December 05, 2021

The Best of Pure Joy Wellness 2021 - Part 1

December 05, 2021/ Renata Joy

Oh 2021.. what a year it’s been! Coming out of 2020, I wasn’t sure what kind of year we were going to have, but I have to say, overall it’s been amazing. As a PJW community, we’ve grown stronger, connected deeply, and brought new people into the fold.

I couldn’t be prouder of all the badass women who are part of this community, including you! To celebrate, I’m using December to highlight the Best of Pure Joy Wellness from 2021.

November 27, 2021

The Biggest Lesson I’ve Learned In 65 Years

November 27, 2021/ Renata Joy

The biggest lesson I’ve learned in my 65 years is absolutely, 100 percent how to let things go. Whenever I tell people that, they ask me to explain, so I decided to center this week’s blog post around that lesson: how I’ve learned to let go.

The tendency to focus on “what IS NOT” instead of “what IS impacts” all of us. We dwell on things we feel are missing from our lives or we concentrate our energy on the areas of our life that we feel are lacking. Relationships, careers, our bodies and our health, even personal finances. In a society hyper-focused on achieving it can be difficult to appreciate what’s right in front of us.

November 12, 2021

65! Yikes! Isn’t That When You’re OLD?

November 12, 2021/ Renata Joy

Last November, I turned 65 years old. It’s surreal to think about. When I look in the mirror, I don’t see an old person, which makes me think: “Maybe being seen as old is just a myth. Maybe people don’t actually perceive 65 that way.”

But then a few weeks ago, I spoke to a group of students at Pace University about Pure Joy Wellness. When I mentioned my age, someone asked me if I feel 65 (implying that was old).

November 06, 2021

Pure Joy Wellness Approved - SkinBetter AlphaRet Products

November 06, 2021/ Renata Joy

For this month’s Pure Joy Wellness Approved, I’m featuring a few products—a set, really. Three products that I’ve been using religiously for several months now that have my skin looking plump, hydrated, and glowy.

Skinbetter—the brand behind all three of the products I’m featuring today—is a science-backed skincare company that leverages research to formulate their products for optimal results.

October 28, 2021

The 4 Exercises Every Woman Over 50 Should Do

October 28, 2021/ Renata Joy

Last week on the blog, I wrote about a habit I adopted in 2021 that has made a major difference in my health (check out my post about bone broth here) and the response I received was overwhelming. So overwhelming, in fact, that I want to share more things that have been game-changers for my health!

With that in mind, let’s talk about an exercise I’ve added to my routine this year that has totally changed my fitness, my body, and my age-related aches and pains… Pilates!

October 22, 2021

The One Food That Has Completely Changed My Body

October 22, 2021/ Renata Joy

For me, 2021 has been a year of discovery—a year of figuring out what I like, what I don’t like, and what I need now that I’m about to turn 65.

I’ve learned so much about myself and my body, and in some ways, I feel like I’ve cracked the code to living my best life. I know what foods make me feel my best, which skincare products actually work, and what workout routines are sustainable and fun for me.

There are a few things I’ve incorporated into my routine that I can’t see myself ever giving up. One of those things is bone broth.

October 14, 2021

How To Build Your Own Home Gym: My Top Tips

October 14, 2021/ Renata Joy

If the last year has taught us anything, it’s that having workout equipment at home is a MUST. And now that many of us are working from home on a more regular basis, there’s no time like the present to perfect your home gym setup!

Much like starting a new workout routine, building your own home gym can seem like an overwhelming task. Where are you supposed to start? What equipment should you invest in?

October 10, 2021

Pure Joy Wellness Approved - Oura Ring

October 10, 2021/ Renata Joy

As you probably know, the Pure Joy Wellness Walking Challenge is in full swing—we’re almost halfway through! So, in honor of making it this far, this month’s Pure Joy Wellness Approved product is on theme.

Whether you joined the Walking Challenge with the intention of losing weight, getting more movement in your day, or decreasing your stress and anxiety levels, this product can help you do that, and give you tons of cool info about your body along the way.

Ladies, meet the Oura ring.

September 25, 2021

How To Make Walking More Enjoyable

September 25, 2021/ Renata Joy

If you follow me on social media, you know that the third Pure Joy Wellness Walking Challenge is about to begin! Starting on Saturday, October 2, myself and the rest of the PJW community will be walking for 30 minutes a day for the next 30 days.

The Walking Challenge is about making a commitment to ourselves and one another and sticking to it—and we have a ton of fun motivating and supporting each other along the way!

September 16, 2021

Why We Get Lower Back Pain & How To Fix Yours

September 16, 2021/ Renata Joy

A few weeks ago, I woke up with a severe pain in my hip (or at least, I thought it was my hip at the time). My hip was so tight and felt like it was totally locked up. Having dealt with hip pain before. I tried every tool in my arsenal to heal it—I stretched, I slept on a wooden ball (no, I’m not kidding), iced it, took baths, everything. But nothing got better until I went to my chiropractor… and it turns out, I was treating the wrong area. My back was the issue, not my hip.

This experience got me thinking about back pain—specifically lower back pain—and how incredibly common it is, especially as we age.

