Do you have knee pain with squats?
If you suffer with knee pain during squats you may wonder if you can ever get stronger legs! The answer is "Yes, you can!" because there are many ways to train your legs that won't cause knee pain and will…
How to Rehydrate Fast and Stay Hydrated
Dehydration happens when your body loses more fluids than it takes in—and it can affect nearly every part of your body. Since we’re made up of 50%–60% water, even mild dehydration can impact energy, mood, focus, and physical performance. Common…
Peanut butter is a fat, not protein (and a quick equation)
Hi {{ subscriber.first_name }}, You know about the importance of getting enough protein, especially as you get older and that is because we don't absorb the amino acids that make up the the protein as well (and so you need…
If you’re lucky enough to get old
If you are lucky enough to get old, is frailty a guaranteed byproduct? Frailty is most often associated with age, disuse and disease. I'll admit that I do believe It's nearly inevitable to have aches and pains as you get…
Who’s in your top 5?
You’ve probably heard this before: “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” — Jim Rohn At first glance, it’s a catchy quote, but when you pause and really let it sink in—it becomes…
This DROPS when you lose weight
Weight loss seems to be harder now that you are not in your 20s or 30s. You used to be able to cut out breakfast and drop 5#, but that doesn't work anymore. Weight loss is not linear, either. On…
Walking isn’t enough
Walking is an important form of exercise, but it, and other forms of general activity, does not protect you from age related muscle loss. Women often will tell me how they are very active - gardening, walking, playing with kids,…
What will you do when there is a set back?
This morning after our session was over we were talking about what you might do if (when) you have a set back. A set back could mean getting injured, like a pulled back muscle or a sore shoulder. Perhaps even…
You don’t need motivation, but this helps…
Here’s a little truth: you probably don’t need more motivation. You need more clarity. Motivation comes and goes. But clarity? That sticks. Knowing exactly why you’re doing this and what the next step is - that’s the secret. I'll give…
Are you over 60? Do you want to S.A.I.L?
It can be very scary to start lifting weights and do higher level exercise if you've never done anything like it before, especially for women over 60, BUT wouldn't you like to S.A.I.L through the rest of your life? S.A.I.L…
