Dr. Laura Reimer | Built for Real Life Strength
Helping women 35+ build strength, confidence, energy, and sustainable healthy habits. Vancouver Island, BC.
Fitness, nutrition, healthy aging, and menopause coaching.
09/08/2026
Early morning cocktail
When your gym buddy is set on 6am training sessions but your sleep schedule is still in summer mode…
Everything was grand once I got rolling
Are you an early morning, midday or night trainer?
09/07/2026
Strength training is one of the MOST important things you can do for your body.
Here are 5 benefits, according to the American Cancer Society.
Increased Muscle Mass: Muscle mass naturally decreases with age, but strength training can help reverse that trend.
Stronger Bones: strength training increases bone density and reduces the risk of fractures.
Joint Flexibility: strength training helps joints stay flexible and can reduce the symptoms of arthritis.
Weght control: as you gain muscle, your body begins to burn calories more easily, making it easier to control your weight.
Balance: strengthening exercises can increase flexibility and balance as people age, reducing falls and injuries.
BONUS BENEFIT: You look bad-a** when lifting 😉
09/04/2026
We’re constantly told that getting older means getting weaker, slower, less capable and more limited.
And sure, our bodies change with age. But ageing doesn’t mean surrendering your strength.
In fact, your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond can be some of the most physically capable years of your life when you train with intention, fuel your body well and stop treating your age like a limitation.
Read more on my Substack- Link to article is in my bio
09/02/2026
New class in a new space! Bootcamp 101 is your invitation to find the joy in movement without the intimidation.
This class is about building a positive relationship with movement, feeling stronger and discovering what your body is capable of.
Come ready to move, sweat a little and leave feeling stronger than when you walked in.
Wednesdays, 9:30am EMBER Studios Duncan
09/02/2026
Aging is inevitable but falls don’t have to be! Back by popular demand- Strong for Life: Fall Prevention Workshop
As seen in the latest TAKE 5: Dr Laura Reimer - Built for Real Life Strength Learn more about TAKE 5 Newsmagazine here: https://take5.ca/advertise-contact/
FIBRE: it’s not just about keeping you regular.
We often think of dietary fibre as the thing that helps us “go”, and yes, adequate fibre is important for healthy bowel movements and preventing constipation.
But fibre does so much more.
Fibre is also food for the trillions of microbes living in your gut. Certain types of fibre are fermented by your gut bacteria, producing beneficial compounds that support the health of your gut and your body more broadly.
A higher-fibre diet is also associated with lower levels of inflammation and a reduced risk of several chronic diseases. And importantly, higher fibre intake is associated with a lower risk of colorectal cancer ( although evidence suggests the link is not as strong as we thought).
So how do you get more?
Try these two simple swaps:
1. ADD BERRIES + SEEDS
Throw berries, chia seeds or ground flax into your morning yogurt, oatmeal or smoothie. Easy fibre boost, plus plenty of other nutrients.
2. MAKE ONE MEAL A DAY MORE PLANT-HEAVY
Add a handful of beans or lentils to soup, chili, pasta or a salad. Or simply add an extra serving of vegetables to your plate.
And remember: if you’re increasing your fibre intake, increase it gradually and drink enough fluids. Your gut may need a little time to adjust.
Fibre isn’t glamorous. It doesn’t have a trendy marketing campaign. But your gut bacteria are big fans.
And your future self might be too. 😊
08/30/2026
WHAT?!?!?!?!!!!
🔥76kg PB ( thank you fractional plates!)
🔥Tie breaker lift off and I WON it ( sorry to my meet bestie Trish!)
🔥An incredible afternoon with friends
You never know what to expect when you put yourself out there
Now time for a near beer and slice of pie followed by slothing for the weekend 💜
Thanks True North Sportswear and all my powerlifting friends for a great time today 💜
08/29/2026
YOLO!!! I signed up for this charity Benchpress comp at the very last minute ( as in yesterday!); but how could I say no to a fun Saturday lifting with friends and the chance to help animals?!
I am completely unprepared but excited nonetheless!
If you are in Nanaimo this afternoon stop by Wolf Brewing Company for food, music, and heavy lifting!
08/28/2026
This interactive workshop is designed for women who want to build a healthier relationship with food without dieting, guilt, or perfection.
Whether to u’re just starting your health journey or looking to refresh your nutrition knowledge with evidence based information, you’ll leave with practical tools you can actually use.
Link to register is in my Bio or go to www.drlaurareimer.com/events to register.
08/27/2026
I tell my clients all the time: you don’t necessarily need to find more time for movement. You need to build movement into your day.
But through midlife and beyond, I think we need to take that idea one step further.
Not all movement sends the same message to your body.
Your cardiovascular system needs to be challenged.
Your muscles need to produce force.
Your bones need loading.
Your balance and coordination need practice.
Your brain needs new movement challenges.
This becomes increasingly important as we age because we want to preserve the strength, bone health, cardiovascular capacity, balance and physical independence that allow us to keep doing the things we love.
I wrote more about this in my latest Substack: link is in my bio.