A New Year, A New Phase of Strength Looking ahead to 2026, it’s the perfect time to focus on yourself and step into a season of strength and confidence. As women over 40, we know how real physical and hormonal changes can be—energy shifts, a slower metabolism, and changing hormones are all part of this phase. If you’re feeling it, you’re not alone. These changes are so normal, but you don’t have to settle for feeling less than your best. Imagine waking up with more energy, pr

For years, I was convinced that achieving my fitness goals required an all-in, no-excuses approach. I thought "dedication" looked like this: 5 AM workouts, no matter how little I slept. Meal prepping every single bite, with zero flexibility. No rest days, because who has time for that? If I missed a workout, I felt like a failure. If I ate something that wasn't on my rigid plan, I'd throw in the towel and promise to "start over on Monday." If my body felt tired, I ignored it