Reverse Insulin Resistance: Health Tips for Women Over 40 | Season 2 | Ep. 159

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey sits down with WarriorBabe Nausheen to share how she broke free from the endless cycle of cardio, under-fueling, and frustration. ‍Despite running multiple half marathons and a full marathon, Nausheen found herself gaining weight after having her son and feeling more discouraged than ever. After spending a year listening to The Macro Hour and researching macros on her own, she finally decided to take the leap. ‍Today, she's down 17 pounds, 12 inches off her hips, and 6 inches off her waist while building strength, confidence, and a healthier relationship with food. Together, Nikkiey and Nausheen discuss why eating more and lifting weights changed everything, the power of progress over perfection, and how her transformation inspired her entire family. ‍If you've been working harder but not seeing the results you deserve, this episode will remind you that lasting change comes from working smarter—not just harder. ‍If you liked this video, hit the like and subscribe button so that more videos like this will come your way once we drop them!

Most people over 40 think walking 10,000 steps a day is enough to transform their health, but it's only one piece of the puzzle. In this video, I break down what you should be doing alongside daily walks to improve fat loss, build strength, support your hormones, and age healthier.‍If you liked this video, hit the like and subscribe button so that more videos like this will come your way once we drop them!

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott revisits the four key phases of a successful fitness journey—fat loss, reverse dieting, maintenance, and lean bulking—with a special focus on one of the most misunderstood phases: building muscle.‍Prompted by a listener question, Nikkiey takes a deeper dive into what a lean bulk actually is, why it's so important for long-term body composition, and how it differs from the idea of a "dirty bulk." She also addresses the fear many women have around seeing the scale increase during this phase and explains why those changes don't necessarily mean you're gaining body fat.‍If you've ever wondered when it's time to transition into a building phase—or felt nervous about eating more to build muscle—this episode will help you understand the bigger picture and give you the confidence to trust the process.‍If you liked this video, hit the like and subscribe button so that more videos like this will come your way once we drop them!

In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott breaks down the truth about food noise—and why constantly thinking about food isn't a sign that you're lacking willpower.‍She explores the most common reasons food noise shows up, from under-eating and restrictive dieting to blood sugar imbalances and hormonal changes. More importantly, Nikkiey shares practical strategies to help you quiet the mental chatter around food by nourishing your body, building balanced meals, and creating a healthier relationship with eating.‍If you've ever felt like food is always on your mind or struggled to understand why cravings seem impossible to control, this episode will help you uncover the root cause and give you the tools to take back control.‍If you liked this video, hit the like and subscribe button so that more videos like this will come your way once we drop them!

Most people struggle to hit their protein and calorie goals because they overcomplicate their meals. In this video, I share 5 high-protein breakfasts you can make in 20 minutes or less that make it easier to stay consistent, support your fitness goals, and keep your nutrition on track.If you liked this video, hit the like and subscribe button so that more videos like this will come your way once we drop them!

In this episode of The Macro Hour, we're sharing a recent weekly community call from inside the WarriorBabe community: The Metabolism Retrain Roadmap.‍Nikkiey Stott breaks down what it really means to retrain your metabolism, why years of dieting can leave women feeling stuck, and the steps needed to rebuild a stronger foundation for long-term results. She explains the common signs of metabolic adaptation, why eating less isn't always the answer, and how strategic nutrition, strength training, and consistency work together to restore your body's ability to respond.If you've been struggling with low energy, stalled progress, or feel like your body isn't responding the way it used to, this episode will help you better understand what's happening beneath the surface—and what it takes to move forward with confidence.If you liked this video, hit the like and subscribe button so that more videos like this will come your way once we drop them!