It’s a familiar and frustrating story for so many of us midlife moms. One day, you look in the mirror and notice that your body is changing in ways you don’t recognize. The scale is creeping up, the weight is settling around your middle like a tire, and despite all your best efforts—eating salads, tracking […]
You’ve probably noticed that something about your body has changed now that you’re over 40. The old rules for staying healthy and in shape just don’t seem to work anymore. Maybe you’re tracking calories, hitting the gym, and eating what you think is a healthy diet…but the scale isn’t budging. You’re tired, your clothes are […]
Do you dread making dinner? Can’t come up with healthy options that your family will eat, too? Stuck eating more than your fair share of takeout? With all of the recommendations out there for midlife moms (more fiber! more protein! eat healthy, and get more sleep!), its not surprising that you’re overwhelmed with info. And […]
Juggling perimenopause, family, and weight loss goals can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like “healthy” and “anti-inflammatory” food means “no fun.” It’s absolutely possible, but it helps when you have a few boundaries or guardrails in place. In this episode, we’re doing things a little differently and getting deep into our feelings. I’m sharing […]
You hear it everywhere these days: building muscle is an absolute MUST for women in midlife. As a midlife woman, who is also recovering from breast cancer, I’ve been taking a deep dive into my own health. What I’ve learned about muscle is truly staggering. The statistics on bone fractures and falls for older women […]
I know what you’re thinking when you see this episode title: is sugar really that bad, and can it impact inflammation? Maybe you’re like me a few years ago, telling yourself, “I eat pretty clean, I don’t really have that much sugar.” (But, you’re still struggling to lose weight, even though you think your nutrition […]
What if I told you September is actually the best time of year to lean into your health, wellness, and fitness goals? Seriously. We’re talking about a season that’s naturally more structured, predictable, and calm. This is your chance to ride the “back-to-school effect” and actually get goals accomplished! In this episode, we’re going to […]
Feel like you’re lacking “motivation” or “discipline” to build healthy habits? What if you could build habits that stick without either of those things? This week, Ashley shares three unconventional tips for building healthy habits, from her 10+ years of experience, that will help you finally create lasting change. Get ready to challenge everything you […]
Juggling perimenopause, family, and weight loss goals can feel overwhelming, especially when it seems like “healthy” and “anti-inflammatory” food means “no fun.” In this episode of The Family Fork, we’re tackling a common struggle: how to love the food you eat, even while navigating perimenopause, raising a family, and working towards your health and weight […]
