Weight Loss After 50 | Menopause, Metabolism, Hormones, Healthy Eating, Pain Relief, Low Carb Diet

Are you tired of dieting and wish you could finally lose weight? Do you fear you will stay stuck forever repeating the same cycles and never reaching your goals? Do you dream of being able to move easily without pain? Wondering if you’ll ever feel confident again? Scared to start another diet... and fail.. yet again…?  

I am so excited you're here! This podcast will help you find peace around food, freedom from guilt and restored confidence in yourself. Imagine experiencing renewed energy to enjoy your day while weight loss happens naturally.

Hi, I'm Robyn. A wife, Mom, Nana Jesus lover, and your faith-led, low-carb lifestyle coach. For 50 years, I tried to lose weight on every diet known to man.

I felt out of control with food — especially sugar and carbs — and no longer trusted my body or myself. Hormonal changes, low energy, and increasing body pain only intensified as I became older. 

I finally realized that if I was going to create sustainable weight loss and take my health seriously, I needed to understand nutrition in a way that felt simple and doable.

I realized I didn’t need another strict plan—I needed one that fit me. Something simple, doable, and sustainable. A lifestyle that made health feel lighter and more enjoyable. And now, I’m ready to share it with you.

If you are a woman over 50 who is tired of fighting the food noise, doubting yourself and starting over every Monday AND you want to feel in control again, have energy and move with ease without strict diets and guilt, you are in the right place.

Grab those comfy shoes, pop in those earbuds and let's move like our knees didn't just make that weird noise.

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Episodes

Wednesday Jul 17, 2024

On this week's episode, Robyn shares how recalibrating the mind for weight loss is absolutely necessary, especially for long term.  IN THIS NEW SERIES, ROBYN TALKS ABOUT:The definition of Calibrate: something is functioning correctlyThe definition of Recalibrate: to measure or adjust settings again when new info is available.Embrace challengesReframe failureDo it on purposeChoosing a different path is possible. You are where it starts..Welcome to Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. My name is Robyn Polk. I've lost 70 pounds and have kept it off since 2017. Join me each week where I will be sharing reasons why weight loss feels so hard after 50, tips & tricks for weight loss after 50, and strategies for successful long term weight loss.Thanks for listening to the Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. Please remember, if you love this Podcast, to subscribe, share with your friends, and if you would be so kind to leave a 5 star review, I would be so grateful!! Links & Resources to Connect with Robyn: *Interested in personalized 1:1 coaching? Schedule your Free 15-min call HERE *Email Me: robyn@robynpolk.co *Facebook: Facebook *Website: robynpolk.co

Wednesday Jul 10, 2024

On this week's episode, Robyn shares how recalibrating the mind for weight loss is absolutely necessary, especially for long term.  IN THIS NEW SERIES, ROBYN TALKS ABOUT:The definition of Calibrate: something is functioning correctlyThe definition of Recalibrate: to measure or adjust settings again when new info is available.Clean up your environmentCook at home moreFocus on your health - not the weightChoosing a different path is possible. You are where it starts..Welcome to Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. My name is Robyn Polk. I've lost 70 pounds and have kept it off since 2017. Join me each week where I will be sharing reasons why weight loss feels so hard after 50, tips & tricks for weight loss after 50, and strategies for successful long term weight loss.Thanks for listening to the Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. Please remember, if you love this Podcast, to subscribe, share with your friends, and if you would be so kind to leave a 5 star review, I would be so grateful!! Links & Resources to Connect with Robyn: *Interested in personalized 1:1 coaching? Schedule your Free 15-min call HERE *Email Me: robyn@robynpolk.co *Facebook: Facebook *Website: robynpolk.co

