For women over 40, excessive cardio may hinder fitness goals due to hormonal changes increasing cortisol, leading to fat storage and muscle loss. Instead, focusing on strength training, low-impact activities like walking, and short HIIT sessions can enhance metabolism, preserve muscle, and boost energy without detrimental effects of prolonged cardio.
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How to Manage Hormonal Imbalance After 40: Diet, Exercise, and Lifestyle Tips
As women reach their 40s, hormonal changes can lead to various symptoms, including fatigue and mood swings. To support overall well-being, it's essential to focus on nutrient-dense diets, consistent exercise, effective stress management, and gut health. Additionally, consider supplementation and professional guidance for personalized care in navigating these changes.
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Teaching Kids to Love Food—The Right Way!
Children's eating habits are influenced by their parents' modeling of healthy attitudes toward food. By avoiding negative labels, encouraging intuitive eating, and involving kids in meal preparation, parents can foster a sustainable, guilt-free relationship with food. Positive family meals and leading by example create confidence and self-awareness in children regarding…
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Simple and Effective Ways to Relieve Stress
As a full-time teacher and mother of 3, my schedule is often jam-packed with running around for their activities as well as chores, errands, meal prep and everything else on my plate! This constant list of things to do and places to go can cause feelings of stress and anxiety!…
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Now Reading: A Peek into My Bookshelf
(This description is from Amazon) It is the morning of the reaping that will kick off the tenth annual Hunger Games. In the Capitol, eighteen-year-old Coriolanus Snow is preparing for his one shot at glory as a mentor in the Games. The once-mighty house of Snow has fallen on hard…
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10 Fitness Mistakes Women in Their 40’s Are Making (and How to Fix Them)
As women in our 40s, many of us are navigating new territory when it comes to our health and fitness. Between hormonal changes, shifting priorities, and busy schedules, it can feel like a lot to manage. But here’s the good news: this stage of life isn’t a roadblock—it’s an opportunity…
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Setting New Year’s Goals: How to Stick to Them
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,…
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How to Stay Consistent with Fitness Even on a Busy Schedule
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.…
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Check out these essentials for winter walking!
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…
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Snack Smarter: High-Protein Picks I Love
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…