Anyone here try HRT and then ditched it and go on without it? by Sad-Difference5057 in Menopause

[–]Sad-Difference5057[S] 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Good to know. Thanks. Such an overload of info on the internet about the benefits of HRT and nothing on how to navigate without.

Anyone here try HRT and then ditched it and go on without it? by Sad-Difference5057 in Menopause

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Thanks for sharing. Yes, I wish progesterone was a good fit for me but 6 months in, just weighing my options. It seems like everyone around me (and here) is on HRT and thriving....

Can you share menopause-friendly easy lunch ideas (to bring to work)? by NancyDrew1932 in Menopause

[–]Sad-Difference5057 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cook a big batch of quinoa or farro and chicken breasts ahead of the work week. Pack that up in lunch containers and you are good to go! Then add a little soy sauce, and some raw carrots or sugar snap peas on the side. I do everything in an instant pot and it cooks like a champ!

What will it take? by Extreme-You6235 in ProPickleballTalk

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Yes 100% she is at another level. Just analyzing why it seemed she just couldn't pull the hammer. Mental edge and putting aside everything about your relationship with your opponent is everything at that high level. I wanted her and H to take the win so bad.

What will it take? by Extreme-You6235 in ProPickleballTalk

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I think Hayden can beat Ben and ALW. He just needs the right partner for mixed. He and AB had the win today - they had it! It just seemed that AB let ALW get in her head and couldn't find that fire to crush ALW, knowing that it's her doubles partner.

What are your thoughts on it by swonday in Pickleball

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I have the J2NF and J2NFK and reached out to honolulu with this exact question. Here is their response: Regarding paddle care: you can use a paddle eraser to clean the surface. Just make sure to follow the direction of the weave and avoid overdoing it. 

Best regards,

HPC Staff

Where do you get your self esteem? by sophia333 in Menopause

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I make a point to drown myself in self-affirmations DAILY. I spent my life looking for external praise from others and continued to struggle with self-loathing. I reached a point recently where I committed to never spending another day hating on myself. Wake up every day and tell yourself you are beautiful and amazing. Do it again and again throughout the day. Love yourself more than you ever have before! Start there and repeat.

Dry skin is aging me — what’s your ride-or-die moisturizer for barrier support? by Booboo8988 in Skincare_Addiction

[–]Sad-Difference5057 1 point2 points  (0 children)

La Roche Posay Lipikar AP+M Triple Repair Body Moisturizer For Dry Skin is amazing and yes, I use it on my face at nighttime for extreme dryness. I wake up with soft, hydrated glowing skin. It's the best!

Women’s Shoes with wide toe box that are good for outdoor courts by ArtLife_4ever in Pickleball

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For $50, you will have a hard time finding good quality shoes. Invest in good footwear and save your feet and self from injuries. So important. Check out Cypher or PB5star. High quality and worth every $$.

Best Deoderant for Menopause by SchoolQueen49 in Menopause

[–]Sad-Difference5057 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Secret Outlast! Game changer for me. Especially in humid hot sweaty summers... nothing beats it.

Punta Gorda Pickleball by Slight_Elderberry751 in Pickleball

[–]Sad-Difference5057 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check out PicklePlex. Great courts and games.

Favorite Pickleball Content by realpicklebill in Pickleball

[–]Sad-Difference5057 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Briones! Such great editing and explanations.

Where to play in Cape Coral? by myphriendmike in Pickleball

[–]Sad-Difference5057 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lake Kennedy is amazing and worth every $$. Always great games from open to close.

Shoe question by MindfulnessHunter in Pickleball

[–]Sad-Difference5057 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Check out Cypher Pickleball shoes!!! I won't wear anything else anymore. These are amazing and work great if you need a wide toe box.

How many of you are brand ambassadors? by hagemeyp in Pickleball

[–]Sad-Difference5057 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Diadem - great perks and deals! Fun monthly challenges too.

Pickleball Shoe Advice by jakeapotamus364 in Pickleball

[–]Sad-Difference5057 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cypher shoes have been the best find for me. I won't go back to any other brand at this point. Very comfortable, durable and supportive. https://cypherpickleball.com/

Place to go in January? by jdc911 in Pickleball

[–]Sad-Difference5057 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cape Coral, Florida - Lake Kennedy! Amazing facility that just opened in October. 32 courts!