Blog
Personal Trainer Amanda Gernert, NASM CPT & CNC
Why You Should Do an Active Recovery Workout
An active recovery day, like the one pictured with you relaxing on a paddleboard, is a crucial yet enjoyable part of a balanced fitness routine for several reasons:Promotes Muscle Recovery Low-intensity activities like paddleboarding increase blood flow to muscles,...
Eat More, Lose Weight
Here’s why your coach is likely telling you to eat more:Your Metabolism Needs Fuel When you consistently eat too little, your body can go into a kind of “survival mode.” It slows your metabolism down to conserve energy, making fat loss harder and often stalling...
Why Carbs Aren’t Bad
Why Women Need Carbohydrates Carbs often get a bad rap—but they’re essential, especially for women’s health. Here’s why:Carbs Are Your Body’s Main Energy Source Your body breaks down carbs into glucose, which fuels your brain, muscles, and organs. Without enough...
Online Coaching for Perimenopause: How to Thrive Through Fitness, Nutrition, and Hormone Support
Navigating perimenopause can feel like stepping into unfamiliar territory — unpredictable cycles, changes in body composition, stubborn weight gain, and fluctuating energy levels. But this season doesn’t have to feel like a struggle. With the right approach to fitness...
Strong, Balanced, and Thriving: Why Women Over 40 Need Strength Training, Hormone Support, and More Protein
As women hit their 40s, it’s easy to feel like your body is working against you. Hormonal changes, slower metabolism, stubborn body fat, and lower energy can all feel like uphill battles — but here’s the truth: your body isn’t broken. It just needs a smarter...
10% off Thorne Products
Trusted Supplements for Better Results
With so many supplements on the market, it can be hard to know what’s truly high-quality and effective. That’s why we recommend Thorne — a trusted brand known for its science-backed, third-party tested products. You can explore and purchase Thorne supplements directly through our Power Play Fit partner page.





Kickstart your nutrition with a plan that actually fits your life.
My free 3-day recipe bundle gives you easy, high-protein meals designed to boost energy, support strength, and help you feel more in control of your day.





