What Strength Looks Like in My 40s: A Mid-Year Reset
We’re halfway through the year—and if you’re anything like me, that realization comes with a moment of pause.
Have I made progress toward my goals?
Am I taking care of my body?
What do I actually want the second half of this year to feel like?
In my 20s and 30s, I might’ve answered those questions with numbers:
Size on the tag. Pounds lost. Miles logged.
But now, in my 40s?
Strength looks like something completely different.
It’s Showing Up—Even When It’s Not Perfect
As a mom of three, my workouts don’t always look polished. Some days it’s a solid hour at CrossFit, and others it’s chasing kids around in the backyard with a cold coffee in hand. But I’ve learned to let go of the “all or nothing” mindset.
Mid-year motivation isn’t about starting over.
It’s about refocusing. Reconnecting to your why.
And for me, that’s energy, strength, and long-term wellness.
It’s Fueling My Body with Intention
No more crash diets or obsessing over the scale. These days, I care more about:
Prioritizing protein to support muscle and recovery
Drinking water and nourishing with real, whole foods
Supporting my body with smart, targeted supplements
Here are a few I use daily to support strength, energy, and endurance—especially in my 40s:
Electrolytes – to stay hydrated, support energy, and reduce fatigue during workouts and mom life
Creatine – to help build lean muscle and speed up recovery
Collagen – for joint support, skin elasticity, and helping my body recover from both workouts and motherhood
NingXia Red – for antioxidants and lasting cellular energy
Minerals – because most women are depleted and your body needs them to function and feel its best
This isn’t about weight loss—it’s about strength, energy, and longevity.
It’s Recovery, Too
Strength also means knowing when to rest.
To take a walk instead of a WOD.
To go to bed early.
To breathe.
In this season, recovery is a strength move—not a setback.
What I’m Focusing on This Second Half of the Year
If you need a mid-year reset too, here’s what I’m leaning into:
4 strength-based workouts/week
Daily movement (even if it’s light)
Fuel over restriction
Grace over guilt
Leading by example—especially for my kids
You’re Not Behind—You’re Just Getting Started
Mid-year doesn’t mean “too late.” It means there’s still time to feel better, stronger, more grounded in your body and life.
Let’s stop chasing smaller.
Let’s start chasing stronger.
