4 Ways to Feel Your Best After 40

by Grassroots Mind Body Energy Works

They say 40 is the new 30—but we believe it’s even better than that. At 40 and beyond, you’re wiser, more grounded, and ready to reconnect with yourself in ways that align with your body, mind, and spirit. But feeling your best doesn’t just happen—it’s a conscious practice.

Here are 4 powerful ways to feel vibrant, strong, and radiant after 40:

1. Prioritize Restorative Movement Over Exhaustion

Our bodies shift with age, and the days of pushing through grueling workouts that leave you depleted may be behind you—and that’s a good thing. At this stage, your body craves mindful movement:

• Yoga, Pilates, or tai chi to build flexibility and core strength

• Nature walks or low-impact hiking to reduce stress and increase serotonin

• Stretching and mobility work to protect joints and posture

Movement should nourish, not punish. Tune into what feels restorative, not exhausting.

2. Fuel with Intention, Not Restriction

Forget fad diets and deprivation. Feeling your best starts with fueling your body intentionally.

• Focus on whole, unprocessed foods that support hormone balance and cellular energy

• Add healthy fats, lean protein, and fiber to keep blood sugar stable

• Drink water like it’s your job—hydration is a game changer for energy, skin, and clarity

When you eat in a way that honors your body, you naturally feel more empowered and energized.

3. Get Curious About Your Emotional Body

Emotional wellbeing is just as essential as physical health—especially after 40, when many of us face career shifts, family transitions, and a deeper search for purpose.

Try:

• Breathwork or meditation to reconnect with your inner calm

• Energy work or reiki to release stored tension and trauma

• Journaling to explore your needs and desires without judgment

This isn’t about “fixing” yourself—it’s about coming home to yourself.

4. Create a Sacred Self-Care Ritual (and Stick to It)

Your time is precious—and so is your well-being. Establishing a weekly or daily ritual that’s just for you is an act of radical self-love.

• Book a monthly massage or energy balancing session

• Light a candle, sip herbal tea, and sit in stillness for 10 minutes each morning

• Make sleep non-negotiable—your body heals and recharges most deeply in rest

You deserve to feel nourished, grounded, and radiant. Let your self-care be a non-negotiable, sacred rhythm in your life.

You Are Not Aging—You Are Evolving.

At Grassroots Mind Body Energy Works, we specialize in supporting clients through every stage of life with healing practices that support the whole self. Whether you’re ready to explore energy healing, book bodywork, or simply start listening more closely to your needs—we’re here to walk with you.