What Okinawan women can teach us about ageing well
I recently stumbled upon a Netflix show 'Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones', have you seen it?In it author Dan Buettner takes us on a journey around the…
How taking a different route to work can reduce dementia risk
Do you like routine and the certainty of doing things in a similar way every day?I know I have fallen into these, especially in the busier times of my life,…
Tight hamstrings?
Why do muscles seem to feel tighter from the age of 40?oestrogen directly affects the structure and function of bone, muscle, tendon and ligaments.hormonal changes of menopause, where there is…
Prunes: a super bone health boost for midlife wellness
Prunes are one of the superfoods in terms of mid life bone health (and core function – they help us prevent consipation, one of the saboteurs of optimal pelvic floor…
Noisy Joints: cause for concern or just part of getting older?
What a sun-drenched summer we've had this year here in the UK!All this vitamin D does wonders for our bone health, and on that subject, there was a really interesting…
Why Pilates is so good for perimenopause – and beyond!
Okay I know I'm biased, but even after almost 20 years of coaching women in Pilates, I'm still in awe of its many benefits, especially when it comes to midlife…
I don’t need to think about menopause until my 50s right?
Hmm, well....no...Health shifts commonly associated with menopause can be felt in the years leading up to this transition - in 'peri-menopause'.What is peri-menopause?Peri menopause describes the years leading up to…
Give your Midlife Wellness a Spring Clean!
We Spring Clean our houses around this time of year right, so why not give our wellness a little boost too?1. Do Some Life LaundryWhat can you cut out of…
It’s Valentine’s month – what better time to talk about chocolate!
Did you know that dark chocolate, 70% cocoa or over, has some great health benefits in peri-menopause and beyond when taken in moderation? Why is it so good? Cacao has…
5 Ways to Ease Achy Joints this Winter
Usually, at this time of year, my arthritic fingers and toes start to complain as the weather gets colder. However, I noticed this year that I was into November and…
Peri menopause and stress
Do you find yourself in overwhelm, trying to deal with the stresses of life whilst also going through hormonal shifts? It feels like the perfect storm: at a time in…
What are the best exercises for your mid life?
Did you know that the right kind of exercise can help reduce mood swings, trigger your metabolism to aid weight loss and boost your energy levels, sex drive, sleep, bone…