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- The idea is that building strength can support your menopause
Building a Strong Bone Foundation
Menopause can make bones more fragile (osteoporosis). Weightlifting, or resistance training, does more than sculpt muscles, it actually slows bone loss and stimulates bone remodelling.* Follow for a minute that your skin’s health is deeply intertwined with your overall well-being. Strong bones might seem purely structural, but they are foundational to an active lifestyle that will boost your energy and self-assurance. This inner strength and confidence are powerful contributors to a luminous appearance. Plus, the enhanced posture that comes with a strengthened core can instantly make you stand taller, look more youthful, and feel more confident in your skin… Weightlifting preserves and may increase bone density, especially when combined with adequate calcium/vitamin D.
Maintaining Muscle, Defying “Menopausal Spread”
Age and menopause can lead to muscle loss, which can affect your strength, stability, and how your clothes fit. Weightlifting is fantastic for maintaining and even increasing lean muscle. More muscle means a more toned physique and a boosted metabolism (we’ll come to that!). Research suggests that perimenopausal women who weight train gain significantly less abdominal fat compared to those doing only cardio. Particularly so when combined with a healthy lifestyle. Feeling strong and toned in your body naturally translates to a more confident and radiant you.
Boosting Metabolism for a Healthy Glow
Hormonal changes during menopause can slow your metabolism, sometimes leading to unwanted weight gain. Lean muscle burns more calories, even when you’re resting! Regular weightlifting builds that precious muscle, effectively giving your metabolism a helping hand. Managing your weight during menopause is so much more than a number on the scale. The main points are feeling energetic, being comfortable in your skin, and allowing your natural radiance to shine without being overshadowed by sluggishness.
Elevate Your Mood and Illuminate Your Skin
From an emotional point, menopause can include low mood, anxiety, and sleep disturbances. Exercise, especially weightlifting, is a powerful mood booster! It releases endorphins (natural mood-lifters) and can significantly reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. Resistance training can help regulate body temperature and, in some women, has the potential to ease hot flushes that can cause skin redness and discomfort. When you feel calmer, sleep better, and manage stress more effectively, your skin shows it. We are talking about less stress-induced breakouts, a brighter complexion from better sleep, and hopefully, an overall aura of well-being.
Getting Started Tips
If you are feeling inspired here are some tips on how to start weightlifting safely and effectively:
- Seek Guidance – Consider a few sessions with a qualified personal trainer. They can teach you proper form ( for preventing injury and maximising results!) and create a beginner-friendly plan. If you do not want to go down this route, then starting really slowly, with low weights, and stretching beforehand is the safest way forward
- Master the Moves – Focus on the correct technique before increasing weight. Think quality over quantity. Using a mirror can help you check your form.
- Start with the Basics: Compound exercises like squats, deadlifts (with proper instruction!), and bench presses work multiple muscle groups and are excellent for building overall strength. Aim for 2-3 sessions a week.
- Listen to Your Body & Progress Slowly: As you get stronger, you can gradually increase the weight or intensity. Don’t rush it, – aim for consistency.
Radiance, Inside and Out
Weightlifting offers incredible benefits for women navigating menopause, supporting not just physical health but also mental and emotional well-being. When you feel strong, energetic, and balanced from within, it beautifully complements the targeted skin treatments and advice we offer at the clinic.
Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new exercise programme, especially if you have pre-existing health conditions. The last thing you want is to induce injury so again, slow and steady is the way.
We run a menopause clinic at The Doctors Laser Clinic. Please get in touch if you need menopause related advice.
