"Our goal is to get you to the point where you can tolerate more foods with less pain and you can live your life. You can go on vacation and you can have some chips and guac or whatever, and you can be okay." – Hannah Aylward
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It’s time to normalize taking creatine to manage menopause symptoms 👏 Think of supplementing with creatine as having a backup generator for your muscles to work longer and better. ⚡ Here's why ↓ Energy levels can decline as you age, making workouts and other physical activities challenging.
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Think cutting carbs keeps you lean after 40? Think again. Low-carb, keto, carnivore, these diet dogmas have women over 40 terrified of carbs. But here’s the truth: skipping carbs can wreck your metabolism, stress your adrenals, shrink your muscles, and even sabotage your sleep and focus. I’m
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Starting at 40, you lose up to 1% of your muscle every year if you’re not using it—and after 60, that rate doubles. But here’s the real kicker: 💥 You lose 2–4% of your strength every year too. That’s why building and maintaining muscle isn’t just a
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If you're losing weight and not losing your waist, you're not making progress. And I truly disagree with the statement that you "should not lift weights until you lose the weight." It should be the other way around! What do you think about this? #bodydysmorphia #weightchallenges #weightgain
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Not all carbs are created equal—here’s which ones boost muscle, support longevity, and keep your brain sharp. Carbs aren’t the enemy. In fact, the right ones are essential for women over 40 who want to build muscle, balance hormones, and age powerfully. In this video, JJ Virgin
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Is your low-carb diet making you tired, foggy, or forgetful? Here’s why. If you’ve been cutting carbs in hopes of boosting fat loss or energy—but instead feel drained, moody, or mentally scattered—this video is for you. JJ Virgin breaks down what happens to your brain, hormones, and
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Let’s bust the “bulky” myth 👊 Think lifting heavy will make you bulky? Nope. Building muscle takes serious effort—you’re lucky to gain 1-2 pounds a month! Here’s the real deal: Muscle is like your metabolic Spanx—it tightens everything up and boosts your metabolism. 💪 To build muscle
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Do you love Wine? I decided to dive a little deeper into how they are made. Now I stick with Dry Farm Wines or European wines. That is my preference! Share this with a fellow wine lover! #Jjvirgin #wine #winenight #healthy #nutrition
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"Most women think it's their problem, their flaw, that they need to be better or different. But no, you're not broken. You just didn't get an education." — Dr. Kelly Casperson I was blown away by my conversation with Dr. Kelly Casperson, a board-certified urologic surgeon who's
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