I’ve had a number of questions related to two of my most popular programs: Menopause Belly Fix and the ever popular My Bikini Belly. The program, Menopause Belly Fix (MBF) is designed as a beginner program or for those that have not exercised in a very long time or those who might be rehabbing from an … Continued
Invariably everyone will succumb to the sniffles or the flu from time to time. If sickness strikes, what should you do? Many people ask me if it’s okay to train? Will working out help or hinder recovery. Here’s what I suggest… There’s a big difference between working out and active movement. To be clear, in … Continued
If you’re like most women in your 40’s or 50’s you’re probably blaming menopause for all kinds of things like: mid section weight gain sleeplessness fatigue inability to lose weight hot flashes depression… In a nutshell, here are 5 tips to burn off your menopause belly: Get a physical. Eat fish oil. Lower stress levels. … Continued
Traveling this holiday season? Me too! Here are my best tips to enjoy your travels and stay healthy! 1️⃣Stick to your regular sleep schedule. ➡️Lavender oil, cool room (67 F), wear eye shades 2️⃣Stick to your nutrition plan as much as you can – try for the 80/20 rule. 3️⃣Do NOT over-schedule … Continued
What to do when you have no time to workout…AND improve your posture in no time flat👍🏻 😐 We live in a world of computer work, driving, looking at our phones… ➡️ All these things cause our shoulders to slouch and roll inward. This also causes tightness in the upper chest and loose and lax … Continued
You may just need to lower your standards a little…⬇️ Sometimes we’re our own worst enemy 😈 – please speak kindly to yourself and cut yourself a little slack when you’re not feeling 100%… ✳️Remember that your body is likely going thru some major changes (in your 40’s and 50’s) and you might feel a little … Continued
Would you still be happy with your detergent if you knew what was *REALLY* in it? According to the University of Washington, your laundry detergent releases banned cancer-causing chemicals that may be affecting the health of you and your family. On July 23rd, 2008, a study was performed. What they found is that 99% of … Continued
It’s the weekend! One of the most common issues with women I talk to is how to manage the weekend so that any progress through out the week isn’t sabotaged. The weekend can be a great break from your every day routine, but if maintaining your health is your goal, then it’s important to stick … Continued
Stress! What’s it doing to you? How can you de-stress? Cortisol the ‘belly fat storing hormone’ is increased when you’re under stress. I’m sure increased belly fat is NOT a useful way to handle stress for you as it once was. In the caveman days, increased belly fat was a survival mechanism because back then, … Continued
As we age our muscle mass naturally dwindles as nature takes its course. This is a process, called Sarcopenia, which begins as early as 20 and can ramp up to .4 lb loss in muscle each year by 50. When we lose muscle tone, we tend to have a lower metabolism and gain weight more … Continued