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calderkristina
Mar 86 min read
Women and Burnout: The Unique Challenges Faced by Immigrant Women
Women are more susceptible to burnout Burnout is something many women face - the relentless pressure of balancing work, family, and...
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calderkristina
Jan 283 min read
How to Overcome the “All-or-Nothing” Mindset in Health and Fitness
Restrictive diets are often unsustainable Many of us have experienced this frustrating cycle: months of eating clean, exercising...
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calderkristina
Jan 163 min read
Creatine for Women: Beyond Muscle Growth
Creatine is a game-changer for women at all stages of life
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calderkristina
Dec 2, 20243 min read
Save Your Skeleton: Building a Strong Foundation Through Menopause and Beyond
The stats are clear: women lose up to 20% of their spinal bone mass during menopause , and by age 50, up to 50% of women have low bone...
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calderkristina
Aug 26, 20243 min read
Perimenopause and Isolation: Breaking the Silence
Perimenopause is a natural stage of life that every woman will experience, yet it often feels anything but natural when you’re in the...
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calderkristina
Aug 5, 20243 min read
Lose Body Fat and Gain Muscle in Perimenopause
Understanding Menopause and Perimenopause The average age of menopause is 51, with a typical range between 45 and 58. Menopause is...
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calderkristina
Jun 5, 20244 min read
Navigating Perimenopause: Overcoming Overwhelm in the Midst of Life's Demands
Lately, I've found a common thread running through my conversations with friends, whether we're golfing, enjoying a getaway in Prince...
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calderkristina
May 24, 20245 min read
Understanding the Mental Health Impact of Menopause
Menopause is often associated with well-known physical symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats. Some of the other not as "well-known"...
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calderkristina
Apr 12, 20243 min read
Understanding Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction: Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) encompasses a spectrum of changes in the lower urinary tract and external...
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calderkristina
Apr 5, 20244 min read
How Can Holistic Approaches Help Navigate High Cortisol and Perimenopause for Balance?
Perimenopause is a natural phase of life that marks the transition to menopause, accompanied by hormonal fluctuations that can impact...
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calderkristina
Apr 4, 20242 min read
The Untold Power of Muscle Over the Scale: A Perimenopausal Paradigm Shift
As we navigate the intricate journey of perimenopause, our bodies undergo profound transformations that beckon us to reassess our health...
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calderkristina
Mar 27, 20244 min read
Understanding the Impact of Magnesium on Perimenopause Symptoms
As women approach the transitional phase of menopause, commonly known as perimenopause, they often face a myriad of physical and...
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calderkristina
Jan 29, 20244 min read
Prioritizing Women's Health Beyond the Scale
In a world that often fixates on numbers, especially the one glaring at us from the bathroom floor – the scale, it's time to redefine our...
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calderkristina
Nov 4, 20233 min read
Rethinking Women's Health with DEXA and Body Scans for body composition measures
Me getting a DEXA scan at Benchmark Proactive Health Our annual doctor's appointments often begin with a familiar ritual – stepping onto...
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calderkristina
Oct 26, 20233 min read
Strength Matters: How Hormones and Perimenopause Impact Muscle Loss in Women
perimenopausal woman lifting heavy weights to help fight against muscle loss and weight gain with age
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calderkristina
Oct 18, 20232 min read
Embracing Perimenopause: A Celebration of Change and Self-Discovery
As women, we experience a multitude of transformative phases in our lives, and one of these remarkable periods is perimenopause. This...
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calderkristina
Oct 10, 20233 min read
Fueling Your Fitness: Why Women Should Never Skip Pre-Workout Nutrition
Perimenopause is the transitional phase leading up to menopause, characterized by changes in menstrual cycle patterns and hormone levels,...
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calderkristina
Sep 18, 20233 min read
Navigating Perimenopause: Should You Consider Hormone Testing?
The journey through perimenopause is marked by significant hormonal shifts that can bring about various physical and emotional changes....
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calderkristina
Sep 14, 20234 min read
Cultivating a Growth Mindset for Performance: A Guide for Success at Home and Work
In today's fast-paced world, personal growth and performance are essential for achieving success both at home and in the workplace. One...
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calderkristina
Sep 11, 20234 min read
Rucking: The Ultimate Fitness Activity for Everyone
In the world of fitness, there's a vast array of exercise options to choose from, each promising various benefits. One activity that...
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