The “Skinny-Fat” Phase: Why Feeling Softer During Weight Loss Is More Common Than You Think
Feeling softer during weight loss is more common than you think. Learn why muscle activation and body composition matter more than the scale during periods of change.
Many women expect weight loss to feel empowering right away.
But instead, they notice something unexpected:
their clothes are looser
the scale is down
yet their body feels softer, less supported, or less “toned”
This phase is often described as feeling skinny-fat — and while the term isn’t ideal, the experience behind it is very real.
The good news?
This phase is common, temporary, and explainable.
What People Mean by the “Skinny-Fat” Phase
The “skinny-fat” feeling usually shows up when:
body weight changes faster than muscle adapts
muscle activation decreases
tissue support hasn’t caught up to size changes
It’s not about body shape being “wrong.”
It’s about body composition being out of sync.
In other words:
The scale moved faster than structure did.
Why Weight Loss Can Lead to Softness
Your body is made up of:
fat
muscle
water
connective tissue
When weight changes quickly, the body often loses:
fat
fluid
some degree of muscle engagement
Muscle provides firmness, tone, and support.
When muscle activation drops, tissues can feel looser — even at a smaller size.
This is why people say:
“I’m lighter, but I don’t feel as solid.”
That sensation isn’t failure.
It’s feedback.
Why This Phase Is So Common Right Now
This experience has become more common as:
appetite changes
eating patterns shift
activity levels change
bodies move through faster transitions
When the body isn’t receiving consistent signals to engage muscle, it adapts by conserving energy — not by maintaining tone.
That’s normal physiology, not a personal shortcoming.
Why Chasing More Weight Loss Usually Backfires
When softness shows up, many women instinctively try to:
eat less
push harder
train more aggressively
But adding stress often makes things worse.
The body doesn’t tighten under pressure.
It tightens when it feels supported and stable.
This is why the solution isn’t “more weight loss” — it’s better muscle engagement and tissue support.
How the Body Moves Out of the “Skinny-Fat” Phase
This phase resolves when:
muscle activation improves
tissues receive consistent stimulation
circulation and lymphatic flow are supported
the nervous system feels safe enough to adapt
As muscle engagement returns, many women notice:
improved firmness
better posture
a more defined shape
increased confidence in how their body feels
Not because they lost more weight — but because their structure caught up.
Where Supportive Muscle Activation Fits In
At Corehauss, Eurowave sessions are used to support:
gentle muscle activation
tissue tone
body awareness
structural support during transitions
This isn’t about forcing outcomes or replacing medical care.
It’s about helping the body reconnect to muscle engagement when it needs support the most.
The Takeaway
Feeling softer during weight loss doesn’t mean you’ve done anything wrong.
It means your body is in transition.
The goal isn’t to be smaller at any cost.
The goal is to feel supported, strong, and confident inside your body.
When muscle activation is supported, the rest follows.
If you’re navigating body changes and want to feel more supported as your body adapts, Eurowave may be a helpful tool to explore.
👉 Learn more about Eurowave sessions at Corehauss
Support your structure. Support your strength. Support your long-term health.
What to Expect at Your First Eurowave Session at Corehauss
And why so many women say, “That was easier — and more effective — than I expected.”
If you’ve been following along with the conversations around puffiness, lymphatic drainage, insulin, and inch loss, you might be thinking:
“Okay… but what actually happens if I book a session?”
That’s exactly what this post is for.
Because when you understand what to expect, everything feels easier — and confidence replaces hesitation.
First Things First: Eurowave Is Not a Workout
This surprises a lot of women.
Eurowave is muscle activation, not exercise.
You won’t be sweating, jumping, or straining.
Instead, Eurowave uses Faradic Wave technology to create deep, rhythmic muscle contractions that activate muscles many women struggle to engage on their own — especially through the core, waist, hips, and glutes.
Most clients describe it as:
controlled
comfortable
surprisingly calming
very effective
You remain fully clothed and supported the entire time.
Before Your Session: A Short, Personalized Check-In
Your session always begins with a brief conversation.
