
For much of their lives, women devote their energy and time to nurturing others.
However, after the age of 40 this tends to take a toll on their health and wellbeing.
Health coach Monique Weschta has created a 10-week Healthy Ageing programme to provide support for older women seeking to regain control of their health and develop better habits.
The programme is carried out over Zoom and made up of both group and individual coaching sessions. Week 1 is an individual, one-on-one session aimed at creating a goal-orientated health plan suited for each individual. The first three group sessions are webinars to educate participants on nutrition and how to integrate healthy eating into one’s life, the importance of exercise and the effect stimulants have on our bodies. The one-on-one sessions start during the last week of September and the first group session on October 4. All the group sessions are on a Tuesday from 6-7pm. The rate is R2,100 per person.
This programme is part of Weschta’s ongoing efforts to destigmatise menopause and assist in ensuring women live healthier and happier lives well into old age. Health coaching is a more sustainable means of integrating healthy habits into one’s lifestyle given that the programme is tailored to suit each individual’s preferences and needs. It incorporates group sessions to encourage the development of a supportive and accountable community between the participants.
After 10 weeks, Weschta says the programme will have debunked misconceptions about healthy living — mainly that it implies restriction and punishment.
“I hope participants will see that changes can be easy and fun; no drastic measures, no pills or shakes, just a new awareness about healthy living that is easy to implement. You will learn about the nutritional value of food and what your body needs to thrive, and be equipped to live a health life.”
Previous participants report improved energy levels, less stress, better sleep, reduced cravings, increased weight loss, reduced hormonal symptoms and an improved drive for life.
One former participant said: “Working with Monique has changed my life! I have been equipped with really easy, manageable and achievable skills, which I will always be able to use in my life.”
For more information please contact Monique on Weschta on: moniquew100@gmail.com