Episode 11 - Menopause and Exercise Pt. 1

Menopause awareness month is here, and in this episode we discover how exercise can improve quality of life in menopausal women.

To do this, we first must understand how the menstrual cycle works, and the hormonal changes associated to menopause. If you haven't already, listen to Episode 1 where we explore the menstrual cycle and the associated hormones in more depth.

Spoiler: In this episode we alluded to some of the limiting factors to exercise in menopausal women. In the next episode, we will have a guest join us to understand the psychology behind these barriers and how to overcome them.

Useful links and interesting reads:

1) Exercise beyond menopause: Dos and Don’ts

2) Exercise and Quality of Life in Women with Menopausal Symptoms: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

3) Exercise for peri- and postmenopausal women: Recommendations from synergistic alliances of women's medicine and health psychology for the promotion of an active lifestyle

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