Aileron Wellness

If you are a woman over 50 navigating perimenopauses, this one is for you.

The other day, I was buried in work at my computer when a thought popped into my head:

"If you don't do your workout now... it's probably not happening today."

I knew that voice was right.

So instead of overthinking it, negotiating with myself, or promising I'd do it later...

I just got up and moved.

And wow. The rest of my day went so much better.

Here’s what I want you to take from that:

When that little voice in your head tries to be helpful, listen to it.

Because if you don't, eventually it will go silent.

In my case, with the workout, it didn’t have to be a full-blown workout to "count."

It just had to be something. (And if I had thought about it for 10 seconds before I got up, it probably wouldn’t have happened, TBH.)

The real benefit wasn't physical... it was a mindset victory.

Because listening to that voice reinforced something important: that my fitness and health matter to me.

And over time, it helps make consistency feel natural.

So the next time that little voice nudges you to:

→ Go for the walk
→ Prep the meal
→ Stretch for 5 minutes
→ Go to bed earlier
→ Get the workout done

Don’t overthink it.

Move before your brain talks you out of it.

Save this for the next time you need the reminder.

And follow for more real-life strategies to help women over 50 in perimenopause stay consistent, strong, and feeling good in their bodies again.

You’ve seen plenty of “healthy swap” lists that sound great in theory…
But let’s be real: if it’s too complicated (or gross), it’s not gonna happen.

Here are 3 swaps I actually use and recommend to all my clients battling with snacking.

1️⃣ Afternoon snack attack?
❌ Skip: Protein bars
✅ Try: Greek yogurt + a few dark chocolate chips
🧠 Why: Much better protein quality, fewer additives, and it actually keeps you full

2️⃣ Need crunch at lunch?
❌ Skip: Low-fat crackers
✅ Try: Sliced cucumber + hummus or guac
🧠 Why: Lower in carbs, higher in fiber, and supports blood sugar balance

3️⃣ Craving dessert?
❌ Skip: Low-calorie ice cream
✅ Try: Frozen berries + drizzle of canned coconut milk
🧠 Why: Real food, no blood sugar crash, and tastes amazing

📌 Save this as a reminder to try out the swaps
✅ Follow for real-life tips for who are done with the gimmicks.

High Rep Low Load vs Low Rep High Load

There is nothing wrong with either option. What's important is the goal you're trying to achieve.

There are also other attribute of the 2 options. When the load is low and reps high, you'll be able to understand and get better at that specific movement better and under lesser stress