‘If you don’t use it, you’ll lose it’… That goes for the ability to sit/stand unassisted over time. There’s NO better exercise than squats so make sure you’ll including some sort of squatting into your day. No one wants to think that they won’t be able to use the bathroom unassisted as they age. But, … Continued
STOP eating before you’re full & START eating before you’re famished. In other words, remember the mantra ‘Never Starving Never Stuffed’. It’s easier to make decisions when we aren’t famished & it takes 20 min for our belly to tell our brain that it’s had enough. This simple tip has saved me thousands of calories. … Continued
If weight has been unachievable, it’s likely not YOU that has failed, it’s your PLAN that’s failed. Most diet plans are NOT made for long term success. The BEST plan is to start connecting the dots between what you eat, how you feel & the results you’re getting. Are you ready to put an END … Continued
There’s no one size fits all where workout time is concerned. Find the time that YOU feel most energized & CONSISTENTLY show up. This will yield the best results for YOU…And really, that’s all that matters. If you want an at-home workout option to help you lose your menopause belly, consistently workout with me here … Continued
Muscle is the fountain of youth – in this video I go over three reasons why you want more of it. If you’d like a free body weight workout designed to help you lose your menopause belly while building a little lean muscle, here you go: https://tinyurl.com/exercisegiveaway2
No pain no gain isn’t always the case! If you’re experiencing joint pain, it’s time to stop & reassess. You can train other body parts, rest & ice. If pain doesn’t improve in 4-5 days, seek medical advice. However the saying, ‘No pain no gain’ can also be true! You just need to know what … Continued
There is no magic formula, pill, powder or potion that will shrink your waist, BUT… while you’re implementing healthy nutrition & sensible exercise, there are 2 things you can do to ‘lose 2 inches’. The first thing is check your posture. Stand up straight, shoulders back, chest up, chin up, tummy tucked in. This makes … Continued
I am actually HUNGRY? Or am I: H – Hungry A – Angry L – Lonely T – Tired S – Stressed S – in a Social setting We should be fueling our bodies when we are HUNGRY and limit eating when we are eating or any other reason. Sometimes we might find ourselves mindlessly … Continued
Worried about eating the same thing daily? Studies show it can actually be beneficial for weight loss. So don’t fuss about ‘same old same old’ foods as long as you’re getting adequate protein & a little variety over time. If you’re frustrated with weight loss, here’s a short video on why your weight may be … Continued
Remarkably, one of the easiest ways to promote weight loss is to ensure that you’re hydrated… And yet, many of us find it a challenge to drink up or even know how much we should be drinking. So here you go: Need more tips? Grab my book: Lose Your Menopause Belly here: https://shawnak.com/freebook/