Every year, we get asked for a Fit Bottomed Girls gift guide — and this year, we wanted to do things differently. If 2025 has taught us anything it’s that our money is better spent supporting real humans who give a shit — not just Big Box…
Monitoring glucose levels is having a big moment in the wellness world. While taking regular readings of blood sugar was once something only done by people with diabetes, the practice has spread to those seeking potential health benefits…
One of the biggest roadblocks to healing after divorce? People-pleasing. And you know exactly where that beast likes to rear its ugly head: dating. Especially those early-stage, “don’t rock the boat,” smiling-even-though-you’re-dying…
My mother put a lot of work into creating picture-perfect holidays. As a child, I remember piles of beautifully wrapped presents, holiday décor spread throughout the house, and large Ukrainian gatherings with mounds of food and a noise…
Weighted vests are having a moment. They’re touted as a simple way to boost strength, build bone, and make everyday movement more “effective.” “Should I wear a weighted vest while I walk?” is one of the most common questions I hear in my…
If you’ve ever felt like the moment the pumpkin spice latte drops, your fitness routine and mental clarity start to crumble, you’re not alone. The holiday season—with its endless social events, travel, pressure, and overall chaos—is famous…
Protein is everywhere lately. Whether it’s a fitness pro telling you to beef up your protein intake, a women’s health expert warning you about the dangers of muscle loss in perimenopause, or a perimenopausal influencer making a comedy reel…
You did it! You spent a month sleeping better, moving stronger, and waking up clear. Don’t hand that energy back to a substance that drags you down. You Made It Through Sober October (or Dry January) No late-night tipsy texts.No hangovers…
When Hilary JM Topper signed up for her first triathlon at 53, she didn’t expect it to change her life — or spark a second career as a triathlon coach, podcast host, and author of Unlocking the Triathlon: The Beginner’s Guide to Competing…
I’ll be honest—when someone mentions a new “health hack,” I get a little nauseous. I’m not into hacks or quick fixes that promise big results with almost no effort. What I do believe in, though, are simple daily practices that help us…
Raise your hand if you’ve ever scrolled through Instagram and thought, “Wow, she’s so confident. I wish I didn’t feel so (insert insecure thought here).” Here’s the big, liberating truth: The most confident women you know? They get self…
Editor’s Note: This is Part 2 of Lara’s story about her experience with uterine prolapse surgery. If you missed it, read Part 1:Preparing for Pelvic Organ Prolapse Surgery: What I Wish I Knew Beforehand for her journey leading up to the…
I always assumed I’d be an exceptional patient. As a professor of medicine who researches patient experiences, I figured I’d know what to expect, how to communicate, how to regulate my emotions, how to follow directions. I imagined myself…
It’s safe to say that most people want to be healthy. No one enjoys being sick, but it’s more than that—illness, whether acute or chronic, impacts quality of life. Defining Health Beyond the Absence of Illness Health, of course, is more…
Is there something more frustrating than when we feel like we’re doing all the right things, but it’s still not working? For many women, this especially applies to food. We have a plan to follow, but why can’t we just stick to it? One day…
Raise your hand if you’re a woman who has a playlist of songs that makes your body want to move, but you feel like you can’t. If you’ve been searching for a workout that’s actually fun and not just a chore—or if you’ve been craving a way…
We live in a world that celebrates exhaustion. We brag about being busy, wear sleep deprivation like a badge of honor, and even turn mindfulness into another productivity hack. Yet when we finally collapse on the couch at the end of the…
Are you a woman who’s been told that bravery looks like skydiving, running a marathon, or starting a company? For too long, courage and resilience have been defined only by big, audacious, risk-taking acts. But what about the courage it…
When it comes to perimenopause, there’s a lot of weird and sometimes confusing information online. This is partly because women’s health is underfunded and understudied scientifically, but it’s also because of misinformation and snake-oil…
Trust in public health officials and the medical establishment is on shaky ground. During the COVID-19 pandemic, a rise in conspiracy theories, pseudoscience, and medical misinformation—promoted by politicians and grifters alike—widened…
Raise your hand if you’ve ever been told you’re “too much.” Too loud. Too emotional. Too passionate. Too ambitious. Too… you. For a lot of women, that’s the cue to start shrinking. We tone down our voice, dim our fiery nature, and sand…
Empty-nest season is almost upon us. This rite of passage in the parental journey kicks into high gear in late summer and is often filled with dread and sadness—especially for women—as their children head off into the world. Rethinking the…
Bone loss begins to accelerate for all women in their mid-30s, so if you’re under 50 and think DEXA scans and bone density concerns don’t apply to you—hold up. This is information you’ll want under your belt sooner rather than later. Let’s…
I stopped being an athlete a few years ago, and it got me thinking about what I miss most about competing at a high level in CrossFit. Sure, part of me misses the adrenaline rush of running out onto the competition floor, the pride of…
Solo travel is having a moment—and it’s no surprise that women are leading the charge. Ironically, my first experience with the joy of solo travel happened while I was still married. I traveled to Budapest for an early childhood education…
When I was younger, I assumed that by the time I got to my 40s, I wouldn’t be as strong or fit or capable. In some ways, I don’t think it really crossed my mind at all—what my body would be able to do in my 40s. Like so many people in…
Thinking about quitting a goal before you really even get started? I think we’ve all been there… or at least I have. What I set out to do feels SO huge that I sometimes feel like quitting—before I’ve even started. Have you ever felt like…
I distinctly remember my first hot flash. My husband and I had stopped for breakfast on our way to Atlantic City for an overnight stay. Sitting in the booth across from him, I suddenly felt heat rising through my body—like someone had…
Can yoga actually improve bone density? If you ask Google, you’ll find all sorts of resources saying yes—yoga is an effective method for building bone density and preventing osteoporotic fractures, like hip or femur breaks from falls. A…
Ever feel like you’re running on fumes and your brain feels like scrambled eggs? You, my friend, are likely battling mental fatigue—a sneaky energy thief that can leave even the most active, health-conscious women feeling utterly drained.…