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What Does Lifting Heavier Weights Mean During Perimenopause?
If you’ve been diving into strength training for perimenopause, you’ve likely heard the phrase “lift heavy sh t.”* But what does lifting...


Somatic Awareness & Strength: Moving with Intention
Yoga gifted me the profound knowledge of calming the endless chattering mind— chitti vritti nirodha , the stilling of mental...


Why Modern Life is Making Women Unwell (and How to Fix It)
Modern life has brought us countless conveniences—technology, efficiency, and productivity—but at a cost we rarely stop to question....


Yin Yoga for Hormonal Balance: The Power of Pause
In the whirlwind of daily life, how often do you truly pause? Not to check your phone or your to-do list, but to simply be? For women...


Why Use Herbs for Women's Hormonal Health 🌿
Hormonal health is the cornerstone of women’s well-being, affecting everything from energy levels to mood, sleep, and overall vitality....


Holistic Heart Health in Perimenopause
Navigating perimenopause can feel like entering uncharted territory, with unexpected symptoms affecting both your physical and emotional...


Healthy Habits During Perimenopause
Navigating the changes that come with perimenopause can feel overwhelming, but the good news is that adopting healthy habits during...


Perimenopause Symptoms: Understanding the 150 Ways Your Body Speaks and How to Navigate Them
Perimenopause—the transitional phase before menopause—is an incredibly transformative time in a woman’s life. It brings with it a cascade...


Best minerals to use during Perimenopause
Perimenopause, the transitional phase leading up to menopause, brings a variety of hormonal changes that can affect your physical and...


Maintaining Bone Health During Perimenopause
As we enter perimenopause, changes in hormone levels can bring about shifts in various aspects of our health—one of the most significant...


What happens to your hormones during perimenopause?
Perimenopause and menopause mark significant transitions in a woman's life, accompanied by shifts in hormones that can lead to both...


Osteoporosis Prevention Perimenopause: Why Progressive Resistance Training Is Essential
Did you know that one of the most significant changes during perimenopause is the loss of muscle and bone strength? As estrogen levels...


Fasting in Perimenopause: A Deeper Look at Its Impact on Women's Health
In traditional yoga culture, fasting before practice is often considered a way to purify the body and achieve spiritual clarity. However,...


Best Workouts for Women in Perimenopause: Strength vs. Low Impact
Navigating Exercise in Perimenopause: The Balance Between Strength and Low-Impact Workouts As women transition into perimenopause,...


Fermented Foods for Perimenopause: How Gut Health Supports Hormonal Balance
Perimenopause is a crucial phase in a woman’s life, marked by significant hormonal changes. These shifts can affect various systems in...


The Healing Power of Surfing Benefits for Women: Reflections on Last Week’s Retreat
Discover the powerful physical and mental health benefits of surfing for women especially during perimenopause. Dive in for relief.


Surfing for Women: The Perfect Blend of Therapy, Meditation, and Fitness
Surfing for Women's Health Surfing isn’t just a sport; it’s a powerful, holistic practice that offers immense benefits for women’s...


Practice Somatic Strength training
As women approach their 40s, our bodies begin to undergo significant hormonal changes, often starting as early as age 35 with the onset...


Embracing Perimenopause: A Holistic Approach to Women’s Health
As I turn 45 at the end of August, I find myself standing on the threshold of perimenopause. This phase, often marked by fluctuating...


Rediscovering the Power of connection in a Yoga Community
From a young age, I was always searching for my tribe. I often felt a bit lost and struggled to fully connect with the people around me....
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