It’s almost a year since my breast explant surgery.

I’m sharing what the journey has really been like, from redefining my own version of femininity to discovering that confidence comes not from changing my body, but from accepting it as is.

We often measure ourselves by our perceived “imperfections”—whether it’s our stomach, arms, skin, or scars—forgetting that we’re so much more than a sum of individual parts. If you've ever found yourself replaying that background noise of self-criticism, this episode is for you.

In this episode I talk about:
✨ Redefining femininity: it’s personal, and it’s empowering.
✨ Body confidence as is—embracing where I am now without striving for perfection.
✨ The value in letting go of “standards” that were never really ours to begin with.
✨ How self-acceptance can open up new freedom, connection, and even joy.

Thank you for listening, and I hope you find encouragement here to love and accept yourself fully and completely.

-Tanja x

For years, I was chasing that elusive goal of being in the best shape of my life... which, in my mind, meant effortlessly running up a long hill looking graceful—and without my thighs chafing.

But lately, my goal has changed. Now, it’s not about being in the best shape OF my life, but in the best shape FOR my life.

What does that even mean?

It's about looking beyond the here and now. Sure, I still want to feel strong and confident, but now I’m also thinking about things like:

• Strengthening my body so I can hike and climb stairs and play well into my 80s and 90s
• Prioritizing my joints so I can keep doing the things I love (like hiking adventures 🏔️)
• Thinking about my hormones so that I ACTUALLY can sleep at night and don't burn myself out

And sometimes, the best thing I can do for my health is REST.

So, if you’re curious about how this mindset shift can help YOU live a strong, active, and vibrant life for years to come, tune in to my latest podcast episode: “The Best Shape for Your Life.”

I'm so glad you're here!

-Tanja x

Do you ever find yourself going to the gym but wondering if you're actually making progress?

🙋‍♀️ If so, you’re not alone! (Trust me, I’ve been there too... at least walking laps of the gym counts toward my daily steps... 🤔)

In this week's episode of Fit in Real Life, I’m breaking down how to get the MOST out of your strength workout—because if you’re going to spend some time at the gym, you might as well get something for your effort!

Here’s what we’re diving into:
✔️ How to warm up so that you don't tweak your back on the first setp
✔️ Why having a plan isn’t just for vacations and home renovations
✔️ The magic of tracking your progress—because, yes, those extra 5 lbs are a big deal!
✔️ How to activate the correct muscles
✔️ And, of course, the key to getting stronger: progressive overload—also known as the art of not staying comfy with those 10-lb dumbbells forever. 😉

So, if you’re ready to level up your strength workouts, hit play and give this episode a listen! 🎧

Let's work hard and have some fun along the way 💪

-Tanja x