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The Benefit of Coaching in Menopause

If you want to go far… Go together. As a coach myself, I understand the power of being coached. Especially since I took up a very technical sport in my late 50’s. I lean on two coaches for Olympic weightlifting. My daughter programs for me & provides video analysis. And Austin, head coach/owner of @SynapticStrength … Continued

Why I’m Still Eating More Protein Than Recommended

While I’d never dispute scientific findings from @mackinpro – the world’s leading expert on protein and muscle metabolism, I know what makes me feel the best. Dr Stu Phillips caused a big stir with his recent evidence based post recommending 1.6g of protein per 1kg of bodyweight. By this calculation, 90g of protein daily … Continued

Fat Loss is Like Waiting for Canadian Spring

Fat loss is a lot like waiting for spring… Nothing looks like it’s happening… But beneath the surface, everything is changing. ✨Stay patient. Stay consistent… Even when the scale isn’t moving… Your efforts are taking root 🌱 Of course, if or when you want to throw up your hands in frustration, having someone in your … Continued

Another Reason to Resistance Train in Menopause

Hot flashes? Well, if you need ANOTHER reason to resistance train, here it is… More lean muscle is shown to reduce hot flashes according to this study: https://doi.org/10.1186/s40695-020-00058-9 How do you get more muscle? Resistance training! With declining estrogen levels in the menopause transition, both bone density and muscle mass declines. Resistance training offsets both … Continued