Followed by the episode's summary, the bottom line is that there seems to be a pattern between weight gain and the holidays every year. These include Halloween parties, Thanksgiving, and other holiday feasts. You may plan to invite your family over or to visit them during the holidays. That means you’ll eat more and move less. Why is it important to have strong abs and a strong core? I want you to start this end of the year a bit different than other years by starting to strengthen your abs and core. Not only is it helpful when you schlepp your luggage through the airport, lift a grandkid in the air, and play active games with your grown kids. But strong abs and core have so many health benefits, especially as we are getting older. So I’m also sharing my 5 top core exercises that anyone can do to strengthen their abs and core.  This episode includes 5 tips to get strong and lean core for women over 50s plus a video for you to get started with great exercises. You can have a strong core and great-looking abs at any age. Remember that everybody is different, but what we are willing to do to get those abs looking the way we want can be a considerable commitment. So instead of thinking about washboard abs, think: health and fitness and using that strong core for adventures during your second half of life.    Click here to listen! Rating, Review & Follow on Apple Podcasts Heike’s insights are so helpful in creating a well-rounded, healthy lifestyle! Loving every episode of the Pursue Your Spark podcast!” ← if that sounds like you, consider rating and reviewing my show here!  Your action helps me support more empty-nester moms 50+ - just like you - thriving in their second-half of life.  Click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with 5 stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let me know what you loved most about the episode! Plus, if you haven’t already, subscribe to the podcast. There is always something new on the feed and, if you’re not subscribed, there’s a chance you’ll miss out. Subscribe NOW! Links mentioned in the show: 5 Pilates Abdominals Video The Empty Nester Reboot   For more episodes, click here.