Peri-menopause, menopause and post menopause are definitely having a moment. This is fabulous because finally, women are retreating from life wondering what on earth is happening to their bodies, minds and selves. Finally, we are being made aware of the many aspects of this major hormonal shift that once no-one ever talked about. After all,Continue reading “How simplifying improved my menopause and my life”
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Why walking is my No 1 form of exercise
It’s almost too simple isn’t it. Walking? It’s not sexy or trendy or complicated. And, perhaps that’s why its so effective at contributing to good health. But, is walking alone enough to optimise health? Probably not. It’s ideal to include strength training, multi-directional movements, possibly some jumping movements and more variety. However, walking for me,Continue reading “Why walking is my No 1 form of exercise”
Let’s Get Strong
If you are a midlife woman like me, then you will have grown up in a time when thin was in – super thin. We weren’t often encouraged to build muscle and lift heavy weights – it was more about aerobics and looking tall and slim like Jane Fonda and Jamie Lee Curtis. I’ve seenContinue reading “Let’s Get Strong”