Sincerely, Brooke

I’ve always been a firm believer in the benefits of weight training for women, but I’ve learned to value it even more as I’ve navigated the tidal currents of perimenopause. As women, we often aren’t adequately informed by our doctors about all the changes our bodies go through during the…

As our bodies change over time, it takes a bit more effort to maintain our muscle mass and our metabolism than it did when we were younger. Fortunately, when we incorporate weight training into our overall exercise arsenal, we jumpstart some incredibly positive changes in our body. For those of…

Make the most of the long Memorial Day weekend in true Mediterranean style with a healthy and flavorful menu that will excite your taste buds and leave you and your guests feeling satisfied and energized. From a spectacular salad to a mouthwatering main course and a refreshing dessert, our menu…

As a health and wellness mentor, I know that good nutrition, regular exercise, and self-care are the keys to living our best lives. As a mom, I understand that doesn’t mean we all have the same needs or face the same challenges. Mom fitness requires a bit of extra ingenuity…

Our bodies are the physical vessels that we use to navigate our lives. And the food we eat is the fuel that moves us. We literally get out of our bodies what we put into them. So if we want energy and strength and focus and longevity, then we need…

When we think about self-care, we typically picture actions and activities like healthy eating, physical exercise, and perhaps even meditation. What we often forget about is the importance of sleep. We tend to view it as if it were nothing – the absence of doing something. But the truth is…

Yoga is an incredible way to strengthen and support your mind-body-spirit connection. The combination of breath, movement, and mindfulness is especially powerful. Not only does it help you increase your flexibility, core strength, balance and mobility, studies have even shown physical improvements in blood pressure, heart disease, digestion and sleep.…

  I love the idea of Wellness Wednesdays with tips for transforming our mind-body connection. It’s such a great way to center our week and remind ourselves that wellness really is at the core of everything we do in life. Focus, energy, health, strength, and longevity are the mental and…

It’s often said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and I completely agree – even if I don’t typically “break my fast” until around 11 each morning. The first meal we introduce into our bodies each day is the foundation for the rest of the day…