Soulful Strength Fitness

This winter has hit different. The seasonal depression is real this year- the low mood, the disappointments, the stressors, the loneliness , the demands, the cold, the short days. Add perimenopause into the mix and some days it feels like my whole nervous system is under siege.

But here’s the thing- I remember how many people are depending on me to keep showing up. So I show up anyway.

Here’s what’s actually getting me through :
🙌🏾Every morning I remind myself what a privilege it is to be able to train the way I do. I can do hard things. I am strong.
🥵I’ve upped my cardio and I get outside as much as I possibly can- light exposure matters so much for vitamin D and circadian rhythm, it’s not just a “nice to have”
💪🏽I’ve set small goals to keep myself accountable- right now it’s dropping some body fat for a photoshoot. Something to anchor to
🌱I remind myself winter is a season, not a life sentence. Spring will come.
🏋️‍♂️Weight training 4 x per week. Non-negotiable
🌊 Nature time. Every day if I can
🍲Nourishing, warming food- chicken broth soup, stewed fruits with yoghurt, high protein meals that actually support my body through this
📕 I stay informed- understanding what’s actually happening in my body hormonal and seasonally so I can work with it, not against it.
🙏🏼Gratitude practise
🫶🏽Connecting with friends and talking about it, out loud, instead of white knuckling it alone.
✨Getting creative- creating is soul medicine for me

This isn’t about pretending it’s easy- ITS NOT.
It’s about doing the things anyway, especially when that part is loud. That’s what strength can look like too.

Strong isn’t a look- it’s a way of life 🖤

Advice I would give women in their 40s 💗 give this a SAVE if it resonates with you too ✨

A little Q&A with Wendy ✨

When we asked Wendy what she’s loved most about her training, her answer was simple…

💪 Feeling strong.

Seeing the weights on the bar continue to increase and noticing her overall strength improve has been one of her biggest wins.

One of her proudest achievements? Learning to deadlift. 🏋️‍♀️

It’s proof that progress isn’t just about the number on the scales it’s about building confidence, discovering what your body is capable of, and celebrating every milestone along the way.

We’re so proud of you, Wendy. Keep lifting, keep growing, and keep proving to yourself just how strong you really are. ✨