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Relieve Upper Back Pain: Simple Tips for Everyday Life Upper back pain, especially around the shoulder blades, is a common complaint for many. Whether you’re lifting children, carrying heavy bags, working long hours at a desk, or even sleeping in awkward positions, the strain on the upper back can be overwhelming. If you’re looking for…
Why Core Strength Goes Beyond Six-Pack Abs When many of us think about core strength, images of chiseled six-pack abs often come to mind. However, especially for women in midlife, that ideal isn’t necessarily the healthiest goal. Our bodies are designed differently, with a natural need for a little extra fat to maintain hormonal balance….
How to Perform a Glute Bridge Correctly: Tips for Midlife Women Glute bridges are an effective exercise for strengthening the glutes and hamstrings, which are key to improving posture, reducing back pain, and supporting your body’s overall stability. However, doing them incorrectly can lead to using the wrong muscles and potentially exacerbate issues like lower…
Urinary Incontinence is often seen as a “normal” part of life after childbirth or as you enter menopause, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Many women, especially moms, are told that leaking urine when coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercising is common and something they’ll just have to deal with. However, while incontinence is…
As women enter midlife, typically around their 40s and 50s, hormonal changes become a central part of daily life. These shifts, particularly in estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone, impact everything from mood and energy levels to how our bodies respond to exercise. If you’ve noticed that your usual workout routine isn’t working the way it used…
In the latest episode of “Moving Through Midlife,” Courtney sits down with Chef James Barry to delve into the transformative power of mindful eating. As we navigate the often confusing modern dietary landscape, Chef Barry, the founder of Eat Pluck, offers a refreshing perspective rooted in the wisdom of our ancestors and eating instinctively. The…
In our fast-paced world, managing anxiety and stress can be challenging, especially during midlife when hormonal and lifestyle changes can amplify these feelings. This week, we’re focusing on ways to help relax and calm your nervous system to better handle anxiety and stress. Here are some practical strategies to incorporate into your daily routine: Understanding…
If you’re a midlife woman struggling with weight loss, you’re not alone. One of the most common questions I hear from my clients is, “Is there a supplement I can take to help me lose weight?” It’s a popular topic, but the truth is, no supplement can replace the basics of healthy eating and consistent…
Benefits of workouts goes way beyond the scale If you’re someone who dreads the thought of exercising each day but knows you need to, this post is for you. You wake up thinking, “I need to work out,” but the idea of dragging yourself through yet another workout feels overwhelming. You may not have found…
A Deep Dive into Skin Health and Epigenetics Last week, I shared insights from a podcast discussing how we can navigate aging gracefully. One of the key topics we covered was skin health—a concern that becomes increasingly prominent as we age. I vividly remember the moment, around the age of 44 or 45, when I…