EPISODE 42: Why Midlife Weight Gain Isn’t Your Fault (and What to Do) with Erin Goodman

Welcome back to Peptides for Women podcast!

In this episode, I’m joined by Erin Goodman, a master fitness trainer, nutrition coach, and Beachbody Live Master Trainer, to talk about her personal journey with peptides and how microdosing helped her break through stubborn weight gain while preserving muscle.

After over two decades in the fitness industry, Erin found herself doing “all the right things” - tracking macros, strength training, and staying active - yet still gaining weight and feeling stuck. In this conversation, she shares how she shifted from skepticism to education, ultimately using peptides as a tool to support her already strong foundation.

We also explore how peptides can complement (not replace!) key health habits like protein intake, resistance training, and consistency. Erin offers practical, real-life strategies she uses with her clients to simplify nutrition, improve adherence, and create sustainable results without extremes.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why “doing everything right” can still lead to weight gain in midlife
• How microdosing tirzepatide helped her lose 25 lbs and 10% body fat
• The importance of using data (like body composition) instead of just the scale
• How peptides reduce food noise and improve consistency
• Why protein intake is a non-negotiable and how to increase it realistically
• Simple macro tracking strategies (without overwhelm)
• Meal prep tips to save time, money, and decision fatigue
• Common mistakes women make with macros (and how to fix them)
• Erin’s experience stacking peptides (GHK-Cu, BPC-157, Tesamorelin/Ipamorelin)
• Real client results and why microdosing works so well for 10–25 lb goals
• The importance of community, accountability, and support in long-term success

Connect with Erin Goodman!

• Website: ⁠⁠https://www.workwithresultsmatter.com/links
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_eringoodman/⁠⁠
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erin.goodmanfurner/

Links & Resources:

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‼️Disclaimer‼️

This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not provide medical advice. Always speak with your licensed healthcare provider before starting or changing any medication or treatment plan.