Why Are My Workouts Getting Harder?
Have you ever asked yourself, why are my workouts getting harder, mid-workout? You’re not alone. One of the most common things I hear from former athletes and high-achieving women in their 40s is this: “I’m doing everything right but my workouts feel harder and I’m not getting the results I used to.” It is not […]
Fitness for Women Over 40: Why It’s Time to Change the Conversation
“I’ve never heard anyone explain it like that before.” That’s what a listener said after hearing me on the Stronger Than Your Boyfriend podcast recently. And for so many women over 40, that’s the moment; when they realize their experience with fitness hasn’t been personal failure… it’s been a mismatch. In this post, we’re breaking […]
How to Improve Bone Density During Menopause
Why This Matters If you’re wondering how to improve bone density during menopause, you’re not alone. If you’re a woman in your 40s or 50s, chances are you’ve been told to “stay active” or “do weight-bearing exercise” to protect your bones. But no one really tells you what that means, or why it matters so […]
How to Be More Active with a Desk Job (Without Adding Another Workout)
If you’ve been wondering how to be more active with a desk job, you’re not alone. Sitting all day can leave your body stiff, your energy low, and your motivation completely zapped. But here’s something we don’t talk about enough – your body wasn’t designed for this. Before the Industrial Revolution, daily life naturally involved […]
How to Recover from Overtraining: What No One Told Me About Pushing Too Hard
If you’ve been wondering how to recover from overtraining, you’re not alone. For years, I lived in a cycle of overtraining, and I didn’t even realize it. To the outside world, I was thriving: leading training teams, training clients, working long hours, and squeezing in my own intense workouts before or after (let’s not forget […]
Healthy Energy Snacks: The Smart Way to Boost Energy and Curb Cravings
If you constantly feel tired, sluggish, or find yourself reaching for snacks just to get through the day, you’re not alone. Many women in their 40s struggle with low energy and constant cravings, often because of nutritional imbalances and poor snack choices. Instead of fueling our bodies with the healthy energy snacks, we grab quick […]
Ways to Motivate Yourself: Why Success Starts with Clarity, Not Just Willpower
We’ve all been there—wanting to work out, eat better, or take care of ourselves but waiting for that magical spark of motivation to make it happen. And when it doesn’t come, we blame ourselves. I just need more willpower. But if you’re struggling, it’s not because you’re lazy—it’s because motivation doesn’t just appear. If you’re […]
The Best High Fiber Breakfast Foods for Perimenopause (and Why You Need Them)
Why High Fiber Breakfast Foods Matter More in Your 40s If you’re in your 40s and struggling with mid-morning hunger, energy crashes, or stubborn weight gain, your breakfast might be missing one key ingredient: fiber. This amazing ingredient can be a game-changer in your breakfast! So why are we talking about high fiber breakfast foods? […]
Fitness Entrepreneur: How I Balance Business, Health, and Wellness
Running a business in the health and wellness industry comes with an interesting challenge. It’s not just about what I teach my clients—it’s about living it, too. As a fitness entrepreneur, my success isn’t just measured by business growth, but by my ability to prioritize my own physical health, mental well-being, and energy levels so […]
Defining Wellness: Why Approach, Not Willpower, Determines Your Success
Wellness Isn’t What You Think It Is It isn’t just green smoothies and gym selfies. It’s not about being perfect for 30 days, only to ‘fall off track’ again. So why does it feel like no matter what you do, you’re always starting over? Maybe it’s not you. Perhaps it could be how you are […]