Empower Edit

The Empower Edit gives you science-backed, real-world tips to help you train smarter and feel stronger in midlife.

Mindset

Are you ready to kick some cortisol myths to the curb?

Cortisol: Your Midlife Superpower (Not the Villain) You’ve probably heard all the buzz about cortisol being the “bad guy” in midlife — blamed for everything from stress bellies to sleepless nights....

Struggling to Get Enough Protein? Maybe These Three Simple High-Protein Recipes Will Help

How Much Protein Do You Really Need in Perimenopause? You already know protein matters — but in perimenopause, it matters even more. According to Dr. Stacy Sims, active women in this stage of life ...

To Fast or Not to Fast? Here’s What Dr. Stacy Sims Has to Say

Fasting and Active Women: Why the Science Says “Fed is Better” Fasting has been a hot topic for years. Some swear by it. Others say it’s not worth the hype. But according to Dr. Stacy Sims, the con...

Beyond Muscle: Another Key to Strength and Longevity You Might not be Thinking About

Bones: The Overlooked Key to Longevity We tend to give our muscles a lot of credit for keeping us strong — as we should — but there’s another player we can’t ignore when it comes to strength and in...

Perimenopause Changes Everything—Including Your Protein Needs

How Much Protein Do You Really Need? “I try to take the recommended daily allowance for protein: 1 gram per kg of my bodyweight. So I’m good to go, right?” Maybe not, says Dr. Stacy Sims. While 1 g...

Why Lifting Heavy is Especially Important for Aging Women

The Truth About Women & Heavy Lifting Women, we’ve been misled. Told to stick to light weights so we “don’t get injured” or “bulk up.”The reality? Lifting light might just be a waste of time. T...