As we age, maintaining a healthy diet and lifestyle becomes increasingly important for overall well-being. But, forming new healthy habits can be a challenge, especially when we try to make too many changes too quickly. Learn how to make lasting changes in your health. Achieving your fitness goals is never an easy process, but when you’re a woman over 50, it can be downright scary! It can also require a lot of determination, discipline, and motivation. Making your fitness journey simple and pleasurable can make all the difference. By breaking down your goals into small, manageable pieces and ..read more

A Comprehensive Guide to Exercise for Women in Midlife Hi there! Are you a woman over 50 looking to increase your physical activity? If so, you’re in the right place! Exercise is incredibly important for your overall health and well-being, and there’s never a better time to start than now.  Whether you’re new to aerobic exercise and strength training, or you just have to go dig around for those leg warmers, the truth is that our bodies change as we age, and we need to adjust how we exercise accordingly. As women over 50, we face challenges when it comes to exercising. Whether it’s ..read more

We all fall prey to various myths and whoppers from time to time. But how many weight loss myths are tripping you up and keeping you stuck? Hey fellow over-50 gals, are you tired of the weight loss rollercoaster? Sick of staring at another plate of dry steamed chicken breast and a side of broccoli? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! Wave goodbye to the struggle, because I’m going to share with you 5 big weight loss myths that are keeping you stuck: eating too many meals believing that carbohydrates make you fat you think can’t eat all the foods you love tons of willpower is needed (and you’r ..read more

Calories have a bad reputation these days. But you can win the calorie counting game if you keep a few simple tips in mind. Poor calories. Consult just about any popular resource for weight loss and you’ll see that calorie counting: doesn’t work causes weight gain is pointless is bad for your health leads to restricting healthy food causes a bunch more problems Instead, you’re advised to tune into what your body needs, eat fewer processed foods, cook at home more, and my favorite, “think about how what you eat makes you feel.” OMG. CAN some, all, or any of the reasons calorie counting is ..read more

If you’ve been around more than 5 seconds, you’ve heard these before: Calories don’t count It’s hard to lose weight after 50 Diets don’t work Metabolism slows as you age Exercise doesn’t help You can’t lose after menopause Okay, not so fast! It turns out, as a matter of fact, just within the past few days that the “metabolism slows as you age” meme is not as cut and dried as we thought. If counting calories or losing weight in general when you’re over 50 confuses you, I’m here to cut through the noise and BS. Contrary to anything else you have read (yes, I said anything), calories do coun ..read more

Did you know you can actually train your brain to lose weight? Yes, you can. When it comes right down to it, the only reason we pursue anything is because of the reward system in our brain. If there’s no benefit, it won’t happen. If unhelpful thoughts are always getting in the way of your healthy goals, you need this! Change Your Thoughts – Change Your Results By signing up, you are subscribing to my email newsletter. You can unsubscribe at any time! Yes, I want it! Loading… Thank you! Check your email for your free guide!  It’s as true when working for a paycheck as it is fo ..read more

If you’re a woman over 50, chances are you suffer from a lack of confidence, imposter syndrome, or low self-esteem. So, how can you build confidence as a woman? I’m a woman over 50 and I certainly fit the above description a few years ago, and I’ve communicated with enough women to know it’s not unusual to lack confidence. Some sources estimate that as many as 85% of people suffer from low self-confidence at some point in their lives! So, if you’re looking for ways to become a confident person, tell your own inner critic to get lost, get rid of all those negative thoughts, and start trying mo ..read more

I don’t know about you, but I like to watch a TV show or two in the evening before bed. It’s the time I sit on the couch next to my hubby and catch the latest episode of some popular show, or some mystery or drama. We got into the habit of drinking a glass or two of wine, and having some sort of dessert. I don’t really remember how it happened, but one day I realized we were drinking wine and eating some sort of dessert EVERY SINGLE NIGHT! I can hardly believe how easily things like this become habits, but it’s true. The thing is, it had become literally mindless. Once we fell into the habit ..read more

If you’re looking for some delicious low-calorie chocolate muffins, you’re in the right place! These muffins are moist, chocolaty, and perfect for a snack, dessert, or even part of a healthy breakfast! You guys! You know I love food (even though I’m kind of a picky eater). But I want to eat stuff that tastes great and doesn’t leave me feeling deprived of all my favorites. I’m all for making over recipes so they’re healthier, lower in sugar and calories so they can fit into a food plan that is filling, satisfying, AND healthy. I love chocolate cake and cupcakes. I’ve tried all sorts of recip ..read more

Do you exercise much (or at all)? And if you do, is it mostly cardio? If so, you need to find out why strength training is not optional for women over 50! The workout started like every other. I went into the spare bedroom/exercise room, turned on the big-screen TV and inserted my DVD of the day. The weights were lined up; my water bottle was filled. I was ready to go after a warmup. This workout involved a deck of cards…something about putting them down in front of you and then picking them up in a certain way that worked my butt like crazy. Just what I loved/hated! One move included a kick ..read more