You just finished your workout, you’re feeling pumped, and then you undo all your hard work when you think, “I’ll eat later when I have time.” This is the biggest mistake you can make at the end of your training session! If you’re not eating within 45 minutes of finishing your workout, you’re sabotaging your progress. At this stage of…
Your Belly Fat Is Talking – Here’s What It Reveals
As we age, our bodies change in ways that can feel frustrating and sometimes confusing. One of the most common struggles women face, is the increase in belly fat. Many believe menopause is solely to blame, but the reality is that belly fat naturally increases with age due to hormonal shifts, changes in metabolism, and lifestyle factors. If you look…
Strength Training with Progressive Overload is the Queen of Training
Strength training is one of the most powerful tools for transforming your body, especially during menopause. But if you’ve been bouncing from one workout to another, whether it’s random group classes or trendy online challenges, and not seeing results, it’s time to talk about progressive overload and why it’s the key to lasting success. Why Random Workouts Won’t Cut…
The Power of Collagen for Women Over 40
As we hit our 40’s and beyond, our skin start to sag more, we start to experience creaky joints, thinning hair, and feeling like our body isn’t as resilient as it used to be, as a result of reduced collagen. Collagen is the glue that holds everything together. It’s the richest protein in our body, and is responsible for keeping…
The Benefits of Strength Training for Women in Their 50s
Builds and Maintains Lean Muscle Mass After 30, we lose about 3-5% of our muscle mass per decade. This loss speeds up by the time we hit menopause, due to lower levels of oestrogen. Strength training helps combat this by building and maintaining lean muscle. Not only the muscle that we see when we flex our biceps, but the muscles…
