by Donna McDermott | Dec 11, 2025 | menopause, peri-menopause, Strength Training, weight loss
December arrives wrapped in fairy lights, jam-packed calendars, family traditions, and—let’s be honest—a healthy dose of chaos. With so many demands on your time, energy, and attention, it can feel like your fitness and nutrition routines don’t stand a chance. It’s...
by Donna McDermott | Dec 7, 2025 | cardio, menopause, peri-menopause, Strength Training, weight loss
Because what worked in your 20s… isn’t what works now. If you’ve ever wondered why fat loss feels harder after 40, you’re not imagining it — your body, hormones, and lifestyle have changed.But here’s the good news: once you understand what your body actually needs...
by Donna McDermott | Nov 23, 2025 | cardio, online classes, peri-menopause, Pilates, Strength Training, weight loss
If you’re a busy woman juggling work, kids, home life, and everything in between, the idea of fitting in a full workout can feel… impossible. Most women I coach over 40 tell me the same thing: “I’d be more consistent if I had more time.” But here’s the secret: you...
by Donna McDermott | Nov 7, 2025 | cardio, Core Strength, menopause, online classes, peri-menopause, Pilates, Strength Training
Have you ever started the week full of motivation — healthy meals prepped, workouts planned, determined to “be good”…Only for one busy day, one skipped workout, or one takeaway to make you feel like you’ve failed? That’s all or nothing thinking — and it’s one of the...
by Donna McDermott | Oct 2, 2025 | menopause, online classes, peri-menopause, Strength Training, weight loss
If you’ve noticed that your old workout routines aren’t working the way they used to, you’re not alone. For women in their 40s, especially during perimenopause, metabolism, hormones, and recovery all begin to shift. The result? Weight gain around the middle, low...
by Donna McDermott | Sep 26, 2025 | Core Strength, menopause, Pelvic Floor, peri-menopause, Pilates, Posture, relaxation, Uncategorized
If you’re looking for Pilates classes near you or want the freedom to join online Pilates classes from home, you’re in the right place. My Pilates sessions are designed especially for busy women who want to feel stronger, move with confidence, and build energy without...
