Here’s why you’re not motivated to exercise + building muscle to age powerfully

Savory Bone Broth & Veggie Steel Cut Oats [Recipe] ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ [JJ Virgin]( Post-meal miseries like gas and bloating are sure signs that your gut is out of whack. Other cues, however, aren’t so obvious. If you find yourself getting sick often, your gut could be to blame. It houses about 80% of your immune system, after all! Acne and other skin problems, mood swings, and fatigue can also be red flags that your gut needs some TLC. Another clue: you lack the motivation to exercise. Believe it or not, it’s not always a lack of willpower. In this week’s blog, I look at five not-so-obvious ways gut health [impacts your physical performance](. I also talk about the [best exercise]( to age powerfully, plus I’ll leave you with a hearty, satisfying [steel-cut oats recipe](. [Gut Health & Exercise]( Tip 1: Your gut is your motivator. If even the thought of a morning workout or hitting the gym feels daunting, your gut could be the issue. In [my new blog]( I look at how gut health and exercise are a two-way street: when one suffers, both take the hit. You’ll learn about a fascinating new study that shows exercise motivation begins in your gut, how an out-of-balance gut impedes fitness recovery, how gut inflammation creates widespread repercussions, and the gut-health metabolic crash that makes weight loss a struggle. The good news is that when you heal your gut, you uplevel your exercise performance and recovery, too. [Ask the Expert]( Tip 2: The secret to aging powerfully. Resistance training might be the closest thing I’ve found to the fountain of youth. Lifting weights can help you prevent muscle loss, maintain a healthy weight, build lean muscle, age powerfully, and so much more. In [this episode]( I share four things to focus on as you build muscle. You’ll learn how to design a workout routine at any fitness level, the often-overlooked key for success, the #1 food to build and maintain muscle that you’re probably not getting enough of, the best way to measure and monitor your progress, and how muscle helps you age confidently. [Savory Bone Broth & Veggie Oats]( Tip 3: Try this gut-healing spin on traditional oats. Spring is in the air, but the mornings can still get chilly. Need a warm satisfying way to start your morning? This [Savory Bone Broth & Veggie Oats]( recipe is a hearty spin on steel-cut oats, with mushrooms, greens, and garlic, along with the gut-healing power of bone broth. Toss in some chia seeds or walnuts for an anti-inflammatory boost, whisk in a pastured organic egg (if you’re not intolerant), or add a scoop of Collagen Peptides Powder for an instant protein upgrade. Love, JJ P.S. Digestive issues underlie weight-loss resistance, gas and bloating, and so much more. I've combined targeted amounts of herbs, amino acids, and bioflavonoids in my peach-flavored Soothing Gut Elixir™ to support gut healing.* Simply mix one tablespoon into the drink of your choice and feel confident that you’re prioritizing gut health. [SHOP NOW]( P.P.S. Are you spending your precious time, energy and money on the wrong exercise program? Exercise should be joy in motion. Discover a simple evidence-based approach to getting and staying fit BEFORE, DURING and AFTER MENOPAUSE! Join us for What, When & Why to Exercise for Women 40+ from May 1-7, 2023. [It’s free and online]( *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. **I couldn’t make it without supportive relationships, and I bet you feel the same! That’s why my team and I offer you products and services we believe in. If you happen to purchase something I recommend here, I may receive some kind of compensation. However, I only bring you partners whose content and core values will serve you with the same commitment to excellence my team and I strive for every day. Please be in touch with any concerns. [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [Youtube]( No longer want to receive these emails? [Unsubscribe](. Reignite Wellness 14 Commerce Blvd. Palm Coast, FL 32164