Know Thyself
Achieving true health and wellbeing is a complex, personal process. All women should be aware of the best ways to improve their health based on heritage, DNA, and cultural upbringing.
It’s never just one type of diet, a certain supplement or trendy exercise routine. No miracle solution is going to pop up in your social media feed. The genuine, fact-based research is out there for those willing to seek it out. It sounds daunting, but we can help. And you’re worth it!
The primary elements to better understand your health and our American health system are:
- Forming a Habit
- Health Advocacy – for YOURSELF
- Research Studies Guide Doctors’ Decisions
- Motivation, Goals and Balance
- Nutrition
- Exercise
- Spirituality
Did you know?
Women are underrepresented in medical studies.
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has been conducting medical studies since 1887. But it wasn’t until 1993 that the FDA officially mandated including women in research (reversing its 1977 guidance).
We all lose muscle mass.
We all start to lose muscle mass as we age(Sarcopenia). Beginning in your 30s and 40s, you gradually begin to lose muscle mass, and that loss accelerates in your 60s to 80s.
Age isn’t the only culprit.
Other factors also contribute to sarcopenia. Physical inactivity, lack of weight management (Obesity avoidance), reduction in hormone levels, malnutrition, and inadequate protein intake all lead to muscle mass loss. The good news is that most of these factors can be addressed or avoided.
Community is key to developing health and wellness.
NIH shared that developing and participating in Community activities is key to developing health and wellness. Despite this knowledge, challenges remain. That’s why one of our goals is to develop community as we build and repair our bodies.
Check out our Events page as we create activities and space to fit the needs of nearly everyone.
Fitness Course Coming Soon!
We are developing a free health and wellness course tailored to women age 45 and older. Check back here or use the Contact Me form to request an update when the course is launched.
