When was the last time you said to yourself, “I need to focus on eating enough protein and lifting heavy weights.” What I often hear more of is, “I want to lose weight.” We now know the number on the scale is not the most important aspect of our health, wellness and longevity. Our body composition i...

Homemade cooking doesn’t have to be overwhelming or scary. It can actually be a way to decompress. When it comes to making homemade stock, broths and soups, I pick a cold or gray weekend day when I know I have time. I get it started in the morning and it keeps the kitchen warm throughout the day sim...

As a health coach and personal trainer, I often hear the same refrain from women navigating menopause and beyond: "I just want to lose weight." While I completely understand the desire to see that number on the scale go down, I want to encourage you to shift your focus to three powerful concepts tha...

The biggest complaint I hear from clients over 50, as a health coach, personal trainer and Pilates instructor is “How do I get rid of this belly fat?” This comes from most women, athletic, sedentary and in-between.

Belly fat or a larger waistline is not only a cosmetic concern, but it is a health c...

What’s most important to you as you age in regard to your health, happiness and wellbeing?

Is it disease prevention?

Joint mobility and balance?

Weight loss or maintenance?

Bone health?

Strength and power to keep you active and pain free so that you can continue to enjoy all that life has to of...

Are you still exercising the way you did ten or twenty years ago? Or do you think it’s too late to start? Exercise is an important part of aging well and staying strong. This blog covers why it’s important to exercise as we age, even if you haven’t been previously active. We’ll also cover why what y...

When it comes to weight loss, especially for women over 50, nutrition plays a critical role. This is why Nutrition is one of my 6 Pillars of Wellness. As we age, our bodies go through changes that affect how we metabolize food, how we store fat, and even how we feel after a meal. Understanding these...

We’ve all heard the phrase “I slept like a baby.” but as we know, babies don’t always sleep that well. As women enter their 50’s and beyond, sleep can become even more elusive due to the challenges of menopause and other factors. In this post, we’ll explore the top five reasons why quality sleep is ...

Stress comes in all shapes and forms. There’s good stress and bad stress, physical stress and mental stress and stress from illness and injury. You might be saying to yourself, “Then where’s the good news?”

It’s right here in this blog. We’re going to touch on what causes stress and how it affects ...

I’ve been a MELT Method™ Instructor since 2013. I can honestly say MELT has changed my life and the lives of my clients. MELT is a simple and gentle self-treatment method that hydrates your connective tissue (think fascia) and helps to rebalance your nervous system. It enhances mobility, stability a...

Reaching health and weight loss goals can be a challenging journey, especially after we turn 50. However, the key to success often lies not just in the physical steps taken, but in the mindset we adopt along the way. The power of a positive mindset and being open to adopting new healthy habits can b...

As we age, it can become more difficult to manage our weight. Hormonal changes, a more sedentary lifestyle and a slowing metabolism can all contribute to weight gain. One of the biggest concerns in this age group is the accumulation of belly fat. This isn’t just about aesthetics, belly fat, particul...