How about just forgetting about weight loss in menopause? Instead, focus on healthy habits. This is a strategy that’s working for my clients. Here are some specific strategies, along with research backing their effectiveness… Focus on Whole Foods A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that diets rich in whole foods … Continued
Recovering from being sick? How do you get back to working out? For me, I want to move but I don’t want to over do it. I basically go through what my weightlifting warm up includes. This will give me about 20 minutes of mobility. If I feel better the next day, I’ll repeat & … Continued
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
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
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
Don’t underestimate the value of walking to manage and maintain your health and weight in menopause. If getting steps in is a challenge, combine your steps with things you’re ALREADY doing every day. Here’s how my clients and I have used a walking pad, especially during the months of the year that walking outdoors is … Continued
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
Are you looking to enhance your bone health? Studies show that with the right combination of exercise and nutrition, you can regain up to 3% of your bone density in just six months. Here’s how to do it: 1. Jumping Exercises Incorporate jumping exercises like skipping rope or jumping jacks into your routine. Research indicates … Continued
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
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