Balance Exercises for Women Over 50 Balance is something we often take for granted until we notice we’re over 50 and not quite as steady on our feet anymore. The best balance exercises for women over 50 are those that can be done easily at home. But here’s what many women don’t realize. Balance is…
Natural Stress Relief for Women Over 50 If you are looking for stress relief for women over 50, you are not alone. So many women I see are carrying far more stress than they realize. There is so much anger, worry, sadness, and fear in the world right now. Add that to chronic pain, family…
Yoga for Knee and Hip Pain For Women Over 50 If you have been wondering whether Yoga for knee and hip pain is really possible after 50, I have good news for you. It is. At a recent Age With Grace and Strength workshop, someone asked me a great question: “Can I even join a…
Squats are one the most important exercises for hip pain relief for women 50+. Yet so many women avoid them because they already have hip, knee, or back pain and are afraid squats will make it worse. I understand that fear. When something already hurts, the last thing you want to do is try an…
The Missing Key to Post-Menopausal Weight Loss? Build Muscle While Walk the Dog! What if the secret to post-menopausal weight loss is not finding more time to exercise, but pairing muscle-building with what you are already doing anyway? That may sound too simple, but in my experience, it is one of the smartest ways to…
The reason I wanted to share my birthday brain-healthy dinner for women over 50 with you is because tomorrow is my birthday, and yes, I’m making myself a chocolate cake. In fact, I look forward to it. This is a special once-a-year treat, and I enjoy every bite. I think part of healthy aging, especially…
After Menopause, Building Muscle Is the Key That Makes Everything Else Easier What you need most after 50, is a smart plan for the body you have right now. And that plan starts with one thing: build muscle after menopause. Because building muscle builds confidence. You move differently because you feel different. Building functional muscle.…
If you have been wondering how food affects brain health, you are not alone. Lately, many of the questions I have been getting are about how food can help prevent dementia diseases, like Alzheimer’s. A brain-healthy breakfast for women over 50 can be delicious, simple to put together, and built from foods you already enjoy.…