I stopped being an athlete a few years ago, and it got me thinking about what I miss most about competing at a high level in CrossFit. Sure, part of me misses the adrenaline rush of running out onto the…
Solo travel is having a moment—and it’s no surprise that women are leading the charge. Ironically, my first experience with the joy of solo travel happened while I was still married. I traveled to Budapest for an early childhood education…
When I was younger, I assumed that by the time I got to my 40s, I wouldn’t be as strong or fit or capable. In some ways, I don’t think it really crossed my mind at all—what my body would…
Thinking about quitting a goal before you really even get started? I think we’ve all been there… or at least I have. What I set out to do feels SO huge that I sometimes feel like quitting—before I’ve even started.…
I distinctly remember my first hot flash. My husband and I had stopped for breakfast on our way to Atlantic City for an overnight stay. Sitting in the booth across from him, I suddenly felt heat rising through my body—like…
Can yoga actually improve bone density? If you ask Google, you’ll find all sorts of resources saying yes—yoga is an effective method for building bone density and preventing osteoporotic fractures, like hip or femur breaks from falls. A search for…
Ever feel like you’re running on fumes and your brain feels like scrambled eggs? You, my friend, are likely battling mental fatigue—a sneaky energy thief that can leave even the most active, health-conscious women feeling utterly drained. The culprit? Your…
A few weeks ago, I shared a short video of me deadlifting in my home gym with my 3-year-old toddler next to me, copying me with his own little barbell. It was one of those sweet moments I can’t help…
Women. Alcohol. Midlife. What could go wrong? At first glance, nothing seems too crazy. So, you’re kicking back and relaxing with a little more alcohol than you used to. No biggie. You deserve it. The kids are gone. You have…
For a long time, I was scared to strength train. As a former Division 1 athlete, it sounds ridiculous, but it’s true. For me, strength training had always been something that led me to burnout. But I after I became…
