When it comes to fitness, there’s so much information online and you don’t necessarily know what’s true and what isn’t. One article says Zumba will help you burn 1000 calories per session, but another tells you you’re not doing enough. You try your best to read through the mess and find answers that will make… Read More.
5 Fitness Myths That Are Preventing You From Getting Back Into Your Best Shape After 50: Myth #1
When it comes to fitness, there’s so much information online and you don’t necessarily know what’s true and what isn’t. One article says Zumba will help you burn 1000 calories per session, but another tells you you’re not doing enough. You try your best to read through the mess and find answers that will make… Read More.
How many Carbs Should I eat to lose weight and Feel Healthy After 50? Hormones, Carbs and Belly Fat
Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been trying for a while to lose weight (especially the stubborn belly weight that slowly crept up around menopause) one thing is really clear, the time is now to make some major changes and get your body back. In your search to get things moving in the right… Read More.
Think wine is better than beer for women’s health? Sorry, but you’re better off with a pint
Most popular alcoholic beverage for women? Red wine. Fancy cocktails and white wine come in as a close second. Some argue alcohol is gender specific. Men are drawn towards the bitter bubbles beer provides, while women stick to lighter beverages lower on the calorie scale . Whatever the reason may be, there’s mounting evidence that… Read More.
Did you know these 7 healthy foods have hidden sugar?
Have you been thinking about going sugar free? Cutting out refined sugar is one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. That high you get when you initially consume sugar is caused by a sudden release in dopamine making you feel great…but the effects on your body aren’t quite as satisfying. With long term sugar consumption… Read More.
Get your partner enthusiastic about getting healthy with these simple steps
You might think that a Scottish born beer drinker and a Mexican/Canadian Fitnessenthusiast seem like one of the most unlikely ‘healthy partner’ couplings, yet from the very beginning I knew that Gary was The One. We’ve known each other for 7 years, and celebrated our wedding just over three years ago…but when Gary first moved… Read More.
Quiz: How much Cardio should I be doing in a day?
Worried about fitting cardio into your day? I completely understand! Time is such a constraint for so many of us hard working, family oriented individuals and exercise is often the first item to be crossed off the list. Yet no matter how busy we are, I know you understand how truly important fitness is for… Read More.
What Size of Weights Should I Use to Feel Firmer and Stronger After 50? 3 Simple Steps to Know For Sure
What size of weights should I use to feel firmer and stronger after 50? How do I know if my weights are heavy enough? Am I pushing myself too hard? Will I feel sore and achy for days and feel like I’ve done more damage than good? Or maybe I’ve not done enough? How do… Read More.
Let’s Increase Lean Muscle After 50! The Jane Fonda Inspired Workout:
You Have the Power to Reverse Muscle Loss After 50! This was the title of the presentation I gave to over one hundred participants hosted by CARP. I spoke about the benefits of resistance training and then guided a Jane Fonda inspired workout. It was so much fun! I received a lot of feedback from participants… Read More.
2 Hormones That Affect The Way You Workout After 50
Here we go! You’re Embarking on your fittest and healthiest year! You’ve made the decision that the time to get healthy is now! You’ve chosen your workout, you’re making healthier decisions such as cutting out sugar or watching your portions and you’re ready to get started. This year WILL be different because you’re about to… Read More.
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