Are you still exercising the way you did ten or twenty years ago? Or do you think it’s too late to start? Exercise is an important part of aging well and staying strong. This blog covers why it’s important to exercise as we age, even if you haven’t been previously active....
When it comes to weight loss, especially for women over 50, nutrition plays a critical role. This is why Nutrition is one of my 6 Pillars of Wellness. As we age, our bodies go through changes that affect how we metabolize food, how we store fat, and even how we feel after a meal. Understanding...
We’ve all heard the phrase “I slept like a baby.” but as we know, babies don’t always sleep that well. As women enter their 50’s and beyond, sleep can become even more elusive due to the challenges of menopause and other factors. In this post, we’ll explore the...
Stress comes in all shapes and forms. There’s good stress and bad stress, physical stress and mental stress and stress from illness and injury. You might be saying to yourself, “Then where’s the good news?”
It’s right here in this blog. We’re going to touch on...
I’ve been a MELT Method™ Instructor since 2013. I can honestly say MELT has changed my life and the lives of my clients. MELT is a simple and gentle self-treatment method that hydrates your connective tissue (think fascia) and helps to rebalance your nervous system. It enhances...
Reaching health and weight loss goals can be a challenging journey, especially after we turn 50. However, the key to success often lies not just in the physical steps taken, but in the mindset we adopt along the way. The power of a positive mindset and being open to adopting new healthy habits...
As we age, it can become more difficult to manage our weight. Hormonal changes, a more sedentary lifestyle and a slowing metabolism can all contribute to weight gain. One of the biggest concerns in this age group is the accumulation of belly fat. This isn’t just about aesthetics, belly fat,...
Eating a salad sounds healthy, and it can be. However, some salads pack as many calories and as much fat and sodium as a fast-food burger. This blog post shares tips to use when eating out and when shopping for your own salad creations. Take control of what you’re putting in your salad and,...
Maria Rigo is a health coach with a hormonal health specialty and a MELT Method Instructor with over 23 years of experience in the health, fitness and wellness industry.
Living with Hashimoto’s can be challenging and as I’ve experienced over the last 30 years, the effects...
Maria Rigo is a Health Coach with 23 years of experience in the fitness and wellness industry.
Bone health is often overlooked in our overall health and wellness, but it plays a crucial role in living a vibrant and healthy life. As we age our bones naturally lose density and strength. Add...
What is Mindful Eating
You may recognize this scenario. You’ve been working all morning and all of a sudden you’re starving. You only have 20 minutes for lunch so you decide to work through lunch while eating your salad or sandwich. You’re proud that you’re multitasking...
I’ll never forget when my boys were younger, maybe they were 15 and 12 years old. Veggie burgers were newly available in grocery stores. I decided I was going to give them a “healthier” alternative to a cheeseburger for dinner. Instead of telling my kids I was making...
