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Introduction Let’s face it: hitting a fitness plateau is like trying to binge-watch your favorite show when the Wi-Fi keeps cutting out. Frustrating, right? You’ve tried everything—more effort, less effort, maybe even bribing yourself with a donut—but nothing’s working. And now, instead of Netflix, it’s your body that’s buffering. Welcome…
Creatine, often associated with athletes, offers significant benefits for women over 40, including preserving muscle mass, enhancing strength and performance, boosting brain health, supporting bone density, and improving recovery. This safe supplement, produced naturally in the body and found in foods, can notably enhance overall wellness and energy during aging.
How many of us start out the new year with goals of improving our fitness and nutrition only to wind up giving up too soon? The New Year is a time for fresh starts and renewed commitments to our health and well-being. While setting fitness and nutrition goals is common,…
This is my family’s favorite dinner and it’s so easy to make! Sometimes I don’t even add the onion and then it only takes two minutes to just dump all of the ingredients into the crock pot in the morning and let it cook all day. Ingredients: Directions:
Sugar is everywhere. It sneaks into our daily lives through sodas, snacks, baked goods, and even so-called “healthy” foods. While it might taste great, processed sugar can wreak havoc on your health if consumed in excess. From weight gain to chronic disease, the effects are far-reaching. For me personally, this…
Menopause is a natural phase of life that brings with it a a multitude of physical and hormonal changes. How lucky are we? This transition is accompanied by challenges such as reduced energy levels, weight gain, and a loss of muscle mass. While these changes we experience during menopause may…
Finding time to exercise can feel impossible, especially when juggling work, family, and personal commitments. Staying consistent is key to long-term health and vitality. Here are some practical tips to help you stick with your fitness routine, no matter how busy life gets! 1. Schedule Your Workouts Like Appointments 2.…
If you are following my small change challenge and adding walking to your daily routine, these are some must-have items to keep you warm while walking in the winter. Be sure to check out my post about how good walking is for you! I also have a post about 5…
Walking is a highly accessible exercise that offers significant benefits for both physical and mental health. Regular walking enhances heart health, joint mobility, and aids in weight management, while also providing stress relief and improving sleep quality. It contributes to increased muscle tone and bone density, promoting longevity. To incorporate…
When it comes to snacking, it can be difficult to find snacks that are healthier, high in protein and that satisfy your hunger. Also, I need snacks that are grab and go for the most part! Being a busy mom, I don’t leave the house for extended periods of time…