Privacy Policy
Introduction
Muscles & Readers ("we," "us," or "our") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, how we protect it, and the choices you have regarding your data when you visit www.musclesandreaders.com or participate in our community, newsletters, Circles (live cohorts), retreats, or other offerings.
By using our Website or services, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us, as well as certain information automatically when you use our Website.
Information you provide:
Name, email address, and contact information when you subscribe to our newsletter, create an account, or contact us.
Payment information (processed by secure third-party providers) when you purchase a membership, register for a Circle, or pay for a retreat.
Profile information, posts, comments, and other content you voluntarily share within our community spaces.
Communications you send us by email or through Website forms.
Information collected automatically:
Device and usage data, including IP address, browser type, pages visited, time spent on the site, and referring URLs.
Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 5 below).
2. How We Use Your Information
We use your personal information to:
Provide access to our community, courses, cohorts, retreats, and other services.
Process payments, manage subscriptions, and send transactional communications (receipts, account notifications, renewal reminders).
Send newsletters and updates about Muscles & Readers offerings you have opted into.
Respond to inquiries, provide customer support, and communicate with you about your account.
Improve our Website, content, and member experience through analytics.
Comply with legal obligations and protect the safety, rights, and property of Muscles & Readers, our members, and the public.
We do not use your personal information for purposes unrelated to those described in this Policy without your consent.
3. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share your information in the following limited circumstances:
Service providers: We work with trusted third-party vendors who help us operate our business — including email delivery (Kit), community hosting (Skool), payment processing (Stripe, PayPal, or similar), website hosting (Squarespace), and analytics. These providers have access to your information only as needed to perform their services and are obligated to protect it.
Legal requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, subpoena, court order, or to protect the safety, rights, or property of Muscles & Readers, our members, or others.
Business transfers: If Muscles & Readers is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you of any such change.
4. Data Security
We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Website uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience, remember your preferences, analyze site traffic, and understand how visitors use our content. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings, though some features of the Website may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
We may also use third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) that collect aggregated, anonymized data about Website usage.
6. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
Access the personal information we hold about you.
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
Request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and contractual obligations.
Opt out of marketing communications at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in any email or contacting us directly.
Request a copy of your data in a portable format.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at hello@themendcounseling.com.
7. Children's Privacy
Muscles & Readers is intended for adults, and our content is directed to women in midlife. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under the age of 18. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete it.
8. Third-Party Links
Our Website and community may contain links to third-party websites, products, or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of those third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing them with any personal information.
9. International Users
Muscles & Readers is based in the United States. If you access our Website or services from outside the U.S., please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from those in your country.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Muscles & Readers is a project of The Mend Counseling, LLC hello@themendcounseling.com
14 Inverness Drive East Building C, Suite 230 Englewood, CO 80112
Last updated: 06.08.2026