They also reframe winter. What looks cold, miserable, and borderline unlivable to the rest of us is, for elite athletes, a perfectly calibrated environment. Spoiler: They know how to dress for it.
It’s a reminder the Olympics are about more than landing a triple axel (or armchair commenting that you so could). They have a way of shifting how we see things.
If your algorithm has sorted you into Camp Perimenopause, chances are you’ve seen influencers touting testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). That’s because testosterone levels decline with age, which can affect libido, energy, and overall sexual function — fueling interest in TRT, including from the likes of Halle Berry and Kate Winslet.
Social media makes it seem simple to start, but TRT isn’t FDA-approved for women, which means dosing isn’t standardized. Most prescriptions come through menopause specialists or hormone clinics, with customized doses made to order. Finding the right amount can take trial and error — and you’ll likely pay out of pocket.
Still, many women report meaningful benefits. Some experience higher libido, and others say they’ve had orgasms for the first time — shifts that can change intimacy and relationship dynamics.
It’s a lot to think about.
For Your Sanity:
Lifestyle still matters. Sleep, nutrition, and stress management affect many of the same symptoms some women use testosterone to treat.
Find a specialist. Not every clinician prescribes testosterone. A menopause specialist can help you explore appropriate treatments.
Know your options. TRT is typically prescribed as injections, creams, gels, patches, or time-release pellets that last months and are harder to adjust.
Recently, the White House launched TrumpRx, a website offering medication discounts directly to consumers. It’s not a pharmacy, so it won’t replace your CVS run or give you access to drugs that aren’t already available. Instead, TrumpRx coupons lower the cost of some drugs at participating pharmacies.
Even with insurance, it may be worth checking. TrumpRx prices could be lower than your copay, especially if a drug isn’t covered or you haven’t met your deductible. Just FYI: Cash purchases typically won’t count toward your plan’s out-of-pocket limits — but they could still save you money upfront.
A: "Feeling confused is completely normal — there’s a lot of information (and misinformation) out there! Start by using your pediatrician as your guide. Ask what vaccines are recommended, when they’re given, and what diseases they prevent. A helpful question is, 'Can you walk me through why each vaccine is important right now?'
Pediatricians follow evidence-based schedules from the American Academy of Pediatrics designed to protect babies when they’re most vulnerable. Share your concerns openly. Your doctor’s job isn’t to judge, but to partner with you so you can make confident, informed decisions for your child.”
I’m currently in grad school to become a therapist, where part of the job is identifying tools clients can use to improve their mental health. It’s not so different from being a personal trainer. Mental health, like fitness, benefits from a multipronged approach.
Which is why some new research caught my attention: An analysis of nearly 80,000 people captured the frequency of exercise — strength training, yoga, and cardio specifically — that helps offset depression and anxiety. The magic number? Around twice per week.
Movement helping mood isn’t new (hi, endorphins). What’s changed is how clearly research now spells out effective doses. And it’s not just relevant for diagnosed disorders. CDC data shows nearly one in five adults experiences anxiety symptoms in a given year, and many more move through periods of stress, burnout, or low mood. Considering, *gestures wildly at state of world* this feels especially useful.
—Jordan “building that mind-body connection” Galloway, editor
