Fabulous Physiques - Lea Wagner

18/06/2025

😙My oh my, how much do my kiddies and I look alike at the same age. 💗🤗

16/05/2025

🙋🏼‍♀️🤔 Can you see a theme here? Lift heavy things, it is good for you !!!!

13/05/2025

💪 Postmenopausal? Don’t Fear the Weights.

After menopause, many women experience:
🔻 Bone loss
🔻 Muscle decline
🔻 Increased body fat
🔻 Mood changes

But here’s the good news: High-Intensity Resistance Training (HIRT) can help fight all of that—safely and effectively.

✅ Builds lean muscle
🦴 Increases bone density (yes, even after 50!)
🔥 Boosts metabolism
😊 Improves confidence & mood

And the research backs it up.
The LIFTMOR study (Watson et al., 2015) showed that just 2–3 weekly sessions of supervised heavy lifting improved bone health, strength, posture, and quality of life in postmenopausal women with low bone mass.

You’re not fragile. You’re capable.
You deserve to feel strong, healthy, and empowered in your 50s, 60s, and beyond.

👉 Ready to get started with safe, strength-based training?

22/04/2025

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Can you believe this? 😳 A restaurant in Thailand gives discounts based on how skinny you are!

That's right... the skinnier you are, the more you save. 🙄
5% off if you're a little chubby, 15% if you're thin, and 20% if you're really skinny. And if you're not in shape at all? Full price! 💸

What do you think about this? Do you agree with this kind of policy, or is this just outright body shaming? 👇

12/04/2025

✨ Midlife & Menopause = Your Comeback Era! ✨

Think menopause is the end of your peak? 💥 Think again!

Dr. Stacy Sims (), world-renowned exercise physiologist & author of ROAR, is flipping the script on aging and performance 🙌

She’s not here for the outdated “slow down” talk — instead, she’s giving us the tools to THRIVE in midlife 🔥

Here’s how to step into your power ⬇️

🏋️‍♀️ Lift Heavy
Challenge those muscles, boost metabolism, and protect your bones. Strong is the new sexy 💪

🏃‍♀️ Sprint Intervals
Short, intense bursts + full recovery = more lean muscle, better energy & blood sugar balance ⚡

🧠 Redefine Aging
Age = experience, wisdom, resilience. Embrace this chapter with confidence and clarity 👑

✨ Don’t fear midlife — own it. This is your time to level up! ✨



🔗 Credit: Insights from Dr. Stacy Sims, featured in her groundbreaking book ROAR and her expert work on female physiology. Learn more at www.drstacysims.com 💫

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09/04/2025

Struggling with stubborn belly fat, low energy, or stress that just won’t quit? You need to hear this. 👇

In this powerful interview on The Diary of a CEO, Dr. Sara Szal drops some serious truth bombs 💣 about how your HORMONES are running the show — especially when it comes to:

💥 Belly fat
😫 Stress & burnout
😴 Poor sleep
🥵 Cortisol overload
🧠 Brain fog & mood swings

This isn’t just about diet and exercise — it’s about understanding what’s really going on in your body and what you can do to take back control. 💪

Ladies over 40 (and men too) — this could be the missing piece of the puzzle. 🧩
I highly recommend watching the full episode — it’s eye-opening and empowering. 🎥✨

👉 Watch it, take notes, and let me know your biggest takeaway in the comments. ‼ IF YOU ARE SHORT ON TIME - GO TO 25 MINUTES AND START FROM THERE. ‼

Dr. Sara Szal (previously Gottfried) is a Harvard-trained medical doctor, scientist and researcher, with 30 years of experience. She is also the author of 4 bestselling books such as, ‘The Autoimmune Cure: Healing the Trauma and Other Triggers That Have Turned Your Body Against You’.

Is your belly fat, stress, or burnout actually a hormone issue? Dr. Sara Szal reveals the hidden hormone connection and how to fix it for good Dr. Sara Szal ...

14/02/2025

✨ God is the Creator of Love! ❤️🙌

Love isn’t just a feeling—it’s from God Himself! He created love, defines love, and demonstrates love perfectly.

📖 1 John 4:16 – "So we have come to know and to believe the love that God has for us. God is love, and whoever abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him."

💡 The world tries to redefine love, but true love is selfless, pure, and sacrificial—just like Jesus showed us.

📖 Romans 5:8 – "But God demonstrates His own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us."

💛 This Valentine’s season, remember:
✅ God’s love never fails (Lamentations 3:22-23)
✅ God’s love is eternal (Jeremiah 31:3)
✅ God’s love is for YOU (John 3:16)

Let’s share His love today! 💕 Who in your life needs to be reminded of God’s love? Tag them below! ⬇️

12/02/2025

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22/01/2025

How Hard is it for a 56-Year-Old Woman to Do Chin-Ups?

