I'm off on holiday from tomorrow to the Italian Dolomites and taking a proper break (yes, even from Skool!) — so I won't be around as much for the next week. But I wanted to plant a seed before I go... I've been thinking a lot about strength training lately — and how much it matters for us in midlife. It's not just about muscle. It's about blood sugar stability, bone density, metabolism, and yes — that stubborn "menopause middle" so many of us are dealing with. Dr Stacy Sims's research has been a big influence on how I think about this, and I want to bring some of that into the community in a way that's accessible, not intimidating. So when I'm back, I'm considering running a simple strength training challenge to help us get started (or restarted) — nothing scary, just practical, doable moves you can build into your week. Would this be something you'd want to join? 👇 Drop a comment too if there's anything specific you'd want it to cover (kit-free? time of day? beginner-friendly?) — I'll be reading replies while I'm away and it'll help shape the challenge. See you in a week! 💛

Hi ladies 👋 I’m Jackie, and I’m so happy you’re here. This space is all about supporting women over 50 to feel stronger, healthier, and more confident through every stage of midlife and beyond. I know first-hand how frustrating it can be to deal with things like… - Stubborn belly fat that won’t shift - Aches and pains in the joints and muscles - Energy slumps and sleepless nights - The rollercoaster of menopause changes — hot flushes, mood swings, brain fog, you name it! Here in this community, you’ll find: 💜 Simple, safe fitness tips (Pilates, strength, and mobility) 💜 Nutrition guidance that works in real life — no fads, no nonsense 💜 Conversations about menopause, mindset, and ageing well 💜 Encouragement from women who get it 👉 To get started, please introduce yourself below! Share: - Where you’re from - Share if you want - What's the one thing you’d like to improve about your health or fitness right now - Please share the name of your favourite book 📘 You are not alone in this journey. Together we’re going to move more, eat well, sleep better, and thrive after 50 💪✨ Jackie x