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5 Signs You Need Menopause Coaching in Calgary

5 Signs You Need Menopause Coaching in Calgary

If you’re tired, bloated, frustrated, and stuck in the same cycle with no results, it may not be your fault, it might be your hormones. At Jensen Fitness, we offer a specialized Menopause Coaching program in Calgary designed for women navigating the mental, physical, and metabolic shifts
December 18, 2025
Exercise for Energy: Rebuilding Motivation in Perimenopause

Exercise for Energy: Rebuilding Motivation in Perimenopause

Feeling drained before your workout even starts? For women in perimenopause, that’s more common than you think. Hormonal shifts during this stage can wreck energy levels, throw off motivation, and make movement feel like a chore. At Jensen Fitness in Calgary, our menopause coaching progr
November 27, 2025
Midlife Rebuild: How Jensen Fitness Helps Women Reset in Their 40s and 50s

Midlife Rebuild: How Jensen Fitness Helps Women Reset in Their 40s and 50s

If you're in your 40s or 50s and wondering why your body feels unfamiliar, you're not alone. At Jensen Fitness in Calgary, we specialize in helping women in perimenopause and menopause reset physically, mentally, and emotionally through our menopause coaching program. This isn't about push
Nutrition for Menopause: Why Generic Diets Don’t Work Anymore

Nutrition for Menopause: Why Generic Diets Don’t Work Anymore

Still counting calories? Cutting carbs? Fasting until noon? If you're in perimenopause or menopause and your go-to diets have stopped working, it’s not your fault—it’s your hormones. During this stage of life, your metabolism, stress response, and nutrient needs change, and generic m
November 6, 2025
Sleep, Stress, and Your Hormones: Why You're Always Tired in Midlife

Sleep, Stress, and Your Hormones: Why You're Always Tired in Midlife

Can’t sleep? Always tired? Feeling like your brain and body are in slow motion? You’re not just exhausted, you’re hormonally out of sync. During perimenopause and menopause, your body’s stress and sleep systems are disrupted, making rest feel impossible and fatigue a constant. At J
October 30, 2025
Strength Training After 40: Why It’s Essential for Women in Menopause

Strength Training After 40: Why It’s Essential for Women in Menopause

If you're a woman in your 40s or 50s and feel like your body has changed overnight, you're not alone. Hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause lead to muscle loss, slower metabolism, stubborn weight gain, and low energy. But the solution isn’t more cardio or stricter dieting—
Why Can’t I Lose Weight During Menopause? | Jensen Fitness

Why Can’t I Lose Weight During Menopause? | Jensen Fitness

If you’ve hit your 40s or 50s and feel like nothing is working anymore despite eating well and staying active, you’re not imagining it. Hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause directly impact metabolism, muscle mass, and fat storage, especially around your midsection. At Jen
October 16, 2025
Calgary Personal Trainer: 5 Reasons Why Exercise is Essential During Menopause

Calgary Personal Trainer: 5 Reasons Why Exercise is Essential During Menopause

Menopause brings various changes, but regular exercise can significantly ease symptoms and promote overall health. At Jensen Fitness in Calgary, we emphasize the importance of exercise during menopause. Key benefits include weight management through cardiovascular and strength training exe
June 26, 2024
Calgary Personal Trainer: The Ultimate Guide to Exercise During Perimenopause

Calgary Personal Trainer: The Ultimate Guide to Exercise During Perimenopause

Perimenopause can be challenging, but exercise is a powerful tool to ease symptoms & improve overall wellbeing. At Jensen Fitness in Calgary, we highlight the benefits of cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and flexibility and balance exercises for women during this transition. Car
June 19, 2024
Calgary Dietitian: 3 Simple Lifestyle Changes to Ease Perimenopause Symptoms

Calgary Dietitian: 3 Simple Lifestyle Changes to Ease Perimenopause Symptoms

Perimenopause brings various physical and emotional changes, but simple lifestyle adjustments can significantly ease symptoms. At Jensen Fitness in Calgary, we recommend three key changes: prioritizing balanced nutrition, engaging in regular physical activity, and focusing on mental wellbe
June 12, 2024
Calgary Dietitian: 7 Superfoods to Boost Your Wellbeing During Menopause

Calgary Dietitian: 7 Superfoods to Boost Your Wellbeing During Menopause

Navigating menopause can be challenging, but the right nutrition can significantly ease the transition. At Jensen Fitness in Calgary, we recommend incorporating seven superfoods into your diet to boost your wellbeing: flaxseeds, leafy greens, fatty fish, berries, nuts and seeds, legumes, a
June 6, 2024
Calgary Dietitian: The Importance of Omega-3 Fatty Acids During Menopause

Calgary Dietitian: The Importance of Omega-3 Fatty Acids During Menopause

Navigating menopause can be challenging, but omega-3 fatty acids offer significant benefits in managing symptoms. These essential fats support cardiovascular health by reducing inflammation and improving heart function, which is crucial as estrogen levels decline. Omega-3s also help allevi
May 28, 2024
Calgary Dietitian: The Importance of Fiber in a Perimenopausal Diet

Calgary Dietitian: The Importance of Fiber in a Perimenopausal Diet

Perimenopause brings various physical and emotional changes, but a high-fiber diet can help manage symptoms and promote well-being. Fiber supports digestive health by alleviating constipation and bloating, aids in weight management by controlling appetite, and helps balance hormones by pro
May 19, 2024
Calgary Dietitian: Nutritional Strategies for Managing Menopausal Symptoms

Calgary Dietitian: Nutritional Strategies for Managing Menopausal Symptoms

Navigating menopause can be challenging, but the right nutritional strategies can alleviate symptoms and improve overall well-being. A balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D supports bone health, while nutrient-dense foods and portion control help manage weight gain. Incorporating phy
May 12, 2024
Weight Loss And Exercise During Menopause

Weight Loss And Exercise During Menopause

Hormone changes, stress, and the aging process can all work against you when it comes to losing weight. As you get older, you may notice that losing weight becomes more and more challenging. In fact, most women gain weight during the menopause transition. Hot flashes, irritability, insomni
March 25, 2022

A ROADMAP FOR YOUR JOURNEY TO WELLNESS

A ROADMAP FOR YOUR JOURNEY TO WELLNESS

Whether you’re looking for a customized weight loss program, or a nutrition coach to help you live healthier, we’ll give you all the support and encouragement you need to get lasting and incredible results.