As women over 50, we often encounter unique challenges like stubborn weight gain, inflammation, and those annoying aches and pains that seem to come out of nowhere. The good news? You don’t have to navigate this journey alone! By taking a holistic approach to your wellness, you can find...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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,...
What is Mindful Eating
You may recognize this scenario. You’ve been working all morning and all of a sudden you’re starving. You only have 20 minutes for lunch so you decide to work through lunch while eating your salad or sandwich. You’re proud that you’re multitasking...
As we women age, it becomes more important to maintain a healthy weight. For women over 50, hormonal changes, a slower metabolism, and lifestyle factors can all contribute to weight gain. However, one often overlooked factor in unexplained weight gain is insulin levels. By understanding and...
In a day and age when we’re connected to technology do we really need to have one more gadget with us all day long? My answer is, we’re all individuals and we need to make our own decisions. I believe a fitness tracker is useful because it tells us where we’re at and can help...
As a health coach and personal trainer, a question I get asked a lot is “How can I lose weight?” I’m sure you’ve heard so many different strategies and diets. Unfortunately, many don’t work, at least in the long term. I could give you basic information that you...
What's your workout like? Are you consistent every week with strength training? The American Heart Association recommends strength training at least twice a week. You don’t have to spend hours at the gym. Two or three 20-minute sessions a week is really all you need to see and feel...
One of the frustrations I hear from women over 50 is the weight gain or the “shifting of body weight” that you felt once you went through menopause. I understand. My body is different than it was 20 years ago too. We are constantly changing. One of the first things I talk about with...
