Optimizing Exercise for Menopausal Women: Balancing Heavy Lifting and High Intensity Workouts

In this episode Mary delves into the nuances of exercise for women during menopause and perimenopause.

Mary discusses the physiology of exercise she learned as a student of Dr. Stacy Sims (Menopause 2.0), emphasizing the importance of both heavy lifting and high volume workouts for muscle growth, metabolic health, and overall resilience.

The episode covers why and how exercise should be adapted for midlife bodies, examining the benefits and differences between high intensity and high volume training approaches.

Mary also provides practical tips she gained as a certified Women's Coaching Specialist (Girls Gone Strong) on developing a sustainable exercise routine that includes cardiovascular training, interval workouts, and strength training.

Resources

• Why HIIT Matters for Women’s Body and Brain Health by Dr. Stacy Sims
• Take your health journey during menopause further with the Midlife Belly Fat Reset, a FREE guide to help women kickstart their fitness journey. Visit https://subscribepage.io/bellyfatreset

00:54 The Psychology and Physiology of Exercise
01:18 Why Exercise is Crucial During Menopause
01:55 Adapting Exercise for Midlife Bodies
03:22 Heavy Lifting vs. High Volume Training
06:13 The Benefits of Heavy Resistance Training
08:08 High Volume Lightweights and Their Role
10:06 Combining Heavy Lifting and High Volume
11:28 Ideal Exercise Amounts for Menopausal Women
15:52 Practical Tips for Starting Your Fitness Journey
17:57 Conclusion and Free Resources

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Hi, I'm Mary, a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula, and Women's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace their transition from peri- to post-menopause.

Turn your menopause transition into a transformation with my exclusive Menopause Intelligence Course, an 8-module, self-paced learning journey to empower you to take agency over your health and make informed decisions with your healthcare team.

I also deliver corporate education seminars, helping forward-thinking organizations create a menopause-friendly workplace and design policies to accommodate employees at work while fostering a positive and supportive organizational culture.

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Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and does not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional.