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Are you hydrated?

Are you hydrated? Water is essential for every function in our body. It regulates our temperature, supports digestion, and keeps our skin health. Good hydration is important for everyone, especially women going through menopause. We lose water constantly through breathing, sweating, and daily movement. Losing even a small amount of body water (1% to 5%) […]

Perimenopausal and post-menopausal women: Why is strength training important for you?

Menopause has a huge impact on accelerated muscle loss and bone loss. As women age, they naturally lose around 3-8% of muscle mass per decade (i.e. sarcopenia). When they reach menopause, this process speeds up, negatively impacting strength, endurance, power, as well as functional health and metabolic health. The first 5 years post-menopause triggers a […]

NeuroLIFT Programme

Strength training is one of the most powerful tools available to protect your brain. I teamed up with neurologist Dr. Alejandra Guerrero Barragán (MD, MPH) because we saw a massive gap in the health space. Traditional exercise programmes completely ignore brain science, while medical advice on cognitive health rarely gives people a clear, actionable exercise […]

Heatwaves, hot flushes and sleepless nights – what can help?

Summer is here, and with rising temperatures, many women in menopause notice that hot flushes and night sweats become even more intense. It’s not a coincidence, the heat from the environment simply adds to the changes already happening in the body. A few simple things that can help: Hydration – drink water regularly, don’t wait […]

FEMME Health Europe Kick Off

Our first FEMME HEALTH EUROPE consortium meeting is done! On 23-24 June 2026, the whole project team met in the picturesque village of Bobrowniki, Poland. The first time all partners came together in person! Two days full of great conversations, ideas and concrete plans. We discussed the key project foundations, agreed on next steps, and […]

Can strength training help you live longer?

Have you ever wondered if strength training could actually add years to your life? The short answer is: YES! Strength training also known as resistance training includes exercises with bodyweight, free weights, machine weights and resistance bands. Regular strength training is linked to a lower risk of heart disease, stroke, and cognitive decline. Dr. Diane […]

Nutrition and Bone Health

Looking after your bones is one of the most powerful investments you can make for your long-term health, mobility, and independence. Our bones are living tissue that constantly break down and rebuild. Many people don’t think about their bones until a fracture or an osteopenia or osteoporosis diagnosis occurs. Proactive care is essential. As we […]

Strength Training Classes for Women in Portarlington

If you want to build strength, improve your confidence, and train in a fun supportive environment then join Diane and Sinead in Portarlington Community Centre for our LIFT classes every Wednesday starting from the 15th of July! WOMEN’S CLASS⏰ 6:00 PM – 6:40 PM💶 €10 per class (€8 for EduFIT at Home members) Please bring […]

Exercises for Tight Shoulders

Do you have tight shoulders? If you spend a large portion of your day sitting at a desk, driving, or looking down at a phone, your answer is likely yes. Shoulder tightness isn’t just uncomfortable, it can cause neck strain, headaches, and a slouched posture. Because the shoulder is the most mobile joint in the […]

Prime Time is mentioned in the Sport Ireland Physical Activity for Health Evaluation Report

We are delighted to see the publication of the Sport Ireland Physical Activity for Health Evaluation Report, which highlights the positive impact of physical activity programmes for people living with chronic conditions across Ireland. A huge congratulations to everyone involved, including the Physical Activity for Health Officers, Local Sports Partnerships, HSE Health & Wellbeing, Sport […]