Lean Body Buffalo Podcast

Tired of the same New Year's resolution cycle - start strong, life gets crazy, give up completely? You're not lacking willpower. Traditional resolutions weren't designed for your complex life after 40. In this episode, Brian reveals why the old approach fails and shares realistic strategies that actually work for busy women juggling career, family, and real-life responsibilities.[00:00 - 00:30] The January Reality CheckThe familiar New Year's resolution cycleWhy motivation fades and dread sets inIt's not about willpower - it's about approach[00:30 - 01:15] The Resolution TrapBig, ambitious goals that start strongWhen real life interrupts perfect plansThe blame game: why you think it's your faultSetting yourself up to fail from day one[01:15 - 03:00] Why Resolutions Fail After 40Reason #1: Life Complexity [01:15 - 01:30]25 vs. 45: priority differencesJuggling work, family, aging parentsPerfect conditions vs. real lifeReason #2: Body Changes [01:30 - 01:45]Metabolism, hormones, recov