Work It With Jess

Perimenopause is the PERFECT time to start lifting! Scientific evidence is telling us one of the best ways to support our hormones, bones, body, and mental health is by lifting weights. So many women don’t know where to start or what to do, so that’s why I’m here!

I’m currently working on a new Perimenopause Program that takes clients from workout basics to confidently lifting heavy in 6 months - no previous experience required!

Check out this Week 1 Workout which takes about 35-40 minutes, and give it a try! There will be two programs - one for gym workouts and one for at home workouts. Let me know your thoughts when you finish!! ✨

This is a reminder that we can do hard things. Six years ago my husband and I decided due to our current circumstances, he would do his masters degree first and I’d go back for whatever I wanted afterwards. Shortly after he started back we had our son. I managed everything while we both worked full time so he could get through his program. Now, it’s my turn. I just finished my first full semester back, while working full time and momming solo part of the week.

I refuse to make it seem like parts of my life haven’t suffered, because that paints an unrealistic picture of what we are going through. Sleep, diet, and exercise have been the biggest things personally. I’ve been more distant from my child and husband than I normally am. CPA licensure is rigorous and I keep having to remind myself that I’m doing this for our future, for our child’s future.

I always talk about the importance of giving ourselves grace in our fitness and health journey, and that there are constant ebbs and flows, because let’s face it… that’s how LIFE works! If you are in the middle of life’s difficulties, know that it’s okay! You will make it to the other side and when you have space for it, you can prioritize yourself. This isn’t the end, it’s the middle. We can do hard things.