Wednesday Jul 03, 2024

On this week's episode, Robyn shares how recalibrating the mind for weight loss is absolutely necessary, especially for long term.  IN THIS NEW SERIES, ROBYN TALKS ABOUT:The definition of Calibrate: something is functioning correctlyThe definition of Recalibrate: to measure or adjust settings again when new info is available.JournalingMindful meditationSleepChoosing a different path is possible. You are where it starts..Welcome to Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. My name is Robyn Polk. I've lost 70 pounds and have kept it off since 2017. Join me each week where I will be sharing reasons why weight loss feels so hard after 50, tips & tricks for weight loss after 50, and strategies for successful long term weight loss.Thanks for listening to the Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. Please remember, if you love this Podcast, to subscribe, share with your friends, and if you would be so kind to leave a 5 star review, I would be so grateful!! Links & Resources to Connect with Robyn: *Interested in personalized 1:1 coaching? Schedule your Free 15-min call HERE *Email Me: robyn@robynpolk.co *Facebook: Facebook *Website: robynpolk.co

Wednesday Jun 26, 2024

On this week's episode, Robyn shares how recalibrating the mind for weight loss is absolutely necessary, especially for long term.  IN THIS NEW SERIES, ROBYN TALKS ABOUT:The definition of Calibrate: something is functioning correctlyThe definition of Recalibrate: to measure or adjust settings again when new info is available.Consistency over perfectionHabit stackingEducational contentChoosing a different path is possible. You are where it starts..Thanks for listening to the Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast.Please remember to subscribe you don't miss any episodes.If you love the podcast, please share with your friends and leave a 5-star review.Welcome to Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. My name is Robyn Polk. I've lost 70 pounds and have kept it off since 2017. Join me each week where I will be sharing reasons why weight loss feels so hard after 50, tips & tricks for weight loss after 50, and strategies for successful long term weight loss.Thanks for listening to the Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. Please remember, if you love this Podcast, to subscribe, share with your friends, and if you would be so kind to leave a 5 star review, I would be so grateful!! Links & Resources to Connect with Robyn: *Interested in personalized 1:1 coaching? Schedule your Free 15-min call HERE *Email Me: robyn@robynpolk.co *Facebook: Facebook *Website: robynpolk.co

Wednesday Jun 19, 2024

On this week's episode, Robyn shares how recalibrating the mind for weight loss is absolutely necessary, especially for long term.  IN THIS NEW SERIES, ROBYN TALKS ABOUT:The definition of Calibrate: something is functioning correctlyThe definition of Recalibrate: to measure or adjust settings again when new info is available.Set realistic goalsChoose a growth mindsetPositive self talkChoosing a different path is possible. You are where it starts..Thanks for listening to the Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast.Please remember to subscribe you don't miss any episodes.If you love the podcast, please share with your friends and leave a 5-star review.Welcome to Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. My name is Robyn Polk. I've lost 70 pounds and have kept it off since 2017. Join me each week where I will be sharing reasons why weight loss feels so hard after 50, tips & tricks for weight loss after 50, and strategies for successful long term weight loss.Thanks for listening to the Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. Please remember, if you love this Podcast, to subscribe, share with your friends, and if you would be so kind to leave a 5 star review, I would be so grateful!! Links & Resources to Connect with Robyn: *Interested in personalized 1:1 coaching? Schedule your Free 15-min call HERE *Email Me: robyn@robynpolk.co *Facebook: Facebook *Website: robynpolk.co

Wednesday May 08, 2024

On this week's episode, Robyn shares simple ways to reduce sugar from your diet.IN THIS EPISODE, ROBYN TALKS ABOUT:Cook at homeOpt for unsweetened beveragesChoose whole fruit instead of juiceEat full fat foodsRead labelsStop eating carbs in the morningOTHER NAMES FOR SUGAR:high fructose corn syrupcane sugar or cane juicemaltosedextroseinvert sugarrice syrupmolassescaramelI have a list of over 50 other names for sugar. If you want that list, email me at robyn@robynpolk.co and I'll send it to you!Choosing a different path is possible. You are where it starts..Welcome to Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. My name is Robyn Polk. I've lost 70 pounds and have kept it off since 2017. Join me each week where I will be sharing reasons why weight loss feels so hard after 50, tips & tricks for weight loss after 50, and strategies for successful long term weight loss.Thanks for listening to the Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. Please remember, if you love this Podcast, to subscribe, share with your friends, and if you would be so kind to leave a 5 star review, I would be so grateful!! Links & Resources to Connect with Robyn: *Interested in personalized 1:1 coaching? Schedule your Free 15-min call HERE *Email Me: robyn@robynpolk.co *Facebook: Facebook *Website: robynpolk.co

