The 3 Things Most Diets Miss for Women Over 35 (And What Actually Works)
If you’ve tried all the diets—the macros, the fasting, the detox teas—you already know the truth—> They’re not built for women over 35.
Your body has changed. Your schedule is packed. Your hormones are doing their own thing. And yet most nutrition plans still expect you to:
Eat like a 22-year-old influencer
Track every bite
Give up your favorite foods (and your sanity)
At Studio ME in Northeast Minneapolis, we work with real women who want to feel better, get stronger, and finally make peace with food.
Here are the 3 biggest things most diets completely miss for women over 35—and what actually works instead.
Erin posing during a small group strength training session.
Protein Is Your Best Friend (And Most Diets Underserve It)
Protein helps you:
Preserve lean muscle
Boost metabolism
Recover faster
Stay full longer
But most diet plans focus on cutting calories—not building strength.
At Studio ME, we help you:
✅ Eat enough high-quality protein daily
✅ Pair it with strength training to support muscle and bone health
✅ Ditch the restrictive mindset that makes food the enemy
Your Hormones Are Not a Side Note
In your 30s and 40s, estrogen, progesterone, and cortisol start to shift. That means:
More fatigue
Slower recovery
Higher stress response
Weight changes (even when your habits stay the same)
Most diets ignore this—and it’s why many women feel like they’re “doing everything right” but not seeing results.
We teach you how to work with your body, not against it—through food, movement, and recovery that supports your unique phase of life.
All-or-Nothing Is a Trap
Perfection is the enemy of consistency.
One “bad” meal doesn’t mean the day is ruined. One missed workout doesn’t mean you’ve failed.
What works?
Flexible habits you can repeat when life is chaotic
Simple systems that fit into your busy schedule
A coach who helps you build strategies, not shame
At Studio ME, we create realistic plans with real accountability—without tracking every crumb or fearing your next night out.
Food Should Fuel Your Life—Not Take Over It
Want a sustainable nutrition plan that actually works with your body (and your life)? Join our 12 Week Nutrition & Lifestyle Program.