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…
Note: The post below references my experiences with and thoughts on death and dying. These are topics we each must approach in our own way and in our own time. If you feel ready to dive in with me, read…
I don’t mess around when it comes to comfort. I am not the sacrifice-comfort-for-style kind of gal. And bras? Whew. Bras are high stakes—especially when you wear a DD+ cup size. Too tight, too itchy, too stabby? NOPE. That’s why…
When I was pregnant for the first time, I had a rough idea of what to expect during pregnancy. But when I was postpartum, I was totally lost. I had no idea what was going on with my body after…
