things that Lola has done (eaten)

Lola has never had a formal blog introduction, but she’s now 6 months old and I’m sharing some of the mischief she’s gotten into instead. It’s much more fitting this way. We knew that we ...

The Truth About Menopause Belly Fat (What Science Actually Says)

If you ask the average woman going through perimenopause what she is most concerned about, you’ll probably find a few things near the top of the list: hot flashes, for sure. Vaginal dryness, ...

5.1 Friday Faves – The Fitnessista

Hiiii! Happy Friday! How was the week? I hope you had a great one! Ours was a bit chaotic, but it was good. Lola is still 100% pure puppy mode and keeping me on my toes around here. Don’t leave ...

From Marathons to Ironmans: The Women Over 50 Redefining Athletic Aging

In April 2025, I completed my first half marathon at age 44. It was a relatively small race, with just 91 finishers. While the racers skewed toward people in their 30s and 40s, there were nearly as ...

Best Health and Fitness Certifications (My Favorites After 17+ Years in the Industry)

Sharing a roundup of my favorite reputable health and fitness certifications if you’re considering becoming a wellness professional. Check out all of the details below! Hi friends! How are you? I ...

Mom Rage: Why It Happens and What It’s Really Trying to Tell You

It often starts with the smallest things, and it can feel like it comes out of nowhere. Everything is going fine while I’m getting my kids out the door and ready for school. And then, slowly, it ...

XWERKS Motion Review (2024)

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page.Your gym bag is probably packed with some of the best supplements for building muscle, including protein ...

200: Autoimmune Healing, Nervous System Safety & the Biggest Mistakes I Made on My Health Journey

Hi friends! I have a brand new podcast episode live, and today is a very special one — episode 200 🎉 This is a short solo episode where I’m reflecting on my own healing journey and sharing the ...

How Lifting Weights After 40 Changed My Relationship With Food and My Body

Note: The point below includes discussion of disordered eating and an unhealthy relationship with exercise. Please take care while reading if these topics are sensitive for you.When I was in my ...

Expert-Tested: Tonal Review (2025) – Breaking Muscle

We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. See disclosures page.Tonal is a high-tech smart gym that makes starting an effective strength workout as easy as stepping into the ...