Q and A with Vicky

 

Can a Menopausal woman get toned?  YES!

It is a common misconception that advancing age limits the ability to get “back in shape” or in shape at all.

A strategic approach involving a nutritious diet coupled with a mix of cardio and strength training exercises can lead to substantial improvements in physical, mental, and hormonal health.

Crucially during menopause, exercise can strengthen bones, reducing the risk of osteoporosis. Put simply, the more work you give your bones to do, the stronger they will become. Strength training can also have a positive impact on mental health during a time when anxiety and low mood are very common.

Exercise releases feel-good hormones such as dopamine and stimulates the production of the neurotransmitter serotonin helping to develop a sense of control, confidence, and empowerment.

 

How can I keep my Oestrogen Levels healthy and why do we have the arrival of the menopausal belly?

Many women notice an increase in belly fat as they get older, even if they do not gain weight. This is in part due to a lower level of oestrogen and it’s ability to influence where fat is located in the body.

The muscle tone lost from reduced hormone production is often replaced by fatty tissue deposits. The area where muscle is usually lost is around the midsection, so that is where the fatty tissue goes.

 

How long does menopause inflammation last?

The oestrogen level decline that comes with menopause removes the natural inflammatory protection and often awareness of body aches and pains come to the forefront.

Once in menopause (you have not had a period for 12 months) and on into post menopause, the symptoms may continue for an average of four to five years but they can decrease in frequency and intensity.

Joint pain during menopause can take many different forms. The pain may feel like a dull ache, a twinge, or a shooting sensation, tightness, and a feeling of being stuck in your own body.

During menopause, women can be more prone to osteoarthritis and possibly rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is caused by wear and tear to the joints. By contrast, rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease.

 

PILLARS of Menopause Survival   

Follow a balanced diet: Cut down on refined sugars and carbohydrates, sugar is an inflammatory (hidden sugars can be found in some of the last food items you would expect, and sometimes under another name) ensure that you are getting an adequate amount of protein, fruit, and vegetables. Healthy fats (eg flaxseed oil) are also important for hormonal balance.

Build Strength: Exercise by building muscle, this will increase your resting metabolic rate. Having a higher metabolic rate is good because it means you use more energy even at rest. So, building more muscle can help you to manage your weight during menopause and beyond.

MOVE and CUT down SUGAR intake!

“Your pillars to survival are Diet, Exercise, Relaxation, Sleep and Self Purpose”

 

You are not alone…Questioning foggy brain and body changes?

Form Fitness personal trainers will listen, teach, and support you to build strength, decrease anxiety and resume control.

We offer solutions for a day to day balanced life style by improving your mind, body and wellbeing. We are here to help support you through this change of life and give you the tools to manage effective and safe exercise during what can be a challenging time of life.

 

 

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After an intensive assessment and report by Janelle, Vicki has worked with me to improve core strength, posture and keep up my weight loss journey. With exercises and numerous tips that are easy to work into my day to day routine my body feels so different…..in a good way!
I’ve tried several gyms over the years but never for long and the thought of a PT was just scary!
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