You know those midlife moments when you look around your life and think, “How did I get here? And is this really it?” For me, one of those moments happened in the kitchen of the home I thought I’d grow old in. I’d just unloaded the dishwasher. I was standing in a space I’d decorated […]
What Happened: The Biopsy That Changed Everything Two months ago, I went in for a routine mammogram in Texas. Ya know, trusting the US Healthcare System. Just being proactive, responsible, doing all the “right” things for my health. A few days later, I got an email. Not a call. Just a cold notification: “You need […]
Meet TJ — A Midlife Doctor Seeking Strength TJ isn’t your average client. She’s a chronic pain and addiction doctor, certified in yoga, acupuncture, and health coaching and she lives full‑time in a van. By age 50, menopause hit with weight gain and reduced energy. She understood health science, but couldn’t stick to a plan. […]
Letting Go Is Strength Training for the Soul I recently flew back to Texas—a place that holds decades of memories, race medals, worn-in training gear, and chapters of who I used to be. But this time, I wasn’t there for a race, a speaking gig, or even a coaching event.I was there to let go. […]
Menopause is a Transition, Not a Slowdown Menopause is a time of change—physically, emotionally, and hormonally. Many women experience symptoms like weight gain, muscle loss, and decreased energy, leaving them feeling like their body is working against them. But what if you could take back control? Strength training is one of the most powerful tools […]
Menopause and perimenopause are significant transitions in a woman’s life, yet they are often misunderstood, overlooked, or even feared. The truth? This phase is not an ending—it’s a transformation. As a woman who has lived through the intensity of endurance sports, pushed my body to its limits, and now shifted my focus to strength training, […]
