Vibrant Life

Step one for trying to address perimenopause/post menopause symptoms should not be to add, but consider taking some things away that are causing chaos and interference first!! 👈

We are so inflamed due to our standard American diet and lifestyle that our cells cannot get the nutrients in that they need, toxins cannot be released appropriately and communication to our hormones is just plain messed up!!

Need help figuring out how to reduce the toxin load in your life? Comment LIST for my own favs! 💫

I love a brand new month, especially as we get closer to a season changing.

It’s an opportunity to start fresh and reset.

Especially in perimenopause and post menopause - our hormones are changing. Our bodies are changing. Our priorities are changing.

I declare August about being…
Stronger.
More aware.
More intentional.
More connected to your body.

The moments no one sees count!

Actually… they may be the moments that matter most.

Happy August. 🤍

What are you choosing to work on this month—not for anyone else, but for YOU?

**SAVE THIS FOR THE DAY YOU DON’T FEEL LIKE YOURSELF. ❤️**

If you’re in perimenopause or menopause and lately you’ve found yourself thinking…

“Why don’t I feel like me?”

“I don’t recognize my body.”

“Why am I so emotional?”

“Why can’t I sleep?”

“Why does everything feel harder than it should?”

Please take a breath.

I met with a client today who was in tears because she feels like her body isn’t hers right now. Her emotions don’t feel like her. She can’t sleep. Nothing feels right.

And I know she is not alone.

If this is you, **please don’t add more guilt to your already-full plate.**

You don’t have to finish the list tonight.

You don’t have to force yourself to “get it together.”

You don’t have to punish your body because it isn’t responding the way it used to.

Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is **stop.**

Take a few slow breaths.

Let the list flow into tomorrow.

Put your legs up the wall.

Take your magnesium, GABA and L-theanine for some supplemental calm.

Take a warm bath.

Get into bed.

And remind yourself:

**My body is changing.
That doesn’t mean my body is broken.
I am not failing.
I am not losing myself.
I am learning how to support this version of me.**

Hormonal changes can affect SO much of how we feel—and you deserve support and answers, not shame. 💛

And if you’re walking through this season feeling confused, overwhelmed, or like you’re the only one struggling…

**You are not alone.**

Come join us inside **Vibrant Life Tribe**, my community for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. We talk about hormones, metabolism, muscle, nutrition, movement, sleep, and the things that actually matter in this season—without the overwhelm and conflicting “rules.”

💕 **Comment TRIBE or send me a message and I’ll send you the details.**

And save this post for the next hard day. You may need to hear it again.

Some days I wake up feeling energized... and some days I feel like life has already asked for more than I have to give.

Between work, workouts, running a business, caring for family, and everything else life throws at us, I know what it feels like to run on empty.

I’ve been trying **Nobona** recently, and what I’ve noticed most isn’t a jittery boost of energy—it’s how much more **clear, focused, and rejuvenated** I feel, especially on my most stressful, exhausting days. It helps me feel like *me* again.

I don’t take a lot of supplements, so when I find something that truly makes a difference, it’s worth sharing.

If you’re in perimenopause or post menopause and feeling mentally drained or like your brain is stuck in a fog, this might be one to look into!!

—->>> grab the link in my comments!

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Getting dizzy with all the different opinions and “rules” related to health and hormones specifically with perimenopause and post menopause??

Here’s my two cents on all of that! 💛

Comparison is one of the fastest ways to lose momentum.

It’s so easy to look around and wonder why someone else seems further ahead, stronger, leaner, or getting results faster.

But your journey isn’t happening in their body, their schedule, or their life. 👈

Keep your eyes on your next step.
The workout you do today.
The walk you take.
The protein you choose.
The bedtime you protect.
The promises you keep to yourself.

Those small, ordinary decisions compound into an extraordinary life!!

Don’t let someone else’s chapter distract you from writing your own. 💥

Focus forward. Your future self is waiting. 🤍

The healthiest women I know don’t spend 100% of their time trying to “be perfect.”

They enjoy time with family and friends.
They savor good food.
They unwind.
They prioritize recovery.

Then they intentionally reset for the week ahead.

My weekend routine almost always includes:
✨ A delicious meal
🍷 A little something I enjoy (yes, including wine!)
☀️ an adventure
💪 Movement
📝 Setting my goals for the week

Because success in perimenopause and menopause isn’t about all-or-nothing. It’s about creating habits that help you feel your best week after week.

Before Monday arrives, ask yourself:
• What is one nutrition goal?
• What is one movement goal?
• What is one way you’ll prioritize your rejuvenation this week?

🌟 Small, consistent actions create big transformations.

If you’re ready for accountability, workouts, nutrition guidance, and a community of women who are navigating this season together, come join us inside **Vibrant Life Tribe**.

Comment **TRIBE** below or send me a DM, and I’ll send you all the details. 💜

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One of the biggest myths I see women believe in perimenopause and postmenopause is this:

“If I’m gaining weight, I need to eat less.”

One of my postmenopausal clients came to me eating just **one meal a day**, and GAINING weight.

So we made a few simple but powerful changes:

✨ 3 balanced meals each day

✨ Prioritized 100+ grams of protein daily

✨ Added resistance training to build muscle

The result? She has lost **more than 30 pounds** over the past several months—and, more importantly, she’s stronger, more energized, and nourishing her body instead of depriving it.

👉 As our hormones change, our strategy needs to change too.

Muscle is one of your greatest allies for supporting a healthy metabolism as you age. 🙌🏻But your body needs the building blocks to create and maintain that muscle. That means eating enough high-quality protein, fueling consistently, and giving your muscles a reason to stay through strength training.

You can’t expect your body to build muscle, support your hormones, and maintain a healthy metabolism if it’s constantly wondering when its next meal is coming.

The goal isn’t to eat less.
The goal is to nourish your body so it can work *with* you instead of against you👏

Have you been told that eating less is the answer? I’d love to hear your experience in the comments. And if you’re ready to learn how to fuel your body for a stronger metabolism in perimenopause or postmenopause, follow along—I share practical tips to help women thrive through this season of life. 💪✨

One of the biggest mindset shifts I’ve made in perimenopause is realizing that my workouts aren’t about burning as many calories as possible anymore.

In my 20s, I chased sweat and exhaustion because I thought that meant I was getting results. 👀

Now? My goal is different.

I’m training to
🖤build and preserve muscle
🖤support my hormones
🖤strengthen my bones
🖤keep my metabolism revved

That’s why I love workouts like Soul Fusion that combine strength, balance, mobility, and flexibility. I leave feeling stronger—not depleted. ✨

Perimenopause isn’t a sign to work harder. It’s a sign to work smarter.

💞 Your body has different needs than it did 20 years ago.

I’d love to know—what’s your current fitness goal?
❤️ Building muscle
💪 Losing body fat
🦴 Getting stronger
⚡ Having more energy

Drop your answer in the comments, and if you’re navigating perimenopause or menopause, follow along! I’m sharing everything I’m learning on my journey to becoming my strongest self at 50.