Live fully in midlife and beyond
All about the body
So, midlife belly fat happens.
It’s real.
In short, you’ve got hormones, they’re changing, and the result is that any fat you gain tends to be attracted to your mid-section.
Continue reading “Unlock your path to a fitter midlife belly: Take the quiz!”
So, I’m relaunching this popular challenge.
Since summer is right around the corner, this is the perfect time.
The challenge is free, and it starts June 1st!
If you’ve been a regular reader of my blog posts, you know that I’m all about losing fat around the middle.
Especially peri/menopause related belly fat.
That’s not only because I want you to fit into your favorite 20 year-old jeans (yes, that would be awesome!)
The biggest reason I’m so crazy about reducing belly fat, is that your health can be measured by your waistline.
Yup, your waistline.
Studies have shown that if your waistline is larger than half your height, you’re at a higher risk for all the big lifestyle illnesses.
That’s because belly fat is related to insulin resistance and stress.
I know for a lot of you, losing weight is probably high up on your wish list.
And while that’s not a bad thing, I want you know that weight isn’t the best number to focus on.
At least not if being healthier or fitter are also goals.
In fact, focusing on weight has strong emotional ties, and may even demotivate you.
And, as you know, two people can weigh the same, but be in very different shape.
So, if better health and fitness are goals, then measure your WAIST, not your WEIGHT.
Waist circumference will tell you a whole lot more than weight.
And while you’re slimming your waistline, you’ll also be getting a whole lot of other benefits:
My 7-day BELLY FIT CHALLENGE is to move your body AND de-stress every day for 7 days in a row.
It’s a simply powerful way to start your summer.
So, for the first 7 days of June, you’ll receive a simple exercise/workout in you email inbox, that won’t take longer than 15 minutes to complete.
Each workout will be different, and will help you lose belly fat.
And that doesn’t mean it’s just a bunch of “core” exercises.
It means you’ll be doing a mix of strength (resistance) training, cardio, and calm, conscious movement.
And in addition to the physical workout, you’ll also get some of my favorite stress-relieving ideas.
Learning to calm your body and mind will be huge in helping you become more belly fit.
So, when the challenge is done, you’ll have lots of ideas to keep you going!
So, here’s a pre-challenge challenge for you:
Figure out where you can carve out 15 minutes in your day.
Will it be first thing in the morning, on your lunch hour, before dinner, after dinner… When works best for you?
Planning ahead is a huge part of succeeding, so find a time you know will work every day.
And another thing:
MEASURE your waistline.
You’ve got to know where you’re starting on June 1st.
Yes, the challenge is only 7 days, and of course you won’t lose ALL the inches you want in one week.
BUT the exercises and stress relievers that I’ll be sharing with you can be used for the coming weeks and months.
So, if you stay consistent, and keep going beyond the 7 days, before you know it, you’ll have lost inches!
Imagine yourself on August 31st, and how amazing you’ll feel knowing how far you’ve come over the summer.
Are you ready?
Let’s move forward together and get this done!!
Debbie
P.S. Here’s where to sign up for the Challenge: https://debbie-harbec.lpages.co/7-day-belly-fit-challenge-2023
P.P.S. Have questions, or want more personalized help? Email me at debbie@debbieharbeccoaching.com or book a time to talk with me directly!
Whoever said midlife couldn’t be fun?
Even at 81, Martha Stewart seems to be having a blast celebrating her body on the cover of Sports Illustrated.
So, what about us?
If you’re in perimenopause or menopause, with all the changes happening in your own body, why not approach them with a healthy dose of fun and humor?
In this post, I want to dive into five fun and effective ways to boost your confidence and rock your changing midlife body.
Get ready to laugh and have a great time on your way to a newfound self-assurance!
Continue reading “5 Fun Ways to Boost Your Confidence and Rock Your Midlife Body”
Happy Thanksgiving!
Today is Thanksgiving here in Canada.
And it’s one of my favourite holidays.
Of course, a big part of what I love about it is the food…
Pumpkin pie being my absolute favourite.
But it’s especially a time to remember all the things we’re thankful for.
And in this past year, I feel really blessed that I’ve been able to work with so many great women.
Women who, like me, are moving forward through peri/menopause.
We know that peri/menopause, although it’s natural, can be a challenging time.
And being able to guide women through it, and find ways that we can all feel better in our bodies, maybe even better than ever, is what I love most.
So, in honor of Thanksgiving, and once the leftovers are gone, I’m offering four days of strategies, ideas, and tips to feel better in your peri/menopause body.
I’m calling it Better Belly Week…
From November 1st to 4th, I’ll be live for up to an hour each day, sharing what works to feel better in your belly, body, and life.
Continue reading “Join me for Better Belly Week”
This fall I’m creating space for community.
I want to bring together women who are in mid-life and feel challenged by their changing bodies.
Because I think we all need support as we go through the changes of perimenopause and menopause.
I know it’s a time when you can feel alone.
When you feel like your body isn’t yours anymore.
And when it seems like things that used to work for your health and fitness, aren’t working.
That’s why I created the Belly Fat to Belly Fit group coaching program.
Continue reading “Ready to go from Belly Fat to Belly Fit?”
Working with women over 40, many women I meet are focused on building wealth.
They’re asking for raises or getting promoted.
They’re finding ways to create passive income, and get their money working for them.
They’re hiring financial advisors and wealth managers to help them get to their goals.
I love that so many women are kicking ass financially.
And, it’s also made me think.
The principles of building wealth are pretty much the same as those that build health.
The big difference is currency.
Continue reading “Make your health your most valuable investment”
It’s obvious that you need to move your body to change your body.
But in order to move your body, you need to use your mind.
Because your mind is in charge.
So, if any of your goals include fitness, health, fat loss, or strength…
It’s your mind that will get you there.
I’m bringing back this post from 2017.
It’s still something I get asked about, and it’s very much the season for bringing it up.
“How can I get rid of cellulite?”
It’s a great question.
So I did a little digging…
Continue reading “We love to hate cellulite… Here are 5 ways to deal with it”
So I’m relaunching this popular challenge.
Since summer is right around the corner, this is the perfect time.
The challenge is free, and it starts June 1st!
We all have urges.
And cravings.
They feel strong, like needs
But they’re only wants.
An urge, in particular, feels like “I have to.”
Like the urge to eat that last cookie, or buy that pair of jeans, or go out for a Starbucks.
I have a frequent urge to procrastinate with Netflix.
Continue reading “How to manage URGES”