Is Your Metabolism Actually Slow?
Is Your Metabolism Actually Slow?
Have you ever thought, “My metabolism just isn’t what it used to be”?Maybe what worked for weight loss years ago doesn’t seem to work anymore. You’re eating less, trying to make healthier choices, exercising more—and still not seeing the results you expect.
In this episode of **The Restored & Aligned Woman**, Nicole breaks down what metabolism actually is and some of the factors that can influence it over time. We’re talking about why metabolism is about much more than simply “burning calories,” and why continually eating less isn’t always the answer.
In this episode, we talk about:
* What metabolism actually means * Why muscle becomes increasingly important as we age * The difference between a reasonable calorie deficit and chronically underfueling * Why protein matters for muscle and healthy body composition * How hormones can influence weight and body composition * The connection between sleep, stress, movement, nutrition, and metabolic health * Why healthy weight management requires looking at the whole person—not just the number on the scale.
Your challenge this week: Instead of trying to change everything, simply **pay attention**. Notice your: Protein • Movement • Sleep • Energy (choose 1 or 2)** Become curious about your body instead of critical of it. Your body isn’t simply something you need to make smaller—it’s something you’ve been entrusted with. Caring for your health can come from a place of love and stewardship so you can be **healthy enough to show up for what God has called you to do.
FREE ONLINE CLASS: Beyond the Scale
Join me **Tuesday, September 29 at 6:30 PM Central
Beyond the Scale: A Smarter Approach to Health & Weight Management** We’ll bring the pieces together and look at an approach to weight management that isn’t centered around one number, one food, or one quick fix—but on supporting your body as a whole and creating something you can actually sustain.
Register here:
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Sep 29, 2026 06:30 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/s4jd-wlZQ12ukApAglj-pQ
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Coming Next Week Are You Eating Enough to Support Your Goals? *Understand how to fuel your body.* We’ll continue our *Beyond the Scale* conversation by looking at whether your body is actually getting what it needs to support your health and your goals.
Connect with Nicole Schroeder, RN | Health & Wellness Coach Nicole Schroeder Transformative Coaching: https://www.nstransformativecoaching.com/ Instagram: @nstcoaching
