@tiny_warrior: If you’re in perimenopause or menopause, you’ve probably noticed changes—slower metabolism, stubborn belly fat, energy crashes, disrupted sleep. Here’s the truth: muscle is your best defense against all of it. ✅ Regulates Blood Sugar – As estrogen declines, insulin sensitivity drops, making it easier to store fat and harder to stabilize energy. More muscle = better blood sugar control and fewer crashes. ✅ Protects Bone Density – Post-menopause, bone loss accelerates, increasing the risk of fractures. Strength training literally signals your bones to stay strong. ✅ Supports Metabolism & Hormones – More muscle keeps your metabolism higher, balances cortisol (stress hormone), and even improves sleep quality. Lifting heavy is one of the best things you can do for hormone health. The best part? It’s never too late to start. You don’t need to train every day, but you do need to lift heavy, eat enough protein, and focus on progressive overload. 🏋️‍♀️ Train 2–4x per week with compound lifts (squats, deadlifts, presses). 🍗 Protein is key—aim for at least 1g per pound of lean body mass. 🔑 Don’t fear heavy weights—muscle is your armor for aging strong. Menopause isn’t a decline—it’s a transition. And muscle is the key to thriving through it. Drop a 💪 if you’re ready to build your menopause superpower! #MenopauseStrength #WomenWhoLift #StrongerWithAge

Tammie

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Tuesday 25 February 2025 14:08:03 GMT