She Lost 23 Pounds… Then Got Stuck (8 Reasons Women Over 40 Plateau)

She lost over 23 pounds in 16 weeks—then suddenly hit a frustrating weight loss plateau for months. If you’re a woman over 40 struggling with stalled progress despite doing everything “right,” this breakdown will show you exactly why it happens. In this article (and video), I walk through the 8 most common reasons midlife weight loss stops working—including metabolism changes, perimenopause and menopause factors, and subtle habit shifts that quietly stall fat loss. If you’ve been eating healthy, staying active, and still not seeing results, this will help you understand what’s really going on—and what to do next. Watch the full video for a clear, practical path forward.