Fact: You need weights for weight loss, especially if you're a woman
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A hearty welcome to Go Long’s new subscribers this week. I am grateful for all of your support. Your feedback and contributions help shape a better experience for all.
Go Long is about getting real about the myths sold to the public about aging. This includes talking candidly about how you can age in a way that allows you to enjoy all of the things you have worked so hard for. We’re talking about how:
You’re moving today and how you want to move for years to come
You can reduce inflammation, which can cause certain diseases
You can choose to have more agency in choosing to believe the best years of your life are ahead of you
Recent top posts
I wanted to take this time to mention some of the more popular posts that have been written since this publication began 7+ months ago:
Weights for Weight Loss and for Muscle Gain
Understanding the difference between strength training vs. cardio as it relates to your metabolism
Can a 51 yo woman with rheumatoid arthritis get their 1st unassisted pull-up?
What are the two factors that have a high correlation to longevity?
Mindset
Cherishing the emotions of doing the unseen work - this resonated across multiple constituencies for different reasons
Trying to be all things to all people
Defining what’s your why
Living in the moment while golfing under natural light at midnight
Envisioning how to help your parents as they get older
Diet and Nutrition
Can you “spot train” your abs?
Why you need to do your own research on supplements and not blindly follow the herd
And now Go Long has a podcast! In November, I was fortunate to have Melissa Bloom of Full Bloom Coaching join me to discuss strategies around establishing boundaries in various aspects of our lives.
Next week’s podcast drop will cover how dental health impacts your overall health.
Go Long’s Beck The Halls Offer
Remember: Paying members of the Substack get to ask questions as guests are announced for the “anti-podcast” podcast. Go Long currently has a holiday special going on:
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By the way, you becoming a paid subscriber allows me more time to go deep on topics that matter to you, such as producing the podcasts and writing about all of the bullshit that goes with perimenopause!
I’ll still be producing free content, but the more in-depth posts covering physical, mental and financial wellness will be behind the paywall. More to come on this in ‘24. Hit me up if you have questions.
Happy Chanukah!
Yes, this is a legit card found by the hubs. It was made by Offensive & Delightful. Highly recommend!
A very Happy Chanukah to those who celebrate! It’s certainly a bit more meaningful this year with what is going on with the Jewish community here in Seattle and elsewhere.
BTW if you’re looking for a great website that explains Jewish traditions to people who do not identify as Jewish, I recommend jewfaq.org. Not only is the name catchy, but it covers the basics in an approachable way.
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