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Why Traditional Cardio Isn’t Working Anymore

Let’s just say it: what used to work doesn’t anymore.

If you’ve been logging miles on the elliptical, sweating it out with daily high-intensity workouts, or pushing through long cardio sessions hoping to burn off that menopause belly, I see you. I’ve been there too. And the truth is—especially in midlife—more cardio is not better.

In fact, for many women over 40, too much of the wrong kind of cardio can actually work against you.

As a Trim Healthy Mama coach, menopause fitness specialist, and personal trainer in my own midlife season, I’ve had to completely rethink how I move my body—and I’ve coached hundreds of other women through that same shift.

Let’s break down what you really need to know about cardio in your 40s, 50s, and beyond, so you can work smarter (not harder), protect your metabolism, and finally feel strong in your skin again.

The Hormonal Shift That Changes Everything

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The Whole Body Vibration Plate – A Game-Changer for Women in Midlife

Struggling with stubborn weight, achy joints, or trying to find the energy to stay on track with your health goals during menopause? If that sounds like you, let me introduce you to one of my absolute favorite tools: the whole-body vibration plate.

Now, I’ll be the first to admit—I don’t jump on fitness fads. But after diving into the science and trying it myself, I’m here to tell you this tool is a game-changer for women in midlife. Whether you’re navigating hormone changes, recovering from an injury, or looking for a way to boost your results, the vibration plate might just be your new best friend.

Let’s talk about why this tool is so valuable and how it can fit into your midlife health journey.

What Is a Whole Body Vibration Plate?

At its core, a whole-body vibration plate is a platform that sends gentle vibrations thr...

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Midlife can feel like a rollercoaster, especially when your hormones seem to have a mind of their own, your body isn’t responding to old routines, and stress levels are through the roof. 

But here's the thing—you can thrive in this season of life! 

It takes smart movement, mindful eating, and the right support system to get you there. 

I’ve been where you are, and through years of trial and error, I’ve discovered what works for me and the women I coach. 

So, let’s dive into how you can thrive, starting with movement, nutrition, and managing those hormone changes you’re dealing with in midlife.

The Non-Negotiables: Movement in Midlife

Staying active is essential for overall health, especially...

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We're going to explore the science behind the best and worst types of cardio for us in midlife and beyond. Understanding the right kind of cardio is so important for maintaining our health and fitness, especially as we navigate the changes that come with menopause. So, let’s dive in!

The Role of Hormones in Midlife Fitness

As we hit menopause, our hormones, especially estrogen and testosterone, start to decline. Estrogen is amazing – it helps us build muscle, gives us energy, regulates glucose, aids insulin sensitivity, boosts metabolism, and protects our heart, breasts, and brain. Testosterone also plays a key role but is less prominent in women.

When these hormones drop, we face challenges in muscle building, energy levels, and metabolism. That’s why it’s crucial to tweak our exercise routines during midlife. With estrogen no longer providing its benefits, exercise becomes the stimulus we need to keep our bones strong, regulate insulin, burn fa...

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Are you really struggling with your weight and energy levels? If so, I wanted to talk a little bit about this phenomenon called exercise intolerance. 

Normally I encourage women to get moving and to do the needle moving exercises like strength training with a bit of HIIT (high-intensity) as well as Sprint interval training plus everyday movement. But sometimes I will talk to a client who is describing that they are exhausted they feel terrible after their workout. They can't just work through it and just get through the workout. This is something that can happen in midlife for different reasons and it's called exercise intolerance.

There can be many reasons for exercise intolerance, but don't hear me wrong, I'm not saying that you're intolerant to exercise because maybe you don't like it. That’s an excuse, but I'm talking about actual physical things that are going on in your body that are p...

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I'm going to discuss the importance of building muscle as we age and its relationship to fat loss, overall metabolic health, and longevity.

I've been a personal trainer for over 30 years, and back in the day, there wasn't much emphasis on women and building muscle. There were guidelines, but it wasn't until I became certified as a menopause fitness specialist and discovered the newer science for women in midlife and beyond that I understood how important, if not the most important, things we can be doing.

Importance of Muscle Building

What I'm learning about muscle is that it is our longevity organ. When we start focusing on building muscle rather than losing weight, fat loss will happen.

Notice I'm not saying weight loss because we lose part muscle and part fat when we lose weight. Diets that are quick fixes or calorie deficit cause massive muscle loss touted as weight loss, and that, my friend, for women in midlif...

Let’s talk about SIT training. 

Have you heard of this?

No, it’s not sitting in a chair.

SIT is Sprint Interval Training.

The studies about SIT say that it is very important for women in perimenopause & menopause to perform.

Why do you need to include Sprint Interval Training?

 #1 - It turns up your body’s ability to burn fat

#2 - Helps with insulin sensitivity and Insulin resistance

#3 - Gets you using more oxygen, burning more calories and burning more fat

The key to SIT is the high-intensity SHORT interval plus recovery.

Your sprint could be on a bike, on a treadmill, in the water, or up a hill. You sprint really hard, get breathless for 8-30 seconds, and then recover for as long as you need to.

A big benefit of SIT will be the improvement of your body composition. It increases lean muscle mass and reduces fat mass in a relatively short period of time. 

SIT helps burn belly fat and stops your body from storing fat. SIT training strengthens & increase...

It’s Christmas in July around here and I have a gift for you - The gift of Fitness!

I’ve got a super streamlined fitness challenge all ready for you and it starts today.

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Each workout is designed specifically for the over 40 woman and I planned out which workout you should do each day to see the best results.

Imagine no longer feeling like you can't find time to exercise.

I'll show how easy it is to add bursts of movement into your day that will make your body feel the difference.

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