The Importance of Exercising During Menopause
During menopause, women tend to gain abdominal fat and lose muscle mass. In order to prevent belly fat and weight gain during menopause, physical activity is crucial. It is also important to maintain strong bones during menopause to lower the risk of fractures, osteopenia, and osteoporosis. Exercise helps to slow bone loss and is a mood booster, helping to lower depression in menopausal women.
Which Physical Activities are Best During Menopause?
According to the Department of Health and Human Services, the recommendation for physical activity is moderate aerobic activity for at 150 minutes or 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity each week. Please note that it is important to incorporate stretching at the end of each workout.
How do I stay motivated to exercise?
Be realistic, set goals that are achievable, find a partner to work out with, go to a dance class, park further than your destination, most importantly choose an exercise you enjoy!
Fitness tips for menopause: Staying active. (2019, August 15). Retrieved April 12, 2021, from https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/womens-health/in-depth/fitness-tips-for-menopause/art-20044602