For this week’s blog post, I want to talk about birthdays. As we get older, many of us come to dread our birthdays. We think, “Ugh, another year older,” as if being alive is something we should be upset about and not look forward to. As you can imagine, I whole-heartedly disagree with this point of view, because I view aging as a privilege, not a punishment.
Read MoreChances are, Thanksgiving is going to look different for you and your family this year. You may be celebrating solo, or with a smaller group than usual, and that can put a real damper on the holiday. Whatever your predicament, though, I hope you’ll take this year’s Thanksgiving as an opportunity to unwind and indulge a bit with a little comfort food, time off the clock, and self-care.
Read MoreNow that it’s November (wow... how did we get here?), the holiday season is upon us! For some folks, this means spending time with family and friends, celebrating together. Simultaneously, though, the holidays often mean spending a lot of time surrounded by people, answering a million questions, and in some cases, tolerating tough relatives or friends (we’ve all been there!).
Read MoreAs many of you know, we’re almost done with the Pure Joy Wellness Walking Challenge! 30 days of 30 minutes or more of walking. I’m so impressed with and proud of all of you who are participating—you’ve been killing it! I hope you have enjoyed it as much as I have, and are ready to finish the challenge out strong.
In honor of the Walking Challenge, I wanted to share one of my favorite recovery products with you…
Read MoreYou may or may not know this, but October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Given that the Pure Joy Wellness community is composed of strong, badass women, I wanted to use this week’s blog post to spotlight one of my long-time clients, Jessica Moser, a breast cancer survivor, and share some breast cancer resources that every woman should know about.
Read MoreAs a society, we’ve grown increasingly sedentary over the years. We sit at our desks, sit down for meals, sit while scrolling through social media, sit while we watch TV, etc. It’s actually astounding how much time we spend sitting, and how many of our daily activities require being seated. It’s no wonder that many of us struggle to hit our daily step count, or even get outside once a day.
Read MoreSomething I haven’t talked about much (that’s a big part of all of our lives) is clothing. In general, the fashion industry designs with younger people in mind, and in society, many styles are deemed “off limits” for women over 50. We’re told that pieces like ripped jeans aren’t appropriate for women our age—which, as you know if you read my article on aging myths, is a nonsensical and outdated way of thinking.
Read MoreWe all know that moving our bodies is essential for staying healthy and happy—but if you don’t have much experience with exercise, starting a workout routine can be intimidating. It’s easy to fall into the mindset that “working out” means you have to go on super long runs, lift two times your weight, or complete intense workouts that leave you feeling drained. Fortunately, that isn’t the case at all.
Read MoreAs many of you know, I’m very passionate and adamant about taking care of my skin. Our skin is our largest organ, and it’s also one of the first places where signs of aging show up. Fortunately, with the right skincare routine (combined with a healthy lifestyle), we can help minimize the impact that aging can have on our skin.
Today, I’m going to share some of my favorite skincare tips, tricks, and products so that you can give your skin the attention and love it needs (and deserves!).
The wellness industry is saturated with products. (It’s a multi-trillion dollar industry, after all.) My goal with this series, Pure Joy Wellness Approved, is to help you cut through the noise, and give you insight into the items and brands that I use on a regular basis. Every month, I’ll be featuring a product I love that can make achieving your health goals easier—whether you want to lose weight, take better care of your skin, develop an exercise routine, find balance with your nutrition, or improve your mental health, to name a few.
Read MoreA question I get asked all the time by my friends and clients is: “What do you eat to stay lean and healthy?” It’s funny to think that if you had asked me 30 years ago, my answer would be completely different—but now that I’m 63 (almost 64!), I’m even more focused on disease-prevention and maintaining my inner health post-menopause through food. I’ve adjusted my diet so that my body gets exactly what it needs to function well, and I don’t lose my mind trying to follow a hyper-restrictive diet. As far as staying lean or losing weight, that’s often a byproduct of eating in a way that will keep you healthy for years to come. (In other words, focus on your diet, and your body will respond accordingly.)
Read MoreAs women, we’re often warned about aging. We’re told scary stories about how bad it will be, and how we should enjoy our youth while we have it, because it’s all downhill from there. But in my experience, and the experience of the countless women I’ve worked with, there isn’t much truth to those stories. Sure, the factual, biological information we’re taught about menopause holds up, but in terms of the information we’re given about how we should live our lives and feel about ourselves...let’s just say I have some issues with it.
Read MoreOver the last few years, collagen has become a buzzword in the health and wellness community. Its popularity as a supplement and ingredient has risen dramatically, and nowadays you can find collagen in everything from smoothies and protein bars to drink mixes and daily supplement capsules.
Read MoreThe wellness industry is saturated with products. (It’s a multi-trillion dollar industry, afterall.) My goal with this series, Pure Joy Wellness Approved, is to help you cut through the noise, and give you insight into the items and brands that I use on a regular basis. Every month, I’ll be featuring a product I love that can make achieving your health goals easier—whether you want to lose weight, take better care of your skin, develop an exercise routine, find balance with your nutrition, or improve your mental health, to name a few.
Welcome to the sixth edition of my monthly blog series: Pure Joy Wellness Approved!
Read MoreOf all the fat we store on our bodies, belly fat (also known as visceral fat) is by far the most dangerous. It surrounds a number of our vital organs within the abdominal cavity, including our liver, pancreas, and kidneys. Visceral fat is also classified as an “active fat,” meaning it has the ability to influence how hormones function within our body.
Read MoreIt’s no secret that I love to jump rope (and I can get very competitive about it!). Jumping rope was all I wanted to do as a child, and when I would play with my friends, we’d see who could jump the most times without skipping a beat. Today, it’s a consistent part of my daily workout routine—and I still find it just as fun!
Read MoreWhen I was debating which topic to cover in this week’s blog post, it hit me: It’s about time we talked about sleep!
Sleep is an underrated, incredibly important part of our well-being. It’s the third pillar of a healthy lifestyle (nutrition and exercise being the other two). We spend more than a third of our lives sleeping, and sleep plays a major role in both our physical and mental health. Studies show that 1 in 3 Americans don’t get enough sleep on a regular basis
Read MoreWhen it comes to skin health, what you put in your mouth is more important than what you put on your skin. This may be new news to some of you. “But isn’t skincare about skin care products? What does eating have to do with it?” The answer: Actually, a lot. Everything you eat becomes part of your inner AND outer being. Your skin is your largest organ, and everything going on inside your body (specifically in your gut) shows up on it.
Read MoreThe wellness industry is saturated with products. (It’s a multi-trillion dollar industry, afterall.) My goal with this series, Pure Joy Wellness Approved, is to help you cut through the noise, and give you insight into the items and brands that I use on a regular basis. Every month, I’ll be featuring a product I love that can make achieving your health goals easier—whether you want to lose weight, take better care of your skin, develop an exercise routine, find balance with your nutrition, or improve your mental health, to name a few.
Welcome to the fifth edition of my monthly blog series: Pure Joy Wellness Approved!
Read MoreThe dishes we tend to eat on the Fourth of July aren’t always the healthiest. Mac and cheese, mayo-filled salads, and other heavy dishes often find their way to the table, forcing our health and weight goals to take a backseat.
Fortunately, there are plenty of healthier, delicious dishes that are easy for you to make and won’t rob you of that indulgence feeling. Below are five of the best-tasting (and also festive!) recipes I could find that I highly recommend for this Fourth of July.
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