We talk about:
what brought you in
areas you want to focus on
puffiness or swelling you’ve noticed
whether your body feels “stuck” or inflamed
your short- and long-term goals
This ensures your session is tailored to your body, not a one-size-fits-all approach.
During the Session: What It Actually Feels Like
Once the pads are placed, the Eurowave gently stimulates your muscles.
You’ll feel:
muscles contracting and releasing
a firm but controlled engagement
deep core activation
a subtle pulling-in sensation through the waist or targeted area
Intensity is always adjusted to your comfort level.
You are in control the entire time.
Many women are surprised by how relaxing the session feels — especially compared to traditional workouts.
After the Session: What Most Women Notice Right Away
This is where the “aha” moments happen.
After their first session, women often say:
“My waist feels tighter.”
“I feel lighter.”
“My belly looks flatter.”
“My core feels more supported.”
“I’m less puffy than when I walked in.”
This happens because:
fluid starts moving
lymphatic drainage improves
muscles wake up
tissues tighten
For many women, puffiness reduction shows up before weight changes — and that’s a very good sign.
Do You Need More Than One Session?
Like anything that supports the body, results build with consistency. So yes, we definitely recommend buying a package of treatments.
Some women come in for:
a confidence boost
vacation prep
special events
or to jump-start change
Others choose a shorter series to:
reduce chronic puffiness
support lymphatic flow
rebuild core engagement
create longer-lasting shape change
We’ll always guide you based on your goals — never pressure.
Why Eurowave Works Best When the Body Is Supported
Eurowave is powerful on its own.
But when it’s paired with:
good lymphatic flow
stable insulin levels
supportive movement
nervous system calm
…the results are faster and more consistent.
That’s why so much of the education you see here focuses on how your body actually works, not quick fixes.
The Bottom Line
Eurowave is:
non-invasive
supportive
effective
and designed to work with your body
You don’t need to push harder.
You don’t need to punish yourself.
You don’t need to “fix” your body.
You just need the right support.
Ready to Experience It for Yourself? We open February 3rd, 2026!
If you’re feeling puffy, stuck, or simply want to feel more confident in your body, Eurowave is a powerful place to start.
👉 Book Your First Eurowave Session at Corehauss
Feel lighter. Feel tighter. Feel supported.
How Insulin Drives Puffiness — And Why Eurowave Helps You Drain and Tighten Faster (Part 2)
Written by Chandelle MacMillan
In Part 1, we talked about the lymphatic system and why puffiness isn’t fat — it’s fluid that isn’t moving properly.
Now it’s time to talk about the missing piece.
Because for many women, lymphatic sluggishness doesn’t happen on its own.
It’s being driven by insulin.
And once you understand this connection, a lot of frustrating body changes suddenly make sense.
Insulin: The Hidden Driver Behind Puffiness and Fluid Retention
Most people think insulin only matters if you’re diabetic.
That’s not true.
Insulin is a powerful hormone that influences:
fluid retention
inflammation
circulation
tissue swelling
how “tight” or “puffy” your body feels
When insulin levels are frequently elevated or unstable, the body becomes more likely to:
hold onto sodium and water
retain fluid in the tissues
swell around the waist, hips, thighs, and abdomen
feel heavier or softer as the day goes on
This is why puffiness can:
appear suddenly
change day to day
worsen after certain meals
show up more in the evening
feel worse during stress or poor sleep
It’s not random.
It’s hormonal.
How Insulin Affects the Lymphatic System
Here’s the part most women are never told:
Elevated insulin makes lymphatic drainage less efficient.
Research shows that high insulin and high blood sugar states can:
impair lymphatic vessel contraction
slow lymph flow
increase inflammatory fluid buildup
make drainage harder, not easier
So even if your lymphatic system wants to move fluid out…
insulin can quietly put the brakes on the process.
That’s when puffiness becomes persistent.
Why Some Women See Fast Results — and Others Need More Support
This insulin–lymphatic connection explains something I see all the time.
Some women feel:
lighter immediately
flatter through the belly
less swollen after one session
Others need a few sessions before things really shift.
It’s not about effort.
It’s not about discipline.
It’s about how much insulin-driven fluid retention the body is dealing with.
