Refresh & Reset at Midlife: A “Me First” Guide with the Science to Back It Up
Midlife often means juggling aging parents, kids launching, relationships changing, illness, and financial stress. Many women are exhausted and burned out, but at mod.life®, we believe it’s time to put yourself first.
Here’s how to refresh, reset, and why it matters—with data to inspire you:
Prioritize Your Plate: Eat the Rainbow
Harvard research shows that a diet rich in plant-based foods and lower in ultra-processed foods is directly linked to healthier aging and more years lived free of chronic disease.
Keeping your teeth clean and professionally cleaned every 3 months in your 50s is recommended as well. Mouth bacteria can go to the brain and heart.
Partner with a Functional Medicine Doctor
Multidisciplinary care is key: The latest midlife women’s health programs emphasize individualized approaches, including hormone health, gut function. Have you had your hormones tested recently?
Move for Joy, Not Just Results
Regular exercise—at least 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous activity daily—can add years to your life and reduce the risk of chronic disease. .
Exercise also combats stress and supports mental health, a critical need for women at midlife and must be done at least 5 days per week. Walk.High. Box. Dance. Life weights.
Meditation & Mindfulness
Mind-body strategies, like meditation, are proven to reduce stress and improve resilience. Have you tried our Mod Meditations?
Chronic stress is linked to anxiety, obesity, and even chronic pain, so daily mindfulness and reflective time can be so transportive.
Spiritual & Social Connection
Social engagement and spiritual exploration are linked to better mental health and longevity.
Harvard’s research highlights that only about 9% of people reach age 70 with intact physical, cognitive, and mental health, underscoring the importance of proactive taking care of you
Make Time for Fun
Laughter, play, and hobbies aren’t just luxuries—they’re essential for well-being and longevity. Be sure to talk with people of ALL age groups. Try a hip hop class. Do a meetup and learn chess.
Women who practice four or five healthy habits at age 50 live an average of 34.4 more years free of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer, compared to just 23.7 healthy years for those who do not. Wow!!
Midlife is your moment to reset. Put yourself first, and you’ll be better equipped to handle everything else—with science and style on your side. Start with food. Sleep. Few chemicals in the home. Declutter. Make sure your space feels like you. Move. Meditate. Make time for yourself and for your social life. Take on a mod attitude. www.Mod.Life