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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 ...
Let’s talk about something that sneaks up on ALL of us this time of year… staying active when it’s cold, dark, and the couch suddenly feels extra inviting.
Here’s the truth:
You don’t need perfection — you just need a plan.
And your steps absolutely still count, even in the winter season.
Let’s mak...
Today, instead of just saying what we’re thankful for, I want to offer a few creative, soul-filling ways to actually practice thankfulness. No journaling required. No pressure. Just small shifts that can open your heart - even in the middle of the holiday hustle.
- Tell Someone Why You’re Grateful...
October is cozy sweaters, cinnamon candles, crunchy leaves... and sugar everywhere you turn. From pumpkin spice lattes to Halloween candy "accidentally" eaten from the stash you bought "for the grandkids" 😏 - sugar sneaks in HARD this time of year.
And listen, I’m not here to demonize a caramel app...
Have you ever caught yourself thinking, “I’ll start over Monday,” or “I’ve already blown it, so what’s the point?” If so, you’re not alone. Many women fall into the all-or-nothing trap when it comes to health. Let’s escape that all-or-nothing trap and finally start celebrating our progress. Here’s h...
Sugar addiction is a real thing – I know because I am sugar addicted. I’ve studied it since my late 40’s. While I feel I have a handle on it (most of the time) it is still the thorn in my side I deal with constantly. Today I want to share steps on how you can break free from sugar especially before ...
This fall I’m taking an amazing trip through Italy – on the back of a motorcycle. Bryan and I typically do a trip like this every other year. Because we are with a group, workouts and healthy options might be few and far between.
Here are my tips for fall travel:
Quick & Simple Travel Workouts
Yo...
Why is Fall the Perfect Time to Reset
- You’re craving structure. And that’s a good thing.
- The pressure’s off. Summer’s behind you, and the holidays aren’t here yet - it’s the perfect space to focus inward.
- Your future self needs you to stop putting this off. Let’s be honest: if not now… when?
😫 Why Is Cortisol a Bigger Deal After 50?
Because your body isn’t bouncing back like it used to.
Hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause already put your system under stress. Add in work, caregiving, aging parents, and the general chaos of life, and you’ve got a cortisol cocktail that lea...
- 🎧 Create a “Move Anyway” Playlist
Sometimes the only thing standing between you and a 10-minute walk is a fire playlist and a good mood shift.
Make a “Move Anyway” playlist with songs that hype you up, lift you out of a funk, or just make you feel like the main character in your own fitness m...
First: What’s Actually Going On?
In perimenopause and postmenopause, estrogen, progesterone, and even cortisol can shift in ways that affect:
- Body temperature regulation (hello, sudden sweats)
- Mood and anxiety levels
- Energy dips and sleep disturbances
- How your body stores and uses fat
- Hydratio ...
This Win Was Personal… But It Was Also Bigger Than Me
Yes, my name was on the award.
But when I stood up to accept it, I felt like I was standing up for every woman over 60 who has ever felt overlooked, underestimated, or unsure if her best days were behind her.
Let me be clear: they’re not.
This ...