Once insulin and lymphatics are both supported, results become:
faster
more consistent
more visible
longer lasting
Where Eurowave Fits Into This Puzzle
Eurowave doesn’t work on fat alone.
It works by creating deep, rhythmic muscle contractions that act like a mechanical pump for the lymphatic system.
This helps:
move stagnant fluid
encourage lymph flow
reduce tissue swelling
tighten the surrounding muscles
improve circulation
reveal true body shape
When insulin is contributing to fluid retention, Eurowave gives the lymphatic system the extra push it needs.
That’s why so many women say:
“I feel lighter after my session.”
“My belly looks flatter.”
“My waist feels pulled in.”
“I’m less puffy at night.”
This isn’t cosmetic.
It’s physiological.
Why Modern Life Makes This Worse
Today’s lifestyle is a perfect storm for insulin-driven puffiness:
frequent snacking
high stress
poor sleep
long sitting periods
minimal muscle activation
refined carbohydrates
hormonal changes
All of these raise insulin — and all of them slow lymphatic drainage.
This is why many women feel like their bodies are working against them.
They aren’t.
They’re responding to their environment.
A Quiet Preview of What’s Coming
Because insulin plays such a major role in puffiness, swelling, and “stuck inches,” I’m currently developing an Insulin-focused support program designed to help women:
understand why insulin affects fluid retention
reduce swelling naturally
support lymphatic drainage day-to-day
create better results from treatments like Eurowave
It’s designed to work with your body — not fight it.
More on that soon.
The Takeaway
Puffiness isn’t a failure.
It’s feedback.
When insulin and lymphatic flow are both supported, the body naturally:
drains better
tightens faster
looks leaner
feels lighter
Eurowave helps bridge that gap — especially for women dealing with stubborn swelling, inflammation, and fluid retention.
Ready to Support Your Lymphatics and Reduce Puffiness?
If you feel heavy, swollen, or stuck — Eurowave can help your body drain, tighten, and reset.
👉 Book Your Eurowave Session at Corehauss
Support your lymphatic system, calm puffiness, and start feeling lighter again.
Why Inches Matter More Than Weight in Menopause — The Corehauss Method Explained
Eurowave
If you’re a woman between 45 and 55 staring down a scale that refuses to budge, let me give you a little relief:
your weight is not the problem — your inches are.
During the menopause transition, the body changes in ways the scale can’t measure. Fluid shifts, hormonal fluctuations, cortisol spikes, and stubborn midsection inflammation make your weight swing day-to-day like it’s got a mind of its own. And honestly?
It does.
This is why at Corehauss, we don’t obsess about the scale.
We look at inch loss, shape change, puffiness reduction, and muscle activation — the measurements that tell the real story of what your body is doing.
Let’s break it down in a way that actually makes sense.
The Scale Doesn’t Measure What Really Matters in Menopause
Here’s a truth bomb most women aren’t told:
Menopausal weight gain isn’t always fat — it’s often inflammation, water retention, and hormone-driven puffiness.
You can be doing everything right and still feel:
Puffy by late afternoon
Bloated around your midsection
Softer in the arms and hips
Tighter rings
Clothes fitting differently day-to-day
None of those show up on a scale in a way that reflects your actual progress.
But inches? Inches reveal everything.
Why Eurowave Targets Inches (and Not Weight)
Eurowave’s Faradic Wave technology works at the muscle, not the scale.
It activates muscles you haven’t connected with in years — especially your core, glutes, and thighs — and pulls everything in tighter.
Here’s what that means during the 45–55 menopause transition:
✔ Faster inch loss
Your shape changes before your weight ever moves.
✔ Improved muscle tone
Which raises your metabolism — something every menopausal woman needs.
✔ Reduced puffiness and inflammation
Your body stops holding onto fluid like a sponge.
✔ Immediate feedback
Many first sessions show 1–3 inches of tightening, depending on puffiness and inflammation levels.
Weight doesn’t tell you any of this.
Inches do.
Puffiness: The Hidden Saboteur No One Talks About
A lot of my Corehauss clients come in saying,
“Nothing works anymore.”
But after the first few sessions, we start to see a pattern:
Women aren’t stuck — they’re puffy.