September 12, 2021

Pure Joy Wellness Approved - Nu FACE Facial Toning Device

September 12, 2021/ Renata Joy

As all of us badass women over 50 know, the older we get, the more our bodies change. One of the first things I noticed in terms of “signs of aging” after I turned 50 was my skin. I’ve always been a skincare lover and sunscreen devotee, but one day I noticed my face was starting to lose its shape.

I decided to do some research into skincare tools and methods to see if there had been any innovations in the beauty industry that could help mitigate the issues I was dealing with. That’s when I came across the brand NuFACE, and their microcurrent facial toning devices.

September 05, 2021

What Every Woman Should Know About Heart Disease

September 05, 2021/ Renata Joy

Generally speaking, women have lower rates of heart disease than men. This is especially true for men and women in the first half of their lives. As we age, though, and after women go through menopause, their risk of heart disease goes up. Believe it or not, heart disease is actually the leading cause of death for both women and men… about 1 in 4 people die from it, and 1 in 5 women die from it.

And speaking of women, the heart disease statistics for us are even more startling. Heart disease kills more women than all types of cancer combined, including breast cancer. Not to mention, women are less likely to be correctly diagnosed and treated than men. So why don’t we hear more about it? Why aren’t we talking more about what we can do to prevent it?

August 26, 2021

Intermittent Fasting 101: What You Need To Know

August 26, 2021/ Renata Joy

Intermittent fasting is a term that’s thrown around a lot in the health and wellness world. In the last decade alone, IF has become a popular trend amongst those looking to lose weight, regulate digestion, and improve overall their health.

Whether you have considered doing intermittent fasting or have never heard of it before, IF has a lot of potential health benefits to offer you—and it’s an effective tactic for women who want to lose unwanted weight after menopause.

August 21, 2021

Pure Joy Wellness Approved - Beauty Cocktail Collagen Powder

August 21, 2021/ Renata Joy

If you watched my Instagram Live with Dr. Nigma Talib a few weeks ago, you know that I’m a proponent of eating for better skin. What happens in the gut doesn’t stay in the gut—and actually, signs of premature aging like fine lines and wrinkles have been linked to poor diet and gut health.

I’m not one to take a million supplements or powders—I’ve spent years trying out hundreds of them, and I’ve learned what works for me. One exception I make nowadays, though, is for this month’s Pure Joy Wellness Approved product.

Introducing: The Beauty Cocktail Collagen Powder from Dr. Nigma Talib

August 13, 2021

5 Of My Favorite Protein Powders On The Market

August 13, 2021/ Renata Joy

Whether you are trying to lose weight, build lean muscle mass, or simply improve your health, getting enough protein in your diet is essential. Not only does eating protein keep you satiated (and keep you from constantly snacking or binging), but it helps with blood sugar stabilization, muscle recovery, cognitive function, and so much more.

Even though I do eat meat—mostly fish and chicken with the occasional steak—sometimes I still find it difficult to get as much protein as my body needs to function properly.

July 30, 2021

How Healthy People Eat - Tips & Tricks from Kristen Coffield

July 30, 2021/ Renata Joy

Last Wednesday, I had the pleasure of hosting Kristen Coffield on my Expert Instagram Lives! In case you missed it, Kristen is the author of “How Healthy People Eat” and the founder and owner of The Culinary Cure.

She’s a culinary wellness coach who is dedicated to helping people live younger, longer, and better—needless to say, we have a lot in common!

July 23, 2021

Pure Joy Wellness Approved - The Pelvic Clock

July 23, 2021/ Renata Joy

As a fitness aficionado and wellness expert, I’m constantly on the lookout for equipment that I think is worth my money. Usually, that equipment comes in the form of weights, jump ropes, etc. Today, however, I want to talk about my latest discovery, which is a piece of equipment aimed at easing lower back pain and improving our mobility and range of motion.

Ladies, meet the Pelvic Clock.

July 18, 2021

Here's Why All Women Over 50 Need An Exercise Revamp

July 18, 2021/ Renata Joy

Let’s cut right to the chase: You’ve known for some time now that exercise is important when it comes to weight loss and maintaining a healthy body. But what you may not know is that as you cross over to your 50’s and beyond, the type of exercise you do takes on more significance.

Doing the same old workout routine that you did in your youth isn’t going to serve you well as you get older.

July 10, 2021

Your Hands Are Aging—Here's What You Should Do ASAP

July 10, 2021/ Renata Joy

There are certain areas of our bodies that are more susceptible to visible signs of aging than others—and believe it or not, one of those spots is our hands. That’s right, your hands are a dead giveaway! Especially after the year we had in 2020, with tons of hand washing and sanitizer galore, it’s no wonder that our hands are dry, cracking, and aging as a result.

For me, I’ve noticed that washing my hands so much has made my hands look older. While hand washing is obviously necessary, this is an unexpected side effect that I don’t love.

June 30, 2021

10 Foods To Stop Buying & Make Yourself Instead

June 30, 2021/ Renata Joy

When it comes to eating a holistic diet, homemade food is healthier than store bought food the majority of the time. What do I mean by “homemade” food? I’m talking about the snacks, stocks, sauces, and other forms of sustenance that we can make at home with whole, fresh ingredients, but that we often end up buying at the grocery store out of convenience.

Not only do the store bought versions of certain foods cost more per serving (yes, there’s a premium on convenience), but they almost always contain unnecessary and unhealthy ingredients. Preservatives, fillers, gums, and extra sodium are frequently added to food products to extend their shelf life or change their texture

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