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Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

Dr Orlena Kerek weight loss coach

352 episodes

1 day ago

Are you doing everything "right" but your body stopped responding? You're not broken—the rules just changed. If you've found yourself wondering "What's wrong with me?" or "Why can't I do this anymore?"—this episode is your permission slip to stop blaming yourself. Dr. Orlena reveals why weight loss and energy management feel so much harder after 40, and spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with willpower, discipline, or laziness. Through her own transformation from a sports-phobic teenager to ...

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Health & Fitness

Self-Improvement,

Alternative Health

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Are you doing everything "right" but your body stopped responding? You're not broken—the rules just changed. If you've found yourself wondering "What's wrong with me?" or "Why can't I do this anymore?"—this episode is your permission slip to stop blaming yourself. Dr. Orlena reveals why weight loss and energy management feel so much harder after 40, and spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with willpower, discipline, or laziness. Through her own transformation from a sports-phobic teenager to ...

Show more...

Health & Fitness

Self-Improvement,

Alternative Health

Episodes (20/352)

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

The Truth About Weight Loss After 40 (You're Not Broken)

Are you doing everything "right" but your body stopped responding? You're not broken—the rules just changed. If you've found yourself wondering "What's wrong with me?" or "Why can't I do this anymore?"—this episode is your permission slip to stop blaming yourself. Dr. Orlena reveals why weight loss and energy management feel so much harder after 40, and spoiler alert: it has nothing to do with willpower, discipline, or laziness. Through her own transformation from a sports-phobic teenager to ...

1 day ago

18 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

Christmas Without the Health Crash: Your 4-Pillar Holiday Guide

Stop fighting with yourself over Christmas cookies. There's a better way. In this episode, Dr. Orlena shares a powerful client story that changes everything about how we think about holiday eating. Imagine walking into a European patisserie—vanilla and sugar filling the air, pastries glistening behind glass—and genuinely, easily choosing just coffee. No internal battle. No guilt. Just... peace. Here's what you'll discover: ✨ The difference between deprivation and true food freedom – Why the o...

3 weeks ago

20 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

How to Navigate Holiday Eating Without the Guilt (or the Weight Gain)

Tired of the Holiday Weight Gain Cycle? Here's How to Break Free The festive season doesn't have to mean abandoned health goals and January regrets. In this episode, Dr. Orlena tackles one of the biggest challenges healthy eaters face: social eating during the holidays. Drawing from her own journey—from medical school rejection to eventually becoming a doctor—Dr. Orlena shares a powerful truth: if you really want to make lasting change happen, you can. But it requires strategy, not willpower....

1 month ago

22 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

The Inflammation-Weight Connection Every Menopausal Woman Needs to Know

Feeling stuck despite doing "all the right things"? You're not imagining it. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Orlena reveals why midlife weight loss feels impossible—and it's not about willpower. The culprit? Chronic inflammation that creates self-perpetuating cycles in your body during perimenopause. Discover: Why small steps work better than dramatic overhauls - Learn how Dr. Orlena went from exhausted, overwhelmed mom to thriving wellness enthusiast by starting with just one hour of yoga p...

1 month ago

26 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

From Stuck to Strong: Making Health Changes That Actually Stick

Are you doing "reasonably well" with your health but secretly know you need to make real changes? If you're in your 40s, 50s, or beyond and struggling with stubborn abdominal weight, low energy, or that nagging feeling that you're not living your healthiest life—this episode is your roadmap forward. Dr. Orlena reveals why the weight loss strategies that worked in your 20s no longer apply, and shares the truth about abdominal fat that nobody tells you: it can take 6-12 months to respond even w...

2 months ago

21 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

Why you’re not losing weight after 45 (and what actually works now)

Are you eating healthy and exercising, but the scale refuses to budge? In this episode, Dr. Orlena reveals why everything that worked in your 20s and 30s suddenly stopped working—and it's not your fault. Your body fundamentally changed, and nobody told you the new rules. Through the story of "Kate," a frustrated 50-year-old who suddenly gained abdominal weight despite living healthily, Dr. Orlebna unpacks the biological reality of perimenopause and menopause that's sabotaging your efforts. In...

2 months ago

19 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

The Hidden Ways Stress Is Sabotaging Your Weight Loss After 40

Send us a text Feeling like you're doing everything right, but the weight keeps creeping up? If you're a woman over 40 juggling endless responsibilities and wondering why that glass of wine and "healthy" eating aren't delivering results, this episode reveals what's really going on beneath the surface. Dr. Orlena exposes the hidden culprit behind stubborn weight gain after 40: chronic stress. But this isn't about meditation apps or bubble baths. You'll discover how stress literally rewires you...

3 months ago

17 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

Midlife Metabolism: Understanding Hormones, Weight, and Energy

Send us a text So many women hit midlife and suddenly feel like their body has changed overnight—extra weight, less energy, what used to work doesn’t anymore. In this episode, I dive into: Why menopause changes your hormones, metabolism, and muscle mass.How to break free from the “fat gets fatter” cycle.The 4 pillars of lasting health: nutrition, exercise, sleep, and emotional wellness.This isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about building a system and habits that help you feel vibrant, strong, and...

3 months ago

50 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

How to Rewire Your Brain for Effortless Weight Loss

Send us a text Are you tired of trying every diet and exercise plan, only to feel like you're fighting an uphill battle? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Orlena reveals why your biggest obstacle to lasting weight loss isn't what you think. Through the inspiring story of Sarah—a teacher who broke free from stress eating, work overwhelm, and body shame—you'll discover the one missing piece that makes everything else fall into place. You'll learn: Why most people don't have a knowledge gap, but ...

