Ground turkey vs ground beef – is one healthier than the other? When you compare ground turkey to ground beef, it is a matter of personal preference and reading the labels. Read on to learn more and don’t give up on that ground beef just yet! I can still remember standing in the meat department looking at the reportedly healthier choice – ground turkey. I had been buying ground beef for years and loved everything about red meat. But, I wanted to consider my heart health and fat intake. I wanted to be a better mom by feeding my kids…

Study after study supports the weight loss benefits of BCAAs for women, and anyone trying to lose weight and live healthily. If you’re one of the many women over 40 struggling, don’t give up yet, BCAAs could be the magic you’ve been waiting for. I really like the benefits of BCAA supplements and since making it part of my daily routine I have noticed some positive changes in how I feel. If you are a little afraid of supplements, no worries. I started out the same way. I thought all supplements were for the very big muscular crazy gym rats.…

If you are a person who suffers from chronic lower back pain or has recently suffered trauma to your spinal cord or back because of an accident, you will need to do some stretching and therapy to get back to the way you were, pre-trauma. Even sitting at a desk all day or being more sedentary can have a negative effect on your spine and back. Knowing the right way to care for, exercise, and stretch this area will help you to feel better and have more mobility. Exercises you should be doing to strengthen your spine This article will…

What comes to your mind when thinking about walking for weight loss? Do you procrastinate until it doesn’t happen? Or do you look forward to it and never miss a day? If you make excuses NOT to walk, it could be because you aren’t prepared with these 5 essential things you need on your walk.   After walking for exercise for a while now, I have learned these are the 5 things never to leave home without. I truly can’t wait to get out for my walks, and I want you to feel that same excitement! Walking for weight loss…

A Glider Workout for a Healthier You Need a seriously badass workout? Grab a glider or a hand towel and give this workout a try. Trust me, using the glider/towel will make you concentrate on your core stability and really helps to effectively utilize and work your muscles! This expert total body workout will help you get awesome results at home or wherever you want to workout! Your Glider Workout Glider Yoga ™ is the perfect blend of cardio and yoga that will keep your heart rate up, burn calories and tone your whole body. Glider Yoga ™ incorporates the balance and stability movements of yoga with the hard-hitting cardiovascular benefits of a glider workout.…

I often get asked how I used meal replacement shakes for weight loss after 40. It’s a fact weight loss after 40 can be very difficult for so many reasons. At age 42, I decided not to be a stereotypical middle-aged woman who was overweight and couldn’t keep up with grandchildren. In fact, I went the opposite way and rekindled a childhood sport of horseback riding! First, let me share with you that if I can do it, you can too! I was the ultimate sugar-holic with a side of carbs eating kind of girl. If it didn’t have sugar, grease…

Ever feel like your metabolism clocked out for an early retirement without telling you? You’re not alone.  After 40, it’s common to experience changes that make weight loss feel like pushing a boulder uphill.  But here’s the good news! With the right strategies, you can kickstart your metabolism and work towards sustainable weight loss.  Let’s dive into what’s really going on and how to make it better. This post may contain affiliate links, which helps keep this content free. Please read our disclosure for more info. What Happens to Your Metabolism After 40? First things first: your metabolism isn’t broken—it’s…

Is your weight gain due to a thyroid issue? Maybe you have been wondering this but dread the hours spent in a doctor’s office. There’s a more convenient way to get tested for thyroid malfunction and it’s available right in your home. Life is becoming more convenient with mobility, technology, and services being offered right in the comfort of our homes. Last week, my hairdresser came to my house to trim my hair. Prior to this trim, it had been over 6 months since my hair had been cut due to the inconvenience of travel and time for me to…

The smoothie trend has definitely proved that it is not just a passing fad! We all love a good smoothie recipe. Smoothies are a great way to get in those extra vitamins and minerals that we all need, and we can even get our kids to drink them! Swinging by a smoothie shop and grabbing a smoothie is easy and so is making them at home! Trust me, you can make a just as an amazing greens smoothie like the one you can get from Jamba Juice, and probably save a bit of money too. What is in the Amazing…

Recently, the idea of Intermittent Fasting vs reduced calories has become a hot topic for weight loss. While it has been around for a while – I have been doing it for a little over a year now – it has really been taking off lately. So, what is Intermittent Fasting and how can you use it for successful weight loss? IF has many health benefits including weight loss, balanced hormones, reduced glucose levels, and overall better health. Intermittent fasting is a way of life rather than a diet method. Will it work in your life? Chances are, you are…