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fwords to live by fwordstoliveby Mar 24, 2026

Women over 50 are traveling, learning new skills, building businesses, prioritizing their health, laughing harder, and saying “yes” to things they once felt too busy or too unsure to try. 

If you want to have more fun, here are seven ways women over 50 are proving that fun doesn’t fade with age, it...

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Mar 18, 2026

If you had to guess one thing that would make the greatest impact on your hormones – what do you think it would be? If you guessed muscle – you are correct.

Muscle.

Starting in our mid 30’s we begin to slowly lose muscle if we don’t actively protect and build it.

But once you understand this piec...

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Mar 11, 2026

There are some of you who prefer fall/ winter clothing. And there are some who prefer spring/summer. This time of year, gives you an opportunity to combine both! 

Here are my five simple and creative ways to refresh your wardrobe now – without making a single purchase.

  1. Lighten Up Your Layers
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Mar 02, 2026

If you’re over 50, the old “eat less, move more” strategy?
It’s not just outdated. It’s working against you.

This isn’t about shrinking yourself before swimsuit season.

It’s about building a body that feels strong, energized, and confident when summer gets here.

And yes - you have time.

First: Le...

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Feb 25, 2026

Sunday is March 1. That means spring is around the corner. Are you feeling confident to put on your shorts and show your arms? 

If you want to be ready for spring - not scrambling for it - here are 5 things I would tell you to start doing now.

  1. Lift Weights Like You Mean It

If you do nothing ...

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chris fulkerson f word to live by faster way to fat loss menopause perimenopause Feb 18, 2026

Let’s just say it.

If your body feels like it changed overnight… you’re not imagining it.

The jeans that used to fit.
The belly that wasn’t there before.
The scale that suddenly doesn’t respond the way it used to.

And you’re sitting there thinking:

“Am I doing something wrong?”
“Is this just aging?...

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fwords to live by Feb 11, 2026

Your Heart: More Than a Muscle

Heart health becomes front and center as we age - and not just because of cholesterol or blood pressure. Your heart is also the energetic center of your body. When it's strong, supported, and protected from inflammation, your entire body benefits.

A lifestyle that in...

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Feb 04, 2026

Lifting Won’t Make You Bulky - But It Will Make You Badass

Let’s debunk the myth: Lifting heavy does not make women bulky. Hormones just don’t work that way (especially post-menopause). What lifting will do is:

  • Sculpt lean, toned muscle
  • Fire up your metabolism (hello, fat-burning!)
  • Strengthen ...
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female friendships fit and 50 friends over 50 fwords to live by Jan 21, 2026

Here’s the honest truth no one warns you about: as we age, friendships naturally evolve - and sometimes… fade.

  • Maybe your kids were the glue, and now they’re grown.
  • Maybe you’ve left behind old habits, and with them, certain friends.
  • Maybe you’ve moved, downsized, or simply outgrown relationshi...
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fwords to live by fwordstoliveby have fun in winter winter fun Jan 14, 2026

The holidays are over. The decorations are down. The weather is cold. And suddenly, everyone's talking about discipline and detoxing while you're just trying to remember what day it is.

But here’s the truth: joy isn’t seasonal.
And fun? It’s not reserved for spring break or summer vacations.
You are ...

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fwords to live by new year goals Jan 07, 2026

Why is it so difficult to stick to a New Year’s resolution. Check this out..

Why Most People Quit (And Why You're Not Most People)

By now, the New Year’s “hype” has faded. The sparkle of January 1st has been replaced with laundry, cold weather, and schedules that make consistency feel hard.

The p...

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2026 fwords to live by new year resolutions Jan 01, 2026

Here’s the truth no one says out loud: resolutions set us up to fail. They’re usually rooted in guilt, restriction, and unrealistic expectations. And for those of us in our 50s and beyond, we’ve been there, done that, and bought the juicer we never used.

So what should you do instead?

In 2026, let...

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