4 months ago

21 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

The Weight Loss Trap: How Scale-Watching Sabotages Your Success

Send us a text Ready to break free from the scale and finally create lasting change? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Orlena shares a powerful story about her 90-year-old neighbor that completely changed how she thinks about weight loss—and why you should stop focusing on the number on the scale if you want real, sustainable results. You'll discover the three core insights that will revolutionize your approach to health: Why your scale obsession is sabotaging your success: Learn how weight-fo...

4 months ago

16 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

The Hidden Menopause-Weight Connection: Why Your Gut Holds the Key

Send us a text Are you eating "healthy" but still struggling with weight gain during menopause? You're not alone. In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Orlena reveals the hidden science behind why menopause makes weight management so challenging - and it all comes down to your gut microbiome. Discover why declining estrogen doesn't just affect hot flashes, but fundamentally rewires your digestive system, tipping the balance toward inflammation and weight gain. Learn about the crucial F/B ratio (th...

5 months ago

13 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

Why You're Not Seeing Results (Even When You Think You're Doing Everything)

Send us a text Are you doing "all the right things" but still not seeing the results you want? This episode is for you if you've watched the healthy eating videos, you're exercising regularly, you're getting decent sleep, but the scale isn't budging and you're feeling frustrated and stuck. Dr. Orlena delivers some necessary hard love by revealing there are only two possible reasons you're not getting results - and neither one is what you think. She exposes the hidden hormonal saboteurs like ...

5 months ago

13 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

Starting Your Health Journey from Rock Bottom: A Realistic Roadmap

Send us a text Feeling stuck at the bottom of your health mountain? If you're recovering from surgery, dealing with chronic pain, or facing significant weight loss goals that feel impossible, this episode is for you. Dr. Orlena tackles a heartfelt question from listener Beth about starting a health journey when you're facing real obstacles - not just inconveniences. In this episode, you'll discover why your previous attempts may have failed and how to create a sustainable path forward. Dr. ...

6 months ago

20 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

Reverse Your Age: The Million Hour Life Plan with Dr. Alka Patel

Send us a text What if you could literally reverse your age and live to 114 years old? Join Dr. Orlena as she sits down with Dr. Alka Patel, a former "drug-pushing" GP turned longevity expert who discovered the secret to aging backwards after a life-threatening burnout led her to a 106-year-old sage in India. In this eye-opening conversation, you'll discover: 🔬 Why your biological age can actually go backwards - Dr. Patel reveals how 80% of aging is controlled by your lifestyle choices, and s...

6 months ago

36 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

Why Your Brain is Your Biggest Enemy in Weight Loss - And How to Fight Back

Send us a text Are you tired of starting over every Monday? Do you find yourself saying "I'll be good tomorrow" while beating yourself up for every imperfect choice? In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Orlena reveals the hidden mental patterns that are secretly sabotaging your health goals - and why willpower alone will never be enough. Drawing from the groundbreaking work on Positive Intelligence, she exposes the nine "saboteurs" living in your head: from the Controller who demands perfection, ...

6 months ago

24 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

Why "Only" Losing One Pound Feels Like Failure (And How to Fix It)

Send us a text Are you your own worst enemy when it comes to reaching your health goals? If you're the type of person who achieves your target but still feels disappointed, who focuses on the handful of mulberries left unpicked rather than the hour you spent harvesting, or who secretly sets impossible standards then beats yourself up for "only" meeting your original goal - this episode is for you. Dr. Orlena dives deep into the hidden psychology of hyperachieving and reveals how this seemingl...

7 months ago

15 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

Bone Health Revolution: Why Walking Isn't Enough & What Really Works with Dr Tracey Clissold

Send us a text BONE HEALTH REVOLUTION: THE 3-MINUTE SOLUTION FOR LIFELONG STRENGTH In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Orlena speaks with bone health expert Dr. Tracey Clissold about the "silent epidemic" affecting millions of women and the surprisingly simple solution that takes just minutes a day. Did you know we only have until age 30 to build the skeleton that must last us a lifetime? After that, we begin losing bone density—with losses accelerating dramatically during menopause when women c...

7 months ago

42 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

The Menopause Sleep Solution: Expert Strategies Beyond Hot Flashes with Dr Nishi Bhopal

Send us a text THE SLEEP SOLUTION YOU HAVEN'T TRIED: BEYOND THE BASICS WITH DR. NISHI BHOPAL Is sleep your Achilles' heel despite doing "all the right things"? In this eye-opening episode of Fit and Fabulous, Dr. Orlena welcomes sleep medicine expert Dr. Nishi Bhopal to explore the emotional and cognitive dimensions of sleep that most experts never discuss. Discover why sleep quality matters more than hours logged, with fascinating insights into how sleep continuity affects your entire day—ev...

8 months ago

31 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

Why Weight Loss Frustration Is Actually a Good Sign: Your Breakthrough Is Closer Than You Think

Send us a text Why Your Weight Loss Frustration Might Be Your Biggest Breakthrough Feeling stuck despite eating healthy and exercising regularly? In this illuminating episode of Fit and Fabulous, Dr. Orlena explains why frustration with your weight loss or health journey might actually be your greatest sign of progress. Discover why you're likely much closer to success than you realize, and how small, strategic adjustments—not complete overhauls—are often the key to breakthrough results. This...

8 months ago

15 minutes

Fit and Fabulous at Forty and Beyond with Dr Orlena

Love Your Body Forward: Why Positive Body Image Is Key to Lasting Health

Send us a text Transform Your Health by Transforming Your Body Image Are you tired of approaching your health journey from a place of frustration, blame, and self-criticism? In this eye-opening episode of Fit and Fabulous, Dr. Orlena reveals why your relationship with your body might be the hidden obstacle to achieving lasting health results. Discover the powerful difference between "negative brain" and "positive brain" approaches to health, and why appreciation rather than criticism cr...

9 months ago

14 minutes