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As the Christmas season kicks off, many of us find ourselves juggling the excitement with extra stress, busy schedules, and holiday indulgences. For menopausal and midlife women, this time can bring unique challenges. The combination of holiday activities and hormonal shifts can make it harder to maintain energy, stick to our health goals, and keep stress in check. I think I am currently in denial, I absolutely love Christmas and enjoy having all my family together, planning the perfect gifts and cooking everyone a delicious lunch. Plus my birthday and my daughter's birthday are only ten days before Christmas so I'm not just organising one celebration but three! But it can all get a bit too much, the overwhelm is real and having been working hard towards my exercise and diet goals over the last few months, I don't want to lose that momentum! Help is needed! So I've put together some of my favourite practical tips to help you (and me) stay balanced, happy and healthy through the festive season. This post is sponsored by Wassen.  Keep up with your self-care - and make sure you get a peaceful walk in!
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Next stop Lucca, a beautiful medieval walled town in Tuscany, it is about 1 hour from Florence and 30 minutes from the coast. Many visitors take a day trip from either Florence or Pisa but we wanted to enjoy the countryside around Lucca as well as explore the town itself so decided on 4 nights staying just outside the ancient walls. We left Florence, picked up our Fiat 500 Convertible at Florence Airport then set off for the approx. one hour drive to our Airbnb. We had decided on a traditional Tuscan farmhouse about ten minutes away from Lucca itself, nestled in the pretty hills and with fabulous views of the vineyards and olive groves, plus an inviting swimming pool, it was the perfect location to relax after the tourist hotspot of Florence. The farmhouse was gorgeous but slightly more basic, it was very traditional, however we did find the bed very hard! Missed my Florence post, read it here!  Cycling the medieval city walls of Lucca was one of my favourite days! Many people used to think of running as the gold standard for fitness but as we get older and especially in our middle and later years, we need to reconsider what works. And there is an equally effective, lower-impact, and more enjoyable alternative. Fast walking: or brisk walking, is a powerhouse exercise that’s kind to your joints, great for your heart, and perfect for your lifestyle. Whether you’re easing back into exercise or looking for a sustainable way to stay fit, fast walking might be the secret to transforming your fitness routine. This blog post contains paid for links.  Fast walking is an effective and enjoyable way to stay fit in midlife. If you follow me on Instagram, you’ve likely seen me raving about this luxurious, truly divine body oil from Desavery - and now I’m excited to share a 20% discount code with you! I’ve also been testing two of their daily skincare oils, so I thought it was the perfect time to dive a little deeper into this incredible, natural, and vegan skincare brand. Desavery was founded by Andrea Dinnick, a former journalist with a passion for research. Andrea’s journey led her to discover the most effective plant-based ingredients to nourish and deeply moisturise the skin. Along the way, she uncovered how these ingredients can also influence mood and support a positive mindset, enhancing the skincare experience beyond the surface. And so, Desavery was born. “I want your skincare routine to be your time. A few pleasurable moments in your day, inhaling our plant ingredients and getting your skin in the best shape of its life.” Andrea Dinnick, Desavery Founder This blog post contains an affiliate link and gifted products.  One of the best body oils - Garrigue Body Oil from Desavery |
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