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Hormone Changes Around Menopause Are Just 1 Factor in Weight GainMidlife comes with physical, psychological, and social changes that can be related to aging, menopause, or both, says Hurtado. “It can be challenging to discern the effects of aging from the effects of menopause on weight gain in midlife women, as these two life events overlap,” she says.The abrupt change in hormone levels that occurs during the menopause transition can predispose women to quicker weight gain, says Rekha Kumar, MD, an endocrinologist at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital in New York City.“Although we mostly focus on the decline in…
Once you hit your 50s, a combination of factors makes it all too easy to pack on the pounds. If you’re like most women, your metabolism has dropped to its lowest point ever and hormonal changes have brought on menopause. You may be experiencing hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, and yes, weight gain.Unfortunately, the weight most women put on during menopause tends to be belly fat, notes a 2012 review of studies published in Climacteric, the International Menopause Society’s journal. And that’s not something to ignore since fat around your middle has been shown to raise your risk for cardiovascular…
You can reap the benefits of getting fit at any age. As well as keeping your health in tip-top condition, exercise can help you to age more gracefully on the outside too.Still, working out in middle age isn’t the same as working out in your twenties. This advice from fitness experts over 40 will ensure you get the best results from your exercise routine.I’m Over 40. How Do I Start Working Out?Whether you used to be a fitness addict or you’ve never given the gym a second thought, fitness experts agree that getting fit takes time when you’re in