 35 Don't Fall Off Track Because They're Lazy
They fall off because one small slip makes them feel like the whole thing is ruined, so they quit.
In this video, we break down all or nothing thinking, why it keeps women stuck, and how to finally get off the cycle of going hard, falling off, and starting over again.
You'll learn:
⠀

Why one missed workout or bad meal makes you want to quit everything

The flat tire trap that keeps women restarting over and over

Why going hard then giving up is actually the slowest road there is

How to raise your threshold so one bad day doesn't take you out

Why the scale isn't telling you the full story about your body

Simple things you can do right now when life gets busy and time is tight
⠀

If you've ever started strong, missed a few days, then told yourself there was no point in continuing, this one is for you.
⠀

No guilt. No 30 day challenges. No starting over every Monday. Just a simpler, more honest way to stay consistent and actually see results as a woman over 35.

⸻
apply for coaching:
https://projecttransformx.com/

follow me on instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/zacklassen/

]]> Zachary Klassen Buzzsprout-19372657 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400 1996 full false The Truth About Macros for Women Over 35 (Episode 2) The Truth About Macros for Women Over 35 (Episode 2) Most women over 35 are not struggling because they lack willpower.


They’re struggling because nobody ever taught them how nutrition actually works.


In this episode, Coach Zac breaks down the three macronutrients: protein, carbohydrates, and fat, and explains how each one impacts fat loss, muscle building, hormones, energy, and long term health.


You’ll learn:


• What protein, carbs, and fats actually do in the body
 • Why cutting carbs isn’t always the answer
 • How much protein women over 35 really need
 • The biggest nutrition mistakes keeping women stuck
 • Why eating less often backfires
 • Simple ways to build meals that support fat loss and muscle growth


If you’ve ever felt confused by calories, macros, keto, fasting, or all the conflicting nutrition advice online, this episode will help simplify everything.


No gimmicks. No fad diets. Just practical nutrition advice that actually works for women over 35.



]]> Most women over 35 are not struggling because they lack willpower.


They’re struggling because nobody ever taught them how nutrition actually works.


In this episode, Coach Zac breaks down the three macronutrients: protein, carbohydrates, and fat, and explains how each one impacts fat loss, muscle building, hormones, energy, and long term health.


You’ll learn:


• What protein, carbs, and fats actually do in the body
 • Why cutting carbs isn’t always the answer
 • How much protein women over 35 really need
 • The biggest nutrition mistakes keeping women stuck
 • Why eating less often backfires
 • Simple ways to build meals that support fat loss and muscle growth


If you’ve ever felt confused by calories, macros, keto, fasting, or all the conflicting nutrition advice online, this episode will help simplify everything.


No gimmicks. No fad diets. Just practical nutrition advice that actually works for women over 35.



]]> Zachary Klassen Buzzsprout-19303203 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:00:00 -0400 2829 full false First Episode! First Episode! real conversations about what actually works for women over 35. we cover hormones, nutrition, training, and the mindset side of staying consistent. hosted by the coaches behind one of the leading programs for women in this exact stage of life. come hang out, get to know us, and walk away with stuff you can actually use.

]]> real conversations about what actually works for women over 35. we cover hormones, nutrition, training, and the mindset side of staying consistent. hosted by the coaches behind one of the leading programs for women in this exact stage of life. come hang out, get to know us, and walk away with stuff you can actually use.

]]> Zachary Klassen Buzzsprout-19184507 Fri, 15 May 2026 13:00:00 -0400 1081 full false