Puffiness is driven by:
Higher cortisol
Higher insulin
Menopause hormone shifts
Poor sleep
Sedentary jobs
Stress (this one is huge)
When you reduce puffiness, the tape measure moves even when the scale doesn’t.
This is exactly why Eurowave is such a game-changer — it tightens the tissues and improves muscle engagement, helping the body release that stubborn, hormone-driven water retention.
At Corehauss, We Measure Success With a Tape Measure — Not a Scale
A scale only measures gravitational pull.
It tells you nothing about:
Your shape
Your inflammation
Your muscle activation
Your posture
Your symmetry
Your wellness
Your confidence
But inches?
Inches tell the truth. Every single time.
This is why every Corehauss session starts and ends with measurements — it’s the most accurate way to track actual progress.
Try the Method Yourself
Here’s what I want you to notice over the next few weeks:
How your clothes fit
How your waist feels in the morning vs. at night
Whether your rings are tighter some days
If your lower belly feels softer or harder
How quickly you puff up after sugar or stress
These are the signs your body is giving you — and they matter way more than a number on a scale.
⭐ Ready to Feel Tighter, Leaner, and More Confident in Your Body Again?
Your body isn’t broken — it’s simply navigating the 45–55 menopause transition, where hormone changes make fat loss and inch loss more challenging.
Eurowave helps activate deep core muscles, reduce puffiness, and reshape your figure faster than traditional workouts alone.
If you’re tired of the scale gaslighting you…
If you’re ready to see real inch loss…
If you want to finally feel at home in your body again…
👉 Book Your Eurowave Inch-Loss Session at Corehauss
Let’s start reshaping your midlife body — one confident inch at a time.
Why Puffiness Makes Inch Loss Hard (and How Eurowave Helps)
The Eurowave
If you’ve ever woken up feeling slim and hopeful…
…only to look five months pregnant by 3 PM, let me tell you something:
you’re not imagining it.
Puffiness is one of the most common, least understood symptoms women experience during the menopause transition (usually between 45 and 55). And it’s also one of the biggest reasons inch loss feels impossible — even when you’re eating well, moving your body, and doing “everything right.”
Let’s talk about why this happens, and why Eurowave can help your body finally feel lighter, tighter, and less swollen.
What Puffiness Actually Is (and Why Menopause Makes It Worse)
Puffiness is not fat.
Puffiness is fluid retention + inflammation, caused by hormonal chaos.
When estrogen and progesterone drop, the body becomes:
More insulin-sensitive
More cortisol-reactive
Slower at clearing fluids
More prone to inflammation
This creates that signature menopausal swelling:
Water sitting around the belly
Hips that feel “spongy”
Rings that don’t fit by afternoon
Lower belly sticking out by evening
Thighs and arms feeling softer overnight
Here’s the kicker:
You can be losing fat… while looking puffier.
That’s why the scale and even photos can feel discouraging — they aren’t showing the real changes happening underneath.
The Puffiness Cycle: Why Inch Loss Stalls
Most women don’t struggle with fat loss as much as they struggle with the puffiness cycle:
Hormones fluctuate
Insulin spikes more easily
Cortisol rises from stress or poor sleep
Body holds fluid
Inflammation increases
Inches appear “stuck”
You can work out, clean up your diet, and walk 10,000 steps — but as long as your tissues are inflamed and holding fluid, your measurements won’t budge.
This is exactly where Eurowave becomes a secret weapon.
How Eurowave Helps Reduce Puffiness (Not Just Drop Inches)
Most people think Eurowave is only for inch-loss and muscle shaping.
But here’s what I see every single day in my studio:
Women leave looking visibly less puffy — even after one session.
That tightening effect isn’t magic.
It’s your muscles reactivating and your fluid redistributing.
Eurowave does three things that directly reduce puffiness:
⭐ 1. Deep muscle activation wakes up dormant tissue
When muscles aren’t firing (very common during menopause), fluid pools around the midsection and thighs. Eurowave stimulates the deep core and glutes, pulling everything in and improving circulation.
⭐ 2. Improved lymphatic movement
The Faradic Waves encourage the “pumping action” that helps move lymph — your body’s drainage system.
Better lymph = less swelling.
