Beginner Strength Training Plan for Women Over 35 (A Step-by-Step Guide That Actually Works)
Hi friends! If you’ve been thinking about starting strength training but have no idea where to begin – this one’s for youuuuuu. Maybe you’ve been mostly a cardio girl (hi,…
Read More »5.15 Friday Faves
Hiiii! Happy Friday! How are you?? I hope that you’ve had a wonderful week. There’s been a lot going on around here! We had three weeks of travel – Las…
Read More »Building Muscle on the Mediterranean Diet: Protein, Performance, and Recovery
When you think of the Mediterranean diet, you probably associate it with heart health, blood sugar control, or even improvement in your blood lipids (1). But there’s another benefit that…
Read More »Stop Overlooking This Vitamin When It Comes To Muscle Health
Low levels of this nutrient could affect far more than bone health. Original source: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/why-this-vitamin-is-important-for-muscle-health-and-strength
Read More »Pool Party Foods Under 250 Calories
Everyone loves great pool party foods. And it’s that time of year again. Pool party snack ideas have taken over your social media feeds. It’s good inspiration to plan a…
Read More »Some Sunny Rides
We’ve had better luck with sunshine the past several days, with some gloomy mornings mixed in. On Tuesday my group did our “Taco Tuesday ride” out and back to Metcalf…
Read More »Danger Coffee Review: Is It Worth the Hype? My Honest Take
Sharing my full review of Danger Coffee. If you’d like to try it, you can get 10% off your purchases here with the code FITNESSISTA. Updated May 2026. Hi friends!…
Read More »How to Meal Prep for a Week on a Budget (With a Full Plan + Grocery List)
Hi friends! This post contains some affiliate links – I only share things I actually use and love. Hi friends! Can we talk about grocery prices for a second? Because…
Read More »Reprogram Your Gut Microbiome For Better Health With These Carbs
Plus, why one-size-fits-all diets don’t work Original source: https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/these-kinds-of-carbs-rewire-your-gut-bacterias-immune-response-limit-sugary-drinks
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