How many times have you caught yourself saying “I’ll be happy when?” And how many times have you actually been genuinely happy? Happiness is not a result people! It’s an attitude that is a prerequisite for everything. Midlife lady, if you have had this attitude for most of your life [ no guilt here, I am recovering from this] you … Read More
Episode 99: Two Lies and a Truth
Midlife challenges are no joke. And we could have numerous conversations on the lies and truths of navigating healthier midlife. Today we are talking about two lies and one truth that can pivot your journey to living better. Remember the journey is life, the destination is what comes afterward. The Air Hug Community was created to make your journey better. … Read More
Episode 97: Your Diet May be Causing You to Retain Fat
Could your diet be making you hold onto fat? In some cases that’s exactly what could happen. In today’s episode we talk about a study that examines women with high cognitive dietary restraint in women with low cognitive dietary restraint. So what is cognitive dietary restraint? It is the perceived ongoing effort to limit dietary intake to maintain or manage … Read More
Episode 95: Eff Aging Gracefully
What is ‘aging gracefully’? I did a little Google search and came up with various definitions, but mostly it is an overused term that can be used to induce guilt and shame, especially in women. Forget what you’ve heard about aging gracefully. I’m asking you to explore a different attitude about aging and that attitude is JOY. In this episode, … Read More
Episode 94: Dark Secrets of Body Image in Midlife Women
Body Image issues are largely thought of a problem for adolescent girls and younger women. But studies now indicate that midlife women and women over 50 are just as likely to struggle with body image and disordered eating. If these women are going to get the assistance they need, the health care and fitness communities need to be aware that … Read More
Episode 92: Ten Non Diet/Non Exercise Tips for Getting Leaner
You know it’s a fact that exercise alone does not work for getting leaner. And we also know that dieting alone may help you lose weight but it may turn you into a skinny flabby person. There’s a better way around this, and I am not suggesting that you skip exercise or stop eating healthy. You’re going to want to … Read More
Episode 91: Better Sex and 11 Other Reasons to be Consistent at This
In my 20s I worked out to have a better body. In my 30s I worked out to de-stress and have a better body after delivering children. In my 40s I worked out to have stronger bones. In my 50s I worked out because I could. In my 60s I work out because I want to improve my power, strength, … Read More
Episode 90: What You Need to Know About Glimmers
What is a glimmer? Think of it as the opposite of a trigger. Where a trigger sets off negative emotions, a glimmer sets off a joyful emotion. The theory supporting glimmers is associated with polyvagal theory. We are wired biologically wired to experience intense emotions both negative and positive. The negative ones protect us from danger but also are related … Read More
Episode 88: OMG! Don’t Be An Active Couch Potato
Have you heard of the term Active Couch Potato? It’s real, and not something you want to be. The name reminds me of being called half-wit, which a nasty substitute teacher once called me for talking too much in her class. Can you imagine? I am still pissed about her comment. Q: What exactly is an Active Couch Potato? A: … Read More
Episode 87: Everyone Loves a Challenge, but do they Actually Work?
Challenges at first glance might look like a great way to get motivated to achieve a goal or lose weight. But in truth, they rarely produce lasting results and often contribute to bad habits. In this episode, we episode discuss why challenges often backfire and what you can do instead to stay on your desired path. Everyone struggles with motivation … Read More