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Menopause, Movement, and the Treadmill That Changed My Body

Nov 27, 2025

Weight loss after 40 hits different. Especially when menopause enters the chat. If you’ve been doing all the "right things" and still feel like your body’s not responding, you are not alone. That’s exactly where I was before I found a new way to move—and a treadmill that made all the difference.

If you've been searching for how to lose weight after menopause and keep your joints, peace, and sanity intact, this story (and this video) is for you:
Watch now: YeSoul T3 Plus Review & My Post-Menopause Weight Loss Journey

Why I Had to Rethink "Healthy"

Menopause didn’t just shift my hormones. It shifted everything. Foods that used to feel nourishing started working against me. I learned (the hard way) that too many "healthy" snacks like walnuts were actually slowing me down and causing bloating. It wasn’t until I started tracking and weighing my food again that I could see what was really happening. It wasn’t about restriction—it was about returning to center.

And in the middle of all that? I realized my workouts had to change too.

Post-Menopause Fitness: What Actually Feels Good

I used to push through pain just to feel like I was "doing enough." But menopause taught me to listen in a deeper way. Running 5Ks every week left my joints screaming. The gym? Full of unsolicited advice and awkward small talk.

So I built a home setup that actually feels good—mentally and physically. At the center of it all? The YeSoul T3 Plus treadmill.

Why I Love the YeSoul T3 Plus

This treadmill gives me everything I need with none of the nonsense. It has:

  • A 21.5" HD screen for streaming whatever I want

  • Auto incline up to 10% (hello, glutes!)

  • Built-in speakers and a sleek design

  • Folds up when I’m done (unlike that gym bro who stared at me mid-squat)

And no monthly subscription. Just real movement, at home, on my terms.

Get $100 off with code TAMI100 here: https://bit.ly/4nT1t9k

Consistency Over Chaos

The biggest lesson? Menopause gave me permission to slow down, tune in, and find movement that supports who I am now. I’m not chasing quick results anymore. I’m choosing consistency. And the YeSoul T3 Plus helps me stay on track without the overwhelm.

Curious how it all fits together? Watch the full video for the full story:
YeSoul T3 Plus Review & My Post-Menopause Weight Loss Journey

YouTube Chapters (Selima’s Key Questions & Reflections)

00:01:18 – What changes did you start to notice in your body?
00:03:13 – What foods were helping or working against you?
00:05:27 – What motivated the shift from running to walking?
00:07:02 – What was your experience putting the treadmill together?
00:08:03 – What features of the treadmill stood out to you?
00:10:11 – What advice would you give for starting during or after menopause?
00:11:13 – How has your mindset around movement shifted?
00:13:34 – What’s one small shift someone could start today?
00:14:20 – How does it feel to be consistent without overdoing it?
00:15:07 – What would you say to someone who feels it’s too late to start?
00:16:30 – Embracing slow progress and redefining success
00:18:05 – The emotional side of weight gain in menopause
00:20:20 – Giving yourself permission to feel good again
00:22:40 – How movement became about joy, not punishment
00:25:00 – Real-life wins: better sleep, better energy, better mindset
00:27:30 – How consistency created confidence over time
00:30:15 – Redefining what strong looks like after 40
00:33:00 – Final reflections: movement as self-trust and care
00:35:30 – What’s next: encouragement for your own journey
00:37:26 – How my son sees my journey

Ready to Feel Good Again?

This isn’t about going backward. It’s about finding your rhythm forward. If you’re navigating menopause and weight loss, I hope this video gives you a new way to see your body, your strength, and your joy.

Watch the video here and let it all click: https://youtu.be/34S_sap0uBo

 

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