I’ve been taking creatine for a year now. I started at three grams and now take five grams. I’ve noticed an increase in muscle tone, stamina, and energy level. I chose Thorne because it’s NSF certified, which means it’s held to a stricter standard that ensures it’s free from harmful substances and accurately labeled.

A health and fitness editor I trust started posting about essential amino acids, the building blocks of protein that boost natural energy, build lean muscle, and enhance athletic recovery. I’ve been taking this brand’s EAAs for about six months and notice an increase in all of the above. The Mango flavor is my favorite.

I spend a lot of time in athletic leggings and recently got my first pair from Alo. Priced at $108, they’re a splurge, but I must say, they’re the most comfortable pair I own. I have the Alosoft and the material feels buttery soft and stretchy, yet still offer great compression.

I’m a walking cliché—literally. I’ve joined the club of 40-something perimenopausal women walking around in weighted vests. This one is a whopping 25lbs. It took some time to build up to longer walks. I use it one-to-two times a week to boost muscle, bone density, and calorie burn.

I aim for 7000 to 10,000 steps a day. In the warmer months, I went outside for daily walks around my hilly neighborhood. But I’m not a fan of the cold in winter. So I recently got this foldable treadmill, and it totally does the trick. It doesn’t take up as much space as a full-size treadmill, but still works great.