Exercising and Menopause

Menopause is a difficult time for many women. Around this time, our hormone levels go through extreme ups and downs, resulting in symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, anxiety, stress and depression.

Fortunately, there is one treatment that is excellent for minimizing the effects. That’s right, I’m talking about exercise. Although it seems like the last thing you’d want to do as you go through the emotional and physical hills and valleys, a healthy diet and exercise regime can really help you feel better when it’s at its worst. At the heart of it, exercise is not only essential to our weight-loss goals but it also boosts our mood levels, keeping us vibrant and aware, both mentally and physically.

If your joints are feeling a bit sore and your muscles stiff, make sure your workout is full of gentle exercises that promote flexibility. A good workout also gets your blood flowing to all the right areas, including your brain, helping to keep your memory going strong, as forgetfulness is another common symptom of menopause.

Exercise is also excellent for preventing weight from coming back, as our hormone levels rocket up and down. Regular exercise keeps our metabolisms in check and helps us combat weight gain. A frequent cardio regime also helps reduce our risk of heart disease. Strength training is also essential for keeping our bones strong and healthy. This helps maintain our bone density and promote bone health, which is much more of a concern with women at the age of menopause. Aging is a natural part of life, but ensuring you have a regular exercise regime and a healthy nutrition plan slows the aging process.