Hormonal Shifts & Weight Gain
Fluctuating estrogen, joint pain, stubborn weight gain — midlife hormonal shifts can feel like your body is working against you. LiftHerUp programs are built around these changes, not in spite of them.
LiftHerUp Strength helps women in perimenopause and menopause train with purpose — for strength, longevity, and confidence.
Free Resources to Get Started
Evidence-based guides and tools to help you build strength and sustainable habits.
5 Protein-Packed Breakfast Ideas
Start your day with energy and strength. Get my free guide with simple, high-protein breakfast recipes designed for women in midlife.
4-Week Strength Starter Plan
New to strength training? This beginner-friendly program will help you build confidence and proper form in just 4 weeks.
From the Blog
Expert advice, workout tips, and nutrition guidance to help you achieve your fitness goals.
How I Reversed My Perimenopause Weight Gain: A Personal Journey
Have you ever felt like your body suddenly stopped playing by the rules you’ve known for years? That’s exactly what happened to me when perimenopause quietly crept into my life, bringing unwelcome weight gain that seemed impossible to shake.
How to Work Out During Perimenopause: A Simple, Strong Plan for Women 35–55
Perimenopause can hit you like a freight train as early as your late thirties, but the training strategies that worked in your twenties won't cut it anymore. Here's how to adapt your workouts to work with your changing hormones instead of against them.
Hi, I'm Marie
I'm a certified strength coach with a PhD in computational chemistry and a background in healthcare AI. I specialize in coaching midlife women who want to train for strength, health, and long-term resilience — whether they're just getting started or already lifting.
My approach is outcome-focused and evidence-based. I help women build muscle, improve bone density, and develop habits that support lifelong health.