To cultivate the best results for our health, especially for women aged 55 and beyond, it's crucial to incorporate self-compassion into our wellness journey. When you do, you'll discover the essential ingredients for taking charge of how you embrace the aging process....
If you or a loved one is dealing with osteoporosis, you know how important it is to effectively manage this condition and prevent further complications. In my new article, "From Fragile to Resilient: A Step-by-Step Approach to Effectively Managing Osteoporosis," I...
Have you ever wondered what Mindfulness is all about? Perhaps you've dabbled in it, but you're not quite convinced of its benefits. Well, let me share with you how mindfulness has transformed my life, and why it could be the key to unlocking a vibrant, fulfilling...
Introduction Are you a woman over 55 struggling with hypertension? While medication can play a crucial role in managing high blood pressure, there's more you can do to improve your health. In this article, we will explore the power of exercise and diet strategies...
You might be wondering, "Why do I include brain exercises in my body and brain group fitness workouts? Isn't exercise in general good for the brain? Well, you're absolutely right; exercise is indeed one of the best things you can do for your brain health. However,...
Do you ever find yourself just going through the motions, doing what you have to do, and occasionally enjoying the things you truly love? Do you ever feel like there's something missing, a void in your life that yearns to be filled with purpose and meaning? Well, you...
An Experienced Mind and Body Trainer Spurred on by a fascination with the mind-body connection, I graduated with a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychologist in the late 80s, while working as a Charge Nurse. And it was around this time that I also trained as a group...
As a group Fitness Trainer, I know the value of strength training. Especially as we get older. But unfortunately, only 20% of people over 60 are doing strength training. So that’s 80% of us who aren’t doing what we need to do to keep our muscles strong in our bodies....
Maybe you struggle with depression, anxiety or another mental health concern. Or you have a loved one who does. Well, you're certainly not alone. My own experience with depression as well as anxiety has been long and sometimes torturous. Our mental health is...
Have you had a fall? If you were unfortunate to have this experience, did you get injured? Did it affect your confidence.?Or maybe you’ve had a loved one who has fallen. I’ve tripped 4 times I can recall on my morning jog and sustained facial injuries and a loss of...
What's Your Biggest Worry As You Get Older? We each have our own individual worries. But there are common worries for those of us over 60. I did a poll a few months back and chronic illness and dementia or Alzheimer's came us as the two biggest worries. The risk of...
Do you exercise on your own, with someone else, or in a group? A few of my members have shared that while they enjoy walking on their own or with a partner, they are more motivated when they’ve scheduled a group fitness class. And it’s often more satisfying and...
Do you have pain and discomfort in your hands and wrists? I have arthritis in my left hand and I know it affects my grip strength. So I make sure I do exercises to keep my hands strong. Because..... Grip strength is considered an indication of our overall health,...
Do you have a loved one with cognitive decline who says hurtful things? This can be difficult and painful. So it’s essential to remember that cognitive decline, including Dementia is a disorder that affects the brain. And it impacts many of the cognitive functions...
In my blog last week, I shared a few strategies that help you overcome the fear of judgment when exercising as a woman over 60. Those external fears about what others are thinking. And our internal ones where we judge ourselves. Leaving you open to explore a way of...