If you’re trying to lose weight after 40 as a female and feel like nothing is working anymore, you’re not alone.
Sarah, 44, had tried all kinds of diets like Weight Watchers, juicing, GI diets, strength programmes, even considered Alcoholics Anonymous as her alcohol use crept up. She felt like she was spiralling: gaining weight, losing energy, and disconnecting from the woman she used to be.
But in just over 12 months, Sarah completely transformed her body and mindset.
She lost over 3 stone, dropped from a size 16 to a size 8, and most importantly, got her confidence and spark back.
Her journey wasn’t about starving herself or punishing workouts. It was about finding a real solution that worked for her body, her hormones, and her lifestyle after 40.
Here’s exactly how she did it, and how you can too.
Why Sarah Chose Trinity
At 44, Sarah was working full-time in insurance, raising two children and helping with two stepchildren. Her partner worked long hours, and their household was always busy.
She’d been sporty in the past, playing and coaching hockey, but that had stopped. Her evenings became about wine, snacks, and collapsing in front of the TV.
She didn’t realise how much this was taking a toll on her health, relationships, and self-esteem, until it hit her all at once.
Her stepfather was diagnosed with cancer. Suddenly, the family needed her, but she felt emotionally and physically unavailable. She was exhausted, overweight, uncomfortable in her clothes, and struggling mentally. Even her job performance began to suffer.
“That Christmas, I had two awful hangovers, and I just broke. I looked in the mirror and thought, ‘This is not who I am. Something has to change.’”
That’s when she came across the Trinity Fit Over 40 programme.
Why Traditional Diets Don’t Work After 40
Like many women trying to lose weight after 40, Sarah had been on and off diets for years.
She tried Weight Watchers (more than 10 times), the GI diet, juicing, Dukan, and the Kim Beach method. Some worked for a while, but the weight always crept back on.
“I was the classic yo-yo dieter. Fit and healthy for six months, then totally the opposite for the next six. I thought I could always get myself back… but I never really understood why I kept slipping.”
Sarah thought she just lacked willpower. But the truth is, after 40, your body changes and traditional diets stop working the way they used to.
What Made Trinity Different
Sarah came across the Trinity Transformation programme on Facebook. What stood out was that it was designed specifically for women over 40.
She was sceptical. as she’d never heard of Trinity before and the cost was a concern. She also wasn’t sure that two young male coaches could understand what she was going through.
But one question changed everything:
“If you’re still in this same place a year from now, how will you feel?”
That hit hard.
She signed up and committed to giving herself 12 weeks to change.
“That question was it for me, I was in tears. I just said, I don’t know. This is not where I want to be. This is not how I want my life to continue. So, yeah. That was a game changer question for me.”
How Sarah Lost Weight After 40 – The Key Steps That Worked
Step 1: Creating a Sustainable Routine (Without Cardio)
When Sarah joined Trinity, one of the first surprises was that she didn’t need to do any cardio.
That felt like a shock at first. She was a hockey player and, like many women, believed cardio was essential for weight loss.
But Trinity coaches explained that what works better after 40 especially during hormonal shifts, is a Low Impact Strength Training (LIST) approach. This protects the joints, supports metabolism, and builds lean muscle (which burns more calories at rest).
Sarah committed to just three strength-based workouts a week, done from home with a yoga mat and a few kettlebells.
“I loved that I didn’t need to go to a gym. I used three kettlebells and a yoga mat in my lounge. No more excuses about weather or travel.”
Sarah quickly realised that Low Impact Strength Training (LIST) was far more effective than cardio for losing fat and building muscle, especially during menopause.
She also set up a consistent morning routine with early workouts, meditation, and gratitude. That structure changed everything.
Step 2: Learning to Fuel Her Body Instead of Restricting
One of the reasons Sarah never kept weight off in the past was that she was always dieting and cutting carbs, reducing calories, juicing, or eliminating food groups. It worked temporarily, but it was never sustainable.
With Trinity, she learned to track her food in a new way, using MyFitnessPal to keep her aware of what she was eating.
“I think the tracking of food, I really wasn’t aware. I think having MyFitnessPal is brilliant, even now. I love my food. I’m not somebody who doesn’t enjoy food. Obviously I don’t gouge as much pizza as I used to, but I don’t really want to either.”
Her coach helped her find the right mix of protein, fats, and carbs to fuel her workouts and support her hormones, without feeling hungry or deprived.
“I was still eating dinner with my kids. I didn’t have to cook separate meals, but we eat together, it’s balanced.“
This approach helped Sarah shift away from emotional eating. She stopped relying on food and alcohol to cope with stress, because she finally felt in control.
Step 3: Working on Mindset and Emotional Habits
What really made the difference for Sarah wasn’t just the workouts or the food. It was the mindset coaching that helped her understand why she’d struggled for so long.
Using tools like Trinity’s Thought Transformers, she started to reflect on her behaviours, her triggers, and the stories she was telling herself.
She realised that her old belief—”I’m an all-or-nothing person”—wasn’t actually true. It was just a thought pattern that was holding her back.
“Once I saw that, everything changed. I stopped blaming other people or my circumstances and started taking responsibility. Not in a harsh way, but with kindness.”
That self-awareness helped Sarah build healthier habits and stay motivated, even when life got busy or stressful.
Step 4: Staying Accountable—But Not Alone
In the past, Sarah would always drift off track after a few weeks. That changed with Trinity.
Every week, she checked in with her coach Ben. It wasn’t a pressure-filled conversation, it was supportive, honest, and focused on progress.
“He never nagged. But I knew he’d notice if I didn’t check in. And I didn’t want to let him—or myself—down.”
She also tracked her workouts and goals in an achievement journal, which helped her see how consistent she was being. This visual reinforcement played a big role in helping her stay on track week after week.
By removing the guesswork and having someone in her corner, Sarah didn’t just try, she succeeded.
The Results: Stronger, Happier, More Confident
After 12 months on the Trinity programme, Sarah lost over 3 stone (more than 45 pounds) and dropped 4 dress sizes, going from a size 16 to a size 8.
But what matters more is how she feels.
She’s energetic, proud, focused, and emotionally stronger. She’s empowered.
“I love that I can do press-ups. I feel strong. I feel in control of my body again. But more than that, I’m proud of who I’ve become.”
Her children are proud too. They’ve seen her go through the whole journey, and have even started picking up healthier habits themselves.
Sarah also hasn’t had a drink since January 2020. It’s no longer something she needs to get through the day.
How Trinity Transformation Can Help You Too
At Trinity, we’ve helped over 7,000 women achieve real, lasting results—without extreme diets, endless cardio, or short-term fixes. With a 97% success rate, our Fit Over 40 method is specifically designed for women navigating perimenopause and menopause.
What makes us different?
- Tailored plans for your stage of life
- LIST workouts that are joint-friendly and effective
- 1-1 coaching with experts who understand women’s health
- Mindset and lifestyle support, not just weight loss
- A complete lifestyle re-education you can maintain for life
This is a transformation that puts you back in control, helps you feel amazing in your clothes, and gives you the tools to live life with confidence and energy again.
