How accurate is your body fat scale? To get the most reliable reading, measure under the same circumstances at the same time daily. Most scales use body impedance or an electrical current so hydration will affect results. Try to keep constant any variable that affects hydration such as: food intake (carbs, sodium, alcohol) exercise sleep … Continued
Sorry to be a kill joy…But if you’re not measuring wine, you’re likely over pouring. The standard serving for wine is 5 ounces or 147 ml. A single bottle should contain 5 glasses of wine. Experts from the ‘Alcohol Rehab Guide’ say a the maximum amount of wine for women is 5 oz , no … Continued
Weight training is wildly beneficial, especially in midlife & beyond. But, if for some reason you can’t weight train due to circumstances (like my hip replacement recovery) make sure to include these 5 habits: Drink more water -lubricates and cushions joints -helps with elimination -helps with blood pressure and body temperature regulation -try electrolytes which … Continued
Anyone can lose weight on the scale. By doing a ton of cardio, eating low protein & low calories you can: lose water lose muscle lose bone density ‘possibly’ lose fat Ta da! See a lower the number on the scale! But not necessarily fat loss… This is DIFFERENT from fat loss which through strength … Continued
Are you frustrated with what seems like NO progress with your fat loss journey in menopause? Guess what? When you give your body what it needs in terms of nutrition, exercise, sleep and stress reduction – good things will happen – EVEN in menopause. Obviously you need to be armed with the right information – … Continued
The sad reality is that 92% of all fitness resolutions fail…. Want to be part of the 8% that succeed? Read on… Let’s break down why you may fail at your resolutions in the first place and 5 steps to setting better resolutions… Your resolutions fail because you’re setting the bar too high. Set smaller … Continued
Are you a card carrying member of the lonely hearts club? I was too. Here’s how I found love after 40 (actually after 50)… I didn’t ‘date’ for 10 years after my divorce, I wasn’t interested in online dating and I wanted time to be the best version of myself. This probably didn’t need to … Continued
Hip replacement number 2 is in the books! Once I decided to do this surgery, I also decided to enjoy the process. For a total joint replacement, it’s relatively quick & painless. It was a tough decision to get it done preemptively before hip pain became severe, but I know it was the right thing … Continued
Your weight is going to fluctuate, in menopause and otherwise. But don’t give up on daily weighing! It will help you connect the dots between your behaviors and results. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, maintain (or gain weight), weight fluctuations are NORMAL in menopause or any time. Instead, just use your weight as data, … Continued
It’s never too late! Don’t be afraid to reinvent yourself. I did! After a 20 year teaching career, I opened a fitness business in my 40s. I added digital fitness programming in my late 40s. I moved exclusively to online health, nutrition and fitness coaching in my 50s. Follow your passion! And if I can … Continued