Is It Harder to Lose Weight as You Get Older?
I lost around four to five stone about a decade ago, with most of that weight coming off in my late thirties and early forties.
Menopause & Ageing
Healthy Life Expectancy Is Falling in the UK. Why We Should Be Talking More About Strength Training, Obesity and Ageing
A new report from the Health Foundation made for uncomfortable reading this week. It found healthy life expectancy in the UK has fallen by around two years
What Is Sarcopenic Obesity And Why Losing Weight Isn’t Always Enough
Sarcopenic obesity is when low muscle mass and higher body fat exist at the same time. It is far more common than people realise, especially
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Weightlifting Over 50: Stop Only Lifting Light and Start Training Properly
Since the start of the year, I’ve seen a lot of posts doing the rounds again saying that once you’re over 50, you should only
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Surgical Menopause, Weight Gain, Energy and Fitness
Surgical menopause can hit really hard. Even when someone is well prepared for the surgery itself, the changes that follow can come as a shock.
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Understanding the Testosterone-Muscle-Weight Loss Connection: A Guide for Ageing Men
Testosterone is something that seems to come up more often in conversations now with male weight loss coach and online personal training clients than it
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What is VO2 Max, How Can It Help Your Running and Cycling, and Why It’s Vital for Longevity?
VO2 max is one of those terms you might have heard bandied about in conversations around fitness training or sports performance coaching, especially if you’re
How to Sleep Better
Can you really improve your sleep, or is it just something that happens?Yes, you absolutely can improve your sleep. Better sleep is not just about
How to Gain Muscle and Lose Fat in Your 40s and 50s
If you’re in your 40s or 50s (or older!) and want to build muscle, lose body fat, and feel stronger, it’s not too late –
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Menopause and Mental Health: How Fitness and Nutrition Can Support You
Menopause isn’t just about hot flushes and hormonal changes – it can have a big impact on your mental health too. Many women experience mood
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The Longevity Principles of Dr Peter Attia’s Outlive
I have been listening to a very interesting book by Dr Peter Attia: Outlive. I have also been listening to a lot of podcasts where
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How to Stay Active and Energised During Menopause
Menopause can feel like a whirlwind of changes – from sudden hot flushes to mood swings that catch you off guard, not to mention fatigue,
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The Role of Insulin Resistance in Weight Gain
This article is not intended to provide medical advice. If you have, or suspect you have, any medical conditions, always seek assistance from a qualified
Getting Jiggy with Fitness in Your Golden Years!
Ah, the golden years! A time when you’ve earned the right to kick back, wear whatever you please, and say cheeky things and get away
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Metabolism. What is it and can it be fast or slow?
Metabolism is a term that refers to all the chemical reactions in your body that keep your body alive and functioning. However, when most people
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The Link Between Muscle and Longevity
As we age, maintaining muscle mass and strength becomes increasingly important, not just for mobility and independence, but also as a significant predictor of overall
Creatine for Women During Perimenopause and Postmenopause: A Potential Ally
Perimenopause and postmenopause often bring changes like muscle loss, reduced bone density, brain fog, mood swings, weight gain, and a slower metabolism – all of
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The Mystery of Menopause Weight Gain and How to Keep It at Bay
Quite often I hear postmenopausal clients say to me that they just don’t understand why they have put on weight. I hate saying anything bad
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Debunking the Myth: Does Metabolism Really Slow Down with Age?
One of the most widely accepted beliefs about ageing is the inevitable decline of our metabolism. “It’s harder to stay slim as I get older
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Metabolism and Ageing: What Happens and Why?
We’ve all heard it before – the lament of how much easier it was to stay fit or lose weight in our younger years. “It’s