It was an exciting day here in menopause-land🌄 as we tackled another captivating Q+A! We’re learning new things every day about our bodies and our minds, like today’s topics of: The huge benefit of allowing ourselves to completely feel our feelings The role sweets can play in a weight loss journey Keeping that digestion train going (!) And more! Let’s jump in, shall we? Find the latest episode of Q+A Friday on SoundCloud, iTunes, Spotify, or anywhere you listen to podcasts! Q+A Friday, Ep. 081 00:02:58 - Is taking a rest day the best way to recover from soreness? 00:05:55 - Regarding journaling, what would a typical journal entry look like? Link: Journal for Success https://pahlabfitness.com/programs/journal-for-success/ 00:11:54 - I want to take the mindset class, but the link isn’t working anymore. Link: Mindset Masterclass https://pahlabfitness.com/manage-your-mind/mindset/ 00:14:00 - What is the opposing muscle group for core muscles? 00:15:54 - How does pain and anti-inflammatory medication affect weight loss? 00:19:17 - I currently have a broken wrist and ribs. I can’t exercise right now, although I am doing the other 5-0 steps. If exercise isn’t the driver to weight loss, why am I gaining weight? 00:23:19 - I’ve actually lost 15 pounds! When losing weight, when do you recalculate daily calorie intake? 00:26:20 - I’m drinking my water every day and feel like I’m in the bathroom all the time. How did you arrive at your recommended daily water intake for us Bs? 00:29:01 - I’m having trouble giving up sweets. I’m trying to lose weight, but it’s not happening. Also, I have a torn rotator cuff and can’t use weights. 00:32:28 - Can you talk about feeling all your feelings so that we don’t eat them? 00:48:12 - What do you eat in a day, Pahla? You look so good! 00:48:59 - Can I split a push day into two days? 00:50:29 - I sent a question to your Gmail account, but you haven’t addressed it. 00:51:40 - Is there a technique to keeping your shoulders and neck relaxed during a workout? 00:54:13 - My doctor is recommending that I adopt the Mediterranean diet and work out 45 minutes a day. Any suggestions on how I can get there? Also, any suggestions for pelvic prolapse? Link: Help for your PELVIC PROLAPSE https://pahlabfitness.com/help-pelvic-prolapse/ Link: The 5-0 Method https://pahlabfitness.com/programs/the-5-0-method/ 00:58:57 - I’ve done your two 30-day weight loss video series. What’s next for me? Link: Body Shaping for Women Over 50 series https://pahlabfitness.com/body-shaping-day-0/ Join the Get Your GOAL Coaching + Accountability Group: https://pahlabfitness.com/get-your-goal/ Got Qs? Send ‘em to me at AskPahlaB@gmail.com - thanks for joining me, I’ll see you again next time! 💛 Cheers to your good health and fitness.