By the time we reach our 40s and 50s, many of us feel like the rules around food suddenly change. Clients often tell me, “I eat less than I used to but still gain weight,” or “Nothing seems to work anymore.” Add in fad diets, social media trends, and conflicting advice, and it’s no wonder nutrition feels confusing at this stage of life. My goal is to help you build simple, sustainable habits and no extremes are required.
As I’m finally getting over this horrible flu that’s doing the rounds, I’m finally sharing with you one of my client’s stories.
I’ve worked with many clients returning from injury or preparing their bodies for the long game of life. Darren’s journey stands out because it perfectly captures what training for longevity really means adapting, rebuilding, and continually setting meaningful goals while respecting the body’s history.
As a personal trainer and a woman, I know firsthand how hormones shape not just how we feel, but how we perform, recover, and adapt to exercise—especially running. Our hormones are like the silent directors behind the scenes, influencing everything from energy levels to muscle recovery and fat metabolism.
As we approach perimenopause and menopause, those hormonal shifts can feel like a seismic change in how our body responds to the same workouts we used to breeze through.