I've been told you're getting too thin... I'm worried you're going to get frail.
Quite the opposite... I am thin but I am strong, and I am going to get stronger.
My husband and I both lost a significant amount of unneeded weight simply by eliminating or minimizing our refined sugar, ultra processed foods and alcohol. Our focus is on clean, whole foods. But we will be the first to admit... we also enjoy life's pleasures. You will see us occasionally with pizza and a glass of wine. Or a night out with friends and we indulge at a restaurant. We believe in moderation and socialization and the benefits that both bring. Your mental health is as important as your physical health. And they are both connected - don't let anyone tell you they are not.
We also prioritized movement in our lives. We both exercise every day. We support each other in this and allow each other to make time for it at the times that are best for us individually. At the minimum, we take walks every day but at least 3-4 days a week we do strength training and mix in higher impact cardio. We are also our both nature lovers and love outdoor activity, we hike, bike, play pickleball, kayak.
You may be thinking this is a lot. I am so busy, I don't have time for all that. But you would be surprised how much time you have when something is important to you. We chose to let these positive influences on our life, "crowd out" the more sedentary aspects of our life.
Why do we do this? To be stronger. To live a longer life with a healthspan that makes life worth living. We want to be here for each other and for our families.
What is the different between healthspan and lifespan? Your lifespan is the total number of years you will live. Your healthspan is the years you will live without chronic disease or disability. Many people live into old age but spend the last 10-20 years of their life on the decline.
Improving healthspan involves:
• Nutrition
• Strength and mobility
• Sleep quality
• Stress reduction
• Social connection
When you make health a priority, it is not a stress. It is fun. And if you have someone to partner with on this journey, it's even better. Studies show if you have a health partner, you are 95% more likely to be successful. Zen210 Wellness can be that partner for you!
At Zen210 Wellness we support you through things like:
• Regular movement: Movement, especially strength training, helps prevent age-related muscle loss. Maintaining lean muscle mass is critical for mobility as you get older. There are plenty of studies out there that show physically active adults live longer, better quality lives.
• Improved nutrition by reducing ultra-processed foods: Ultra-processed foods trigger chronic inflammation. Inflammation accelerates aging and increases your risk for heart disease, cancer and dementia.
• Support you in building social networks: Adults with strong social networks have better cognitive function and less depression and anxiety as they age. Social isolation can be as big of a health risk as obesity and smoking.
• Managing stress and a busy lifestyle: Chronic stress impacts your immune system, sleep, hormones, and overall well-being. We help you create sustainable routines that fit your life — not add more to your to-do list.
• Supporting hormonal shifts at all stages of life: Whether it's perimenopause, menopause, or other major life changes. Hormonal shifts, especially during perimenopause and menopause, can impact dozens of functions in the body, including metabolism, mood, sleep, bone density, and brain health.
Are you ready to be strong and independent, to thrive, not just survive, but you need that partner to help you figure out how to get started and tackle this?
I am passionate about helping others and can't wait to get you on the road to the healthiest, happiest life you can possibly lead!
