If you’ve been on social media lately, you’ve probably seen people walking around wearing weighted vests while doing everyday activities, walking on the treadmill, hiking, or even doing housework. Like most fitness trends, weighted vests are getting a lot of attention right now. But unlike many trends that come and go, this one actually has some real benefits… when used correctly. For women over 40, especially during peri-menopause and menopause, the conversation around strength, muscle loss,...

If you feel like you’re always starting over… you’re not alone. You get motivated. You tell yourself “this time I’m doing it.” And then life happens. Work gets busy. You’re tired. You don’t know what to do that day… so you do nothing. And just like that—you’re back at square one. Here’s the truth most people don’t want to hear: It’s not that you lack motivation. It’s that you don’t have a plan that’s simple enough to follow consistently. Because when something feels: Complicated...

If you’re over 40 and suddenly finding yourself exhausted but still unable to sleep well, you are not imagining it. For many women, sleep starts to change during perimenopause and menopause. You may feel more restless at night, wake up more often, get hit with night sweats, or find that your brain refuses to shut off when it’s finally time to rest. Sleep issues are one of the most common complaints during this stage of life, and they can affect everything from energy and mood to hunger,...