How is it that every woman goes through menopause, yet no one is talking about it? In an industry that certifies personal trainers for every life stage and specialization, why has menopause been ignored for so long? In this blog, Gayle breaks this topic down with her newly informed perspective after completing her Menopause Specialist Certification.

A proper warm-up helps: prepare your joints for the ranges of motion you’re about to ask of them; wake up stabilizing muscles that protect your knees, hips, shoulders, and spine; improve coordination, balance, and reaction time; reduce injury risk and post-workout soreness; and help you move better, not just harder. In other words, it sets your nervous system up for success. And that matters whether you’re lifting heavy, taking a Pilates Reformer class, or heading out for a r