Strong Foundations: A Women's Guide to Thriving After 40
A 4-Session Workshop for Women Ready to Take Control of Their Changing Bodies
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Is Your Body Changing in Ways You Don't Recognize?
Are you noticing changes in your body that don't match how you feel inside?
Struggling with unexplained weight gain, decreasing energy, or concerns about bone health? Many women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond find themselves facing physical changes that seem to come out of nowhere.
Your weight shifts to new places despite maintaining the same diet and exercise routines you’ve always followed. Suddenly the strategies that worked for decades no longer seem effective.
Digestive discomfort becomes more common, affecting not just your comfort but your energy levels throughout the day. What you eat impacts your body differently than before.
Concerns about bone health increase as you become aware that after menopause, women can lose up to 20% of bone density within just 5-7 years, raising questions about your long-term mobility and independence.
You notice changes in strength and endurance as your body naturally loses 3-8% muscle mass per decade starting in your 40s, affecting everything from carrying groceries to keeping up with activities you love.
These changes are normal physiological responses—but they don’t have to define your quality of life or limit your activities.
With evidence-based strategies from physical therapy and nutrition science, you can strengthen your body’s foundations and regain control of how you feel, move, and age.
Meet Your Instructors
Melinda Crisostomo MPT
Physical Therapist & Women's Health Advocate
Melinda brings over 23 years of expertise as a physical therapist at Balance Health Center, specializing in women’s strength and mobility.
Her deep understanding of midlife hormonal changes has helped hundreds of women overcome age-related challenges.
Combining clinical excellence with personal experience, she empowers women to maintain vitality and confidence throughout their 40s and beyond.
Barbara Kris MS
Women’s Nutrition & Weight Loss Coach & IFBB Pro
Barbara Kris is a dedicated nutrition coach specializing in sustainable weight loss for women 40 and older.
With first-hand experience balancing a high-pressure career, transforming her body, and building long-term healthy habits, she deeply understands where women struggle—and how to help them thrive.
Her evidence-based, simple approach is designed for life, showing women how to enjoy the foods they love—only smarter—so they can build confidence, boost energy, and create lasting habits that truly work for their bodies.
Our Approach is Different Because:
- We understand the unique challenges of balancing career, family, and a changing body—because we've been there ourselves.
- Our approach is practical and sustainable, making it easy to integrate into your daily life.
- Every strategy is backed by science and real-world experience, not trends or quick fixes.
- We’ve helped hundreds of women 40+ lose weight without restrictive dieting or sacrificing the foods they love.
- We focus on proven methods that deliver lasting results, not just theories.
A Complete System for Women's Health After 40
Four transformative sessions designed to rebuild your health foundation from the inside out
Unlike generic health advice or one-size-fits-all approaches, the Strong Foundations Appraoch addresses the specific physiological changes women experience in their 40s, 50s, and beyond. We’ve created a comprehensive system that works with your changing body—not against it.
What Makes This Workshop Uniquely Effective:
Personalized Attention in a Small-Group Setting Limited to just 15 participants, ensuring you receive individualized guidance while benefiting from a supportive community of women sharing similar experiences.
Science-Backed, Practical Approaches Every strategy we teach is grounded in current research on women’s health and translated into actionable steps you can implement immediately.
Integrated Physical Therapy + Nutrition Expertise Experience the power of addressing both movement and nutrition simultaneously—the way your body actually functions—rather than treating them as separate concerns.
Built for Real Life Implementation No extreme diets. No complicated exercise regimens. Just straightforward, sustainable practices designed to fit into your existing lifestyle.
Take-Home Resources and Ongoing Support Leave each session with practical tools, guidance materials, and strategies you can reference and implement long after the workshop ends.
This isn’t just education—it’s transformation. By the final session, you’ll have a complete roadmap for strengthening your body’s foundation and navigating the changes ahead with confidence.
Your Four-Session Journey to Better Health
Each session builds upon the previous one, creating a comprehensive approach to women's health that addresses your body's interconnected systems.
