Why We "Gel" Overnight Do you ever wake up feeling a bit like the Tin Man before he found his oil can? I know the feeling!  But that "creaky" feeling in your knees and back isn’t inevitable just because we’re getting older. It’s actually a biological process called...

Keeping the muscle you have is non-negotiable It seems like every week there’s another story in the news about Ozempic or Wegovy. These GLP-1 medications have helped a lot of people manage their weight and metabolic health.  But when weight loss happens rapidly, as it...

If you've ever felt puffy around the middle despite doing your best working out and eating well, the culprit may not be food or a lack of exercise. It could be cortisol. Cortisol is sometimes referred to as the "stress hormone," but that doesn't mean it's necessarily...

I often talk in my classes about the importance of resistance training. But this doesn't necessarily mean using a physical weight. Don’t get me wrong: dumbbells are awesome. But resistance bands can also be a powerhouse tool for building strength and bone density....

Embrace the chill and discover surprising metabolic benefits I'll be honest: when the temperature drops, my first instinct is to stay cozy indoors with a cup of tea. But here's something fascinating I've learned: exercising in cold weather actually offers some...

Three Common Mistakes That Could Be Sabotaging Your Strength Gains Push-ups are one of the most effective exercises we can do. They build upper body strength, engage our core, and require no equipment.  But here's the thing: I see the same form mistakes again and...

Have you noticed your shoulders feeling a bit stiffer lately? Maybe reaching for something on a high shelf isn't quite as easy as it used to be? You're not alone. As we age, shoulder mobility tends to decline. But here's the good news: it doesn't have to. Our...

How Hormones and Rest Impact Our Well-being Finding balance feels harder when life gets stressful, and many of us notice changes in our bodies as we age - especially around midlife. You might wonder why stress or poor sleep make it tougher to feel your best, or why...

With pumpkin carving season upon us, you might find yourself staring at a pile of pumpkin innards wondering what to do with them. Before you toss them in the compost, consider this: those "guts" are nutritional gold, perfect for making creamy, warming pumpkin...