Thursday May 02, 2024

ON THIS EPISODE: Robyn wants to challenge YOU!The great thing about this challenge is that you get to decide if the challenge is for 3 hours, 6 hours, 1/2 a day, or all day. There's no right or wrong decision - it's YOUR decision!It's time to take control over your life (especially your snack life!), take back your power in the kitchen, and on the go.Your weight loss journey is not about perfection; it's about progress. The journey might not be flawless, but by asking yourself these questions, you're setting yourself up for lasting change. Welcome to Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. My name is Robyn Polk. I've lost 70 pounds and have kept it off since 2017. Join me each week where I will be sharing reasons why weight loss feels so hard after 50, tips & tricks for weight loss after 50, and strategies for successful long term weight loss.Thanks for listening to the Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. Please remember, if you love this Podcast, to subscribe, share with your friends, and if you would be so kind to leave a 5 star review, I would be so grateful!! Links & Resources to Connect with Robyn: *Interested in personalized 1:1 coaching? Schedule your Free 15-min call HERE *Email Me: robyn@robynpolk.co *Facebook: Facebook *Website: robynpolk.co

Wednesday Apr 24, 2024

In this week's episode, Robyn shared how achieving successful weight loss involves adopting and sustaining new healthier habits, patterns, and behaviors over the long term.The beginning of a weight loss journey takes planning, you can't go at it willy nilly. Here are some key areas to focus on to start:IN THIS EPISODE, ROBYN TALKS ABOUT:DecideWhy (s)Pick your start dateSuccessful weight loss is a gradual process that requires commitment, consistency, patience, dedication and lots & lots of practice. Welcome to Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. My name is Robyn Polk. I've lost 70 pounds and have kept it off since 2017. Join me each week where I will be sharing reasons why weight loss feels so hard after 50, tips & tricks for weight loss after 50, and strategies for successful long term weight loss.Thanks for listening to the Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. Please remember, if you love this Podcast, to subscribe, share with your friends, and if you would be so kind to leave a 5 star review, I would be so grateful!! Links & Resources to Connect with Robyn: *Interested in personalized 1:1 coaching? Schedule your Free 15-min call HERE *Email Me: robyn@robynpolk.co *Facebook: Facebook *Website: robynpolk.co

Tuesday Apr 16, 2024

On this week's episode, Robyn shares how to stop talking negatively to yourself!IN THIS EPISODE, ROBYN TALKS ABOUT:The #1 way to stop talking negatively to yourself, about yourself.Your weight loss journey is not about perfection; it's about progress. The journey might not be flawless, but by asking yourself these questions, you're setting yourself up for lasting change. Welcome to Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. My name is Robyn Polk. I've lost 70 pounds and have kept it off since 2017. Join me each week where I will be sharing reasons why weight loss feels so hard after 50, tips & tricks for weight loss after 50, and strategies for successful long term weight loss.Thanks for listening to the Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. Please remember, if you love this Podcast, to subscribe, share with your friends, and if you would be so kind to leave a 5 star review, I would be so grateful!! Links & Resources to Connect with Robyn: *Interested in personalized 1:1 coaching? Schedule your Free 15-min call HERE *Email Me: robyn@robynpolk.co *Facebook: Facebook *Website: robynpolk.co

Wednesday Apr 03, 2024

Welcome to Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. My name is Robyn Polk. I've lost 70 pounds and have kept it off since 2017. Join me each week where I will be sharing reasons why weight loss feels so hard after 50, tips & tricks for weight loss after 50, and strategies for successful long term weight loss.Thanks for listening to the Sweet Freedom over 50 Podcast. Please remember, if you love this Podcast, to subscribe, share with your friends, and if you would be so kind to leave a 5 star review, I would be so grateful!! Links & Resources to Connect with Robyn: *Interested in personalized 1:1 coaching? Schedule your Free 15-min call HERE *Email Me: robyn@robynpolk.co *Facebook: Facebook *Website: robynpolk.co

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