Session 1:
The Three Pillars: Gut, Bone, and Muscle Essentials
In this essential first session, you’ll:
Understand how these three critical systems determine your overall health and longevity
Discover why traditional approaches to women’s health often fail after 40
Learn to identify your personal priority areas through our guided assessment
Create your personalized health baseline to measure your progress
After this session, you’ll have: A clear understanding of how your changing body works and which foundational elements need immediate attention.
Session 2:
Gut Power: Your Digestive Engine for Strength
During this transformative session, you’ll:
Discover the unexpected connection between gut health and weight management after 40
Learn which foods support—and which secretly sabotage—your digestive health
Master simple techniques to improve nutrient absorption and reduce inflammation
Understand how to pair specific foods with movement for maximum benefit
After this session, you’ll be able to: Implement a gut-friendly nutrition plan that enhances your energy, reduces digestive discomfort, and supports your metabolism.
Session 3:
Unbreakable: Building Bones That Last
In this vital session, you’ll:
Learn the specific exercises proven to increase bone density (and which to avoid)
Discover the critical nutrients beyond calcium that determine bone health
Master proper movement techniques that protect your joints while strengthening bones
Create a sustainable plan that prevents osteoporosis and maintains mobility
After this session, you’ll know how to: Protect and strengthen your skeletal system with the right combination of targeted exercises and bone-building nutrition.
Session 4:
Muscle Matters: Firing Up Your Metabolism
In our capstone session, you’ll:
Understand the connection between muscle mass, metabolism, and overall energy
Learn age-appropriate strength training techniques you can do anywhere
Master the protein timing and nutrient strategies that support muscle maintenance
Create your 3-month action plan for continuing progress after the workshop
After this session, you’ll leave with: A complete, customized strategy for maintaining muscle, supporting metabolism, and ensuring long-term vitality—plus the confidence to implement it.
Each session combines education, demonstration, and practice so you'll not only understand what to do, but also how to do it correctly in your daily life.
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What You'll Receive:
PROFESSIONAL GUIDANCE & ASSESSMENT
| What You Receive | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Nutrition Planning with Certified Nutritionist | $150-200 |
| Movement Assessment Guidance with Licensed PT | $150-175 |
| Hormone Balance Strategy Session | $125-150 |
| Subtotal Value | $425-525 |
TAKE-HOME RESOURCES & TOOLS
| What You Receive | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| Customized Recipe Collection for Women 40+ | $45-60 |
| Progressive Exercise Program | $75-100 |
| Meal Planning Templates & Shopping Lists | $25-35 |
| Resource Directory & Implementation Roadmap | $35-50 |
| Subtotal Value | $180-245 |
EXPERT KNOWLEDGE & GROUP LEARNING
| What You Receive | Typical Cost |
|---|---|
| 6 Hours of Expert-Led Education | $300-450 |
| Research-Based Solutions for Common Issues | $95-125 |
| Q&A Opportunities with Health Professionals | $100-150 |
| Community Connection & Peer Support | Priceless |
| Subtotal Value | $495-725 |
TOTAL VALUE: $1,100-1,495
YOUR INVESTMENT: JUST $395
frequently asked questions
Still have questions? We’ve got answers…
Absolutely. Strong Foundations is specifically designed to meet you where you are, regardless of your current fitness level or nutrition knowledge. Our approach starts with the basics and builds gradually, making it accessible for complete beginners while still valuable for those with more experience.
Yes. The nutritional principles we teach work within various dietary frameworks, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and many other specific needs. Our nutritionist has experience adapting recommendations for multiple dietary restrictions and will provide alternatives when necessary.
Many participants report improved energy and digestion within the first 1-2 weeks of implementing our gut health strategies. Bone and muscle changes take longer to measure objectively, but most women notice improvements in strength, balance, and overall well-being within 4-8 weeks of following the program consistently.
We recommend setting aside 20-30 minutes, 3-4 times per week for implementing the movement practices. The nutrition strategies require some initial planning but integrate into your normal meal preparation routines. We’ve designed this program for busy women and focus on efficient, sustainable practices rather than time-consuming regimens.
