Abs and core are one one of those areas we always want to work on. Here's 5 core exercises I used to do that I no longer do and what I do instead. I want all the rewards and reduced risk whenever possible. You will still see fitness instructors teaching these for a long time, because rather than do the research we tend to follow others or think if it "feels" hard it must be doing good. Not so true. Let me know if you have an exercise you wonder about? You might like this challenge: https://www.flippingfifty.com/core-challenge Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/flipping50tv?sub_confirmation=1 A ..read more

For the best exercise decade by decade and why this video offers a simple summary. If you missed this focus a decade (or more) it's not too late to start! To optimize menopause what you do before and during matters but post menopause you can still get improve not just longevity, but health span. in your 20s - use that confidence and get in the weight room 30s - we begin losing muscle if we aren't preventing it 40s - perimenopause will reach most women and symptoms or not women can lose up to 27% lean muscle mass from early to late stages 50s - when muscle and bone loss accelerates the most wit ..read more

When you do everything slow, your body loses Fast twitch muscle fiber. FT muscle is responsible for reaction skills which "right us" if we slip or trip. They are the difference between falling and not. They also support METABOLISM! So yes, we love them. You can improve them by lifting weights, more if you add power (speed on the lift), and even more by incorporating these simple drills. More drills at the membership inside the "longevity snack 10 minute workouts" https://www.flippingfifty.com/cafe Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/flipping50tv?sub_confirmation=1 Are you tired of settling for ..read more

These everyday moves for women 40+ help keep posture and mobility intact! Reduce tension from computers, phones and work that all occurs in front of us. Tell me if you did these and how they feel. You might love the 12 Days of BLISSMAS Challenge. https://www.flippingfifty.com/blissmas Bridge Clam Back Extension Prone Cross Over Spiders These are great for midlife and beyond after carrying babies, cell phones and tension! I used them after a day of travel and poor sleep! Yoga can be great for offering postural support but when you don’t have the hour, try this. If you liked that, watch this nex ..read more

If you love your coffee but it doesn't love you back, or want to know the pros and cons about coffee listen to this. Coffee lovers will be validated! Midlife women with gut issues may get some insights about why. Learn about a new low acids coffee that offers the polyphenols and the caffeine boost you want without the negative gut side effects you don't. The truth about coffee pros and cons all here! More about the Coffee we talked about: https://www.flippingfifty.com/happygutcoffee So much in this episode: pros and cons of coffee how to prepare coffee whole bean vs ground coffee low acid coff ..read more

Need a beginner-friendly workout? Or one to keep you consistent? This 30 minute beginner strength workout for women over 40 is 3 simple exercises with dumbbells you can do at home (or at the gym) complete with a warm up and cool down in 30 minutes. Includes detailed cues that beginners will appreciate for optimal form. The resistance training you do now is establishing your strong future. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/flipping50tv?sub_confirmation=1 Are you tired of settling for weight gain and fatigue just because you’re approaching or have already passed age 50? You can still get in the ..read more

Drop 5 lbs in 3 weeks? Yes! Here's what I did before my son's wedding to reduce inflammation and stress. In this video I share how decreasing cortisol impacts blood sugar and changes fat storage. These 5 things I did to lose weight are NOT all exercise-related. Results my vary but reducing stress and inflammation are always beneficial for midlife women. You may want to watch this next: https://youtu.be/8bQ8eAeVtlY Things I mentioned in this video: Coffee: https://www.flippingfifty.com/givedanger CGM: https://www.flippingfifty.com/myglucose Match: https://www.flippingfifty.com/piquetea Power Pl ..read more

To boost fat burning and longevity you want to exercise using knowledge combined from physiology of exercise and of menopause. The best heart rate zone training in menopause is really quite easy. You don't have to test to find it. Know where you first take a deep breath and know that you get to breathlessness in 15-30 seconds and you know just about all you need to know. If you suffer from gaining fat or excess fatigue though, you may be experiencing cardiac drift. You're getting into a zone 3 or no- benefits zone I like to call it. It wasn't your intention, that's just where you get. Cortisol ..read more

Get a toned booty in 10 minutes? Yes! Your butt is the key to reducing lower back and preventing knee issues as well as enhancing the way you age. Longevity is closely related to your strength and power. The glutes are a big part of that (pun intended). If you want more support try this: https://www.flippingfifty.com/glute-challenge There are very specific strength exercises that help with glute toning and strength but this is a walking workout. Try it first and then try it with your weighted vest. This walking workout (secret) is one few know of but solves the problem of quad dominance. Cauti ..read more

Midlife women falls and fracture rates are higher than older women! Shocking right? Here's why women in midlife, specifically menopause may be falling more frequently and what to do about it. Practicing balance poses in quiet, calm spaces may not be enough. Dynamic balance moving your center of gravity off your base of support and doing it in a busy, noisy space may prepare you better. There's a sneaky little calf muscle that may be getting ignored in your routine too! Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/flipping50tv?sub_confirmation=1 Are you tired of settling for weight gain and fatigue just ..read more