⭐ 3. Reduced inflammation through improved muscle tone
More toned tissue holds less excess water.
When muscles tighten, the surrounding tissues become more compact, which reduces that soft, swollen look.
What Clients Experience After Reducing Puffiness
When puffiness starts dropping, women often say:
“My belly feels tighter.”
“My pants fit differently.”
“My waistline looks more defined.”
“I’m not as bloated at night.”
“I finally feel like myself again.”
And this is BEFORE the fat loss phase even kicks in.
Puffiness reduction is the unlock for inch loss.
If You Feel Puffy, It’s Not Your Fault
Menopause puffiness isn’t caused by:
laziness
lack of willpower
eating too much
doing things “wrong”
It’s caused by:
hormones
insulin
cortisol
sleep disruption
inflammation
fluid retention
Your body is trying to protect you — not work against you.
Eurowave simply helps the body reconnect, tighten, and drain properly again.
⭐ Ready to Reduce Puffiness and Finally See Inch Loss?
If you’re stuck in the menopause puffiness cycle — swollen one day, softer the next, frustrated every morning — Eurowave can help your body reset quickly.
At Corehauss, we specialize in supporting women 45–55 through this transition with measurable inch loss and noticeable shape change.
👉 Book Your Eurowave Inch-Loss Session
Start reducing puffiness, activating your core, and reshaping your midlife body — one session at a time.
Book your Session Today!
Faradic Wave: The OG of Body Toning Is Back — And St. Albert Women Are Loving It
Eurowave Faradic Technology
In the world of body sculpting, new gadgets pop up every five minutes — glowing, vibrating, buzzing, promising instant abs and overnight booty lifts.
Cute.
But before all the hype, before the influencers, before the “miracle” machines…
There was Faradic Wave — the original, the classic, the OG technology that tightened and toned bodies long before wellness became a trend.
And it’s officially back in St. Albert.
Right here at Corehauss.
Faradic Wave: The Original Muscle-Toning Powerhouse
Let’s be clear:
Faradic Wave isn’t new.
It isn’t experimental.
It isn’t a reinvented fad.
It’s the foundation that modern body-toning machines were built on.
Created decades ago and trusted worldwide, Faradic Wave has been used by:
physiotherapists
athletes
wellness studios
rehab clinics
cosmetic practitioners
Why?
Because it consistently produced:
stronger muscles
tighter cores
better posture
visible inch loss
improved muscle engagement
This technology isn’t here to experiment on your body…
It’s here to do what it’s always done: get results.
Why It Quietly Disappeared — and Why It’s Making a Huge Comeback
Faradic Wave didn’t fade because it stopped working.
It faded because the beauty industry got loud.
Flashy marketing, expensive gadgets, and “next-gen” sculpting tools shoved everything else aside.
But behind the scenes, Faradic Wave continued to be used by professionals who knew its power.
Now?
Women want proven, safe, non-invasive, and effective solutions — not gimmicks.
And suddenly the OG is cool again.
Because results never go out of style.
Why Women of ALL Ages Are Loving Faradic Wave
Whether you’re:
wanting a stronger core
tightening after having kids
recovering your strength
leaning out for events
rebuilding muscle tone
improving your posture
or just wanting to FEEL your muscles again
Faradic Wave hits the goals that matter.
⭐ 1. It activates deep muscles you can’t reach on your own
Your core, your glutes, your thighs — Faradic Wave wakes them up instantly.
⭐ 2. It tightens and tones fast
Muscles respond quickly to Faradic training, creating visible change.
⭐ 3. It improves circulation and reduces puffiness
This is why so many clients leave their first session looking leaner.
⭐ 4. It supports any fitness level
Whether you’re new to movement or an athlete — it works with your body, not against it.
⭐ 5. It’s safe, natural muscle activation — no heat, no freezing, no damage
No weird side effects. No downtime. Just results.
Why Corehauss Is Leading the Comeback in St. Albert
You deserve something better than:
overpriced sculpting fads
trendy machines with inconsistent results
treatments that promise the moon and deliver a flashlight
St. Albert needed a studio that offered something REAL — something that stands up to science, not social media trends.
Corehauss is bringing Faradic Wave back because:
it works for all ages
it tones, tightens, and shapes naturally
it supports real body goals, not unrealistic promises
it’s safe and effective for long-term results
women want something they can trust
This is technology that BUILDS your body — not tricks it.
The Feedback Has Been Electric (pun absolutely intended)
Clients of all ages tell us:
“I haven’t felt my core engage like this in years.”
“My waist feels tighter already.”
“This is the kind of workout my body needed.”
“Why did this ever go away?”
There’s nothing else quite like it — that’s why it’s back.
⭐ Ready to See Why Everyone Is Talking About Faradic Wave?
Whether you want your waist tighter, your core stronger, or your shape more defined, the OG technology is officially back — and it’s only at Corehauss.
👉 Book Your Eurowave Inch-Loss Session at Corehauss
Experience the original body-toning treatment that’s making a comeback for one reason:
it actually works.
Build Your Winter Beach Body with Eurowave — Tighten, Tone, and Feel Confident for Your Next Getaway
Eurowave for your Beach Body
Let’s be honest:
When you live in Alberta, winter feels never-ending — and the only sane response is to jump on a plane and escape to somewhere hot, bright, and blissful.
And whether you’re heading to Mexico, Maui, Palm Springs, or anywhere warm… there’s nothing better than stepping into the sun feeling confident in your skin.
That’s where Eurowave comes in.
Eurowave isn’t just about inch loss.
It’s about building your beach body — the toned, tight, confident version of you that shows up on vacation feeling strong, sculpted, and ready to glow.
Why Winter Is the Perfect Time to Start Beach-Body Sculpting
Most women wait until two weeks before a trip and then panic.
You don’t have to.
Eurowave gives you:
noticeable toning
visible tightening
activated core muscles
improved posture
reduced puffiness
better shape definition
…all in far less time than traditional workouts alone.
With regular sessions, your body starts to look:
leaner
tighter
more “pulled in”
more sculpted
So whether your trip is in 2 months or 2 weeks, you can get results quickly — and feel amazing on that beach.
Eurowave: Your Secret Weapon for a Beach-Ready Body
Eurowave uses Faradic Wave technology to activate deep muscle fibers that most workouts can’t reach.
This means:
⭐ 1. Tighter Core Definition
Nothing boosts confidence like a waist that feels firmer and more supported.
⭐ 2. Higher Glute Activation
Lifts, shapes, and tones — perfect for swimwear season.
⭐ 3. Reduced Puffiness
Say goodbye to that winter bloat that seems to appear out of nowhere.
⭐ 4. Faster Inch Loss
Your shape changes quickly when your muscles are firing properly.
⭐ 5. Better Posture = Instantly More Confident
Standing tall changes everything — especially in vacation photos.
And all of it natural, safe, and non-invasive.
Why Alberta Women Love Eurowave for Vacation Prep
Let’s be real…
Winter in Alberta is long.
Dark.
Cold.
Layered in sweaters and parkas.
Then suddenly — boom — you’re on a beach in a bikini or fitted dress.
Eurowave helps bridge that gap.
Women come to Corehauss saying:
“I just want to feel good in my clothes again.”
“My waist feels so much tighter already.”
“I’m going on vacation and I want to look toned.”
“I want my confidence back after winter.”
And they leave feeling:
pulled in
sculpted
firmer
more confident
ready for sunshine
How Early Should You Start for Your Best Beach Body?
Here’s the easy breakdown:
8–10 weeks before travel:
Best for full-body tightening and sculpting
4–6 weeks before travel:
Great for noticeable inch loss and toning
2–3 weeks before travel:
Still effective — perfect for last-minute tightening
1 week before travel:
You’ll still see a difference (especially in puffiness + core tightness)
Eurowave works quickly because it directly stimulates the muscles that create your body’s shape.
⭐ Ready to Build Your Beach Body This Winter?
Whether you’re flying south next month or planning a mid-winter escape, Eurowave can help you feel toned, tight, and confident in your skin.
👉 Book Your Eurowave Beach-Body Sculpting Session at Corehauss
Start tightening, toning, and shaping your body — so you show up on that beach feeling incredible.