Chin-ups can be challenging, but they’re absolutely achievable with the right approach! For a 56-year-old woman at 177 cm, the difficulty depends on factors like bodyweight, upper body strength, and training history.

Why Are Chin-Ups Hard?

1️⃣ Bodyweight vs. Strength: A lighter bodyweight and stronger upper body make chin-ups easier.
2️⃣ Muscle Mass: Women naturally have less upper body muscle, so building strength in the lats, biceps, and core is key.
3️⃣ Age-Related Factors: Joint health and mobility can impact performance, but these can improve with consistent training.

How to Get There:

🔹 Start with Assistance: Use resistance bands, an assisted pull-up machine, or do negative chin-ups (lower slowly from the top).
🔹 Strengthen the Right Muscles:

Lat pulldowns

Dumbbell rows

Bicep curls

Planks and leg raises for core stability
🔹 Progress Gradually: Reduce assistance and aim for small improvements weekly.
🔹 Be Consistent: Train 2–3 times per week, allowing recovery between sessions.

How Long Will it Take?

With dedication, most people can achieve their first unassisted chin-up within 6–12 months, even starting from scratch!

Remember:

It’s never too late to challenge yourself and build strength. Chin-ups are tough, but the rewards—stronger muscles, better mobility, and a huge confidence boost—are worth it!

You’ve got this! 💪

31/12/2024

20/12/2024

💥As we age, it’s not about going slow and easy. In fact, the opposite is true. Incorporating age-appropriate strength and power training to maintain and enhance your ability to move and react quickly becomes increasingly vital with every birthday.

💥Why is this so essential? One word: FALLS.

Falling without the strength or power to protect yourself is incredibly dangerous. If a fall does occur, being stronger can lead to less severe injuries and faster, more complete recovery. The quicker your body can react, the better your chances of minimizing damage.

💥Consider these sobering facts from the CDC:
Falls are the leading cause of traumatic brain injuries.
They account for 95% of hip fractures.
Every year, 3 million older Americans visit the emergency room due to falls.
By 2030, falls are projected to cause 7 deaths per hour in the U.S.

In Australia - Falls is the leading cause of hospitalised injuries and injury deaths among older Australians, making up 77% of all injury hospitalisations and 71% of injury deaths in this age group.

Still in Australia, almost two-thirds (63%) of hospitalisations due to falls were for females, and females have a higher age-standardised rate of falls injury hospitalisation than males.

💥Why Do Falls Become More Dangerous With Age?
Loss of Bone Density – Lower density means bones break more easily.
Loss of Strength and Muscle Mass – Strong muscles stabilize joints and help you break a fall safely, avoiding serious head or body injuries.
Changes in Connective Tissue – Tendons and ligaments stiffen and become brittle without regular stress, increasing the risk of tears.
Loss of Speed and Power – Power diminishes faster than strength or muscle mass. Falls and slips happen quickly, so the ability to move and react rapidly is critical.
Balance Declines – Balance training is essentially entry-level power training, as it involves quickly and appropriately shifting your weight to stay upright.

💥Can These Factors Be Reversed?
Yes! Every one of these aspects can be improved, no matter your age—even if you start in your 80s. Strength and power training, combined with flexibility work, is like a fountain of youth.

💥In just 50-60 minutes per workout, you can:
Build bone density.
Regain muscle mass and strength.
Improve tendon and ligament resilience.
Restore speed and power.
Enhance balance and coordination.

💥Protect yourself, preserve your independence, and thrive. Start training today—because your life truly depends on it.

26/11/2024

# # Open the link, you will see vintage meal plans from "What shall we eat?" published in 1868.

Life expectancy in the United States is currently declining, making it the only developed nation with this concerning trend. Since the 1930s, there has been a dramatic 700% increase in chronic disease development, rising from 7.5% prevalence to 60% of the population having one or more chronic conditions today.

In the 1800s, people ate three structured meals daily (breakfast, dinner, supper) without snacking or fasting, maintaining a simpler relationship with food than we have today.

Our ancestors consumed a high-carb diet rich in saturated fats, with minimal polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), as they didn't use vegetable oils or eat many nuts and seeds.

The 1950s marked a significant shift in dietary recommendations, particularly regarding saturated fats and animal products, leading to major changes in the American diet.

To optimize your health, return to simpler food principles: cook at home, source quality ingredients within your means, stay active, and prioritize happiness over strict dietary rules.

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