In most cases, yes. Our instructors are experienced in working with women who have common health conditions such as thyroid issues, diabetes, osteopenia/osteoporosis, and arthritis. However, we recommend checking with your healthcare provider before beginning any new health program. During the first session, you’ll have an opportunity to discuss any specific concerns with our instructors.
Our integrated approach is specifically designed for women’s changing physiology after 40. Rather than generic health advice, every strategy addresses the hormonal, metabolic, and structural changes unique to this stage of life. Additionally, having both physical therapy and nutrition expertise means we address how these systems work together—not in isolation.
While we encourage attending all four sessions for the full benefit, we understand life happens. Each participant receives detailed session notes, and we offer a 30-minute catch-up call option if you need to miss a workshop day.
Workshop Details & Logistics
Dates and Times
Strong Foundations: A Woman's Guide to Thriving After 40
The Three Pillars: Gut, Bone, and Muscle Essentials
Saturday, March 29, 2025 | 11:00am – 12:30pm
Gut Power: Your Digestive Engine for Strength
Saturday, April 5, 2025 | 11:00am – 12:30pm
Unbreakable: Building Bones That Last
Saturday, April 12, 2025 | 11:00am – 12:30pm
Muscle Matters: Firing Up Your Metabolism
Saturday, April 19, 2025 | 11:00am – 12:30pm
Location
Balance Health Center
236 W Ojai Avenue
Ojai, CA 93023
(on the corner of Ojai Avenue and Cañada Street)
(805) 640-1510
Investment
Regular Registration: $395 Early Bird Special: $345 (until March 21, 2025) All materials and resources included
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothing for gentle movement exercises
- Water bottle
- Notebook (optional – comprehensive handouts provided)
Group Size
Limited to 15 participants to ensure personalized attention and a supportive community experience.
Accessibility
The venue is wheelchair accessible, and all exercises can be modified for various physical limitations. Please contact us with any specific accessibility needs.
Our Commitment to Your Satisfaction
100% Satisfaction Guarantee
We’re confident that Strong Foundations will provide exceptional value for your health journey. If after attending the first full session you don’t feel the workshop will benefit you, simply let us know before the second session and we’ll refund your investment in full—no questions asked.
Why We Offer This Guarantee
We understand that investing in your health is a significant decision. This guarantee removes the risk and ensures you can experience our approach firsthand before fully committing.
Limited Availability
Only 15 spots are available for this workshop series.
Our small-group format ensures you receive personalized attention and guidance. Previous workshops have filled completely within 5-7 days of registration opening.
Early Bird Discount Ends Soon
Secure your spot by March 15, 2025 to save $50 with our early bird pricing.
Still on the fence?
Many current health approaches fail women over 40 because they don’t address the specific physiological changes happening in your body. This workshop is your opportunity to gain clarity and control with evidence-based strategies tailored specifically for your changing needs.
Don’t spend another year frustrated by approaches that worked in your 30s but fail you now. Join us to build the strong foundation your body needs for the decades ahead.
Secure Your Spot Now
(805) 640-1510
Early Bird Price: $345 (Regular Price: $395) Register by March 21
What You’ll Receive:
✓ Four interactive workshop sessions with experts in women’s health
✓ Comprehensive take-home materials for each session
✓ Personalized movement assessment and recommendations
✓ Nutrition planning tools customized for women 40+
✓ 3-month action plan to continue your progress
✓ Access to our private community for ongoing support
✓ Certificate of completion
Don’t Wait to Prioritize Your Health
The approaches that worked in your 30s won’t serve you in the decades ahead. Join us to learn evidence-based strategies specifically designed for your changing body.
(805) 640-1510
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Medical Disclaimer
The information presented in this workshop is educational in nature and not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. All recommendations should be discussed with your personal healthcare provider.
Our physical therapist and nutritionist will provide evidence-based recommendations, but these do not replace personalized medical advice from your healthcare team.
Have Additional Questions?
Phone: (805) 640-1510 Email: info@physioed.com Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm PT
We’re happy to answer any questions you may have before registering.
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