‘Real Truths’ from a Menopausal Health Expert

Don’t let anyone’s best moments ever make you feel ‘less than’. Sure there are highlights in everyone’s life! Like my recent trip to Mexico. But, much of ‘life’ doesn’t actually ’make the cut’! We all have issues, doubts & insecurities at times… These ‘truths’ in the video are just a few of mine (in no … Continued

Push Ups in Menopause

Start where you are! As a women 50+ don’t be discouraged if you currently don’t meet the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) benchmarks for full push ups: – 1-5 push-ups: Poor – 6-10 push-ups: Fair – 11-15 push-ups: Good – 16-20 push-ups: Very good – 21+ push-ups: Excellent However many push ups you can … Continued

This is 62

I recently celebrated a birthday… While 62 isn’t ‘old’, the number is shocking to me. But I’m happy to have a clear(ish) mind, great energy and the ability to move. I’m grateful to my younger self who prioritized healthy lifestyle habits. And I’m glad I’m learning new things like Olympic weightlifting (started in my late … Continued

Weightlifting in Menopause – 66 yo Judy’s Experience

Weights need to be heavy enough to CHALLENGE you, but not BREAK you! The key is finding the right balance… Judy has a new lease on life after starting to incorporate strength training twice weekly. She says, ‘I can’t believe all the unexpected benefits like: Improved mood Improved pelvic floor Improved balance Walking 5 flights … Continued

Stop Weighing Yourself in Menopause

You may HATE getting on the scale. I get it. But let me tell you about Alex and her experience with the scale and it may change your mind about using it or what I call the ‘tight jean’ method of accountability. Alex is a long time coaching client with whom I check in with twice a … Continued

How to Cope When the World is a Dumpster Fire

When you feel like the world is a dumpster fire…sabotaging your health won’t make things better. Control what you can… Here are 3 tips my clients & I use to cope. First, be informed, but limit exposure to news & things you have no control of, especially before be. This may mean turning off news … Continued

Which Magnesium is Right for YOU in Menopause?

Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in various bodily functions. There are several types of magnesium supplements, each with unique properties and benefits. Here are some of the most common types: 1. Magnesium Citrate: This is one of the most popular forms of magnesium due to its high bioavailability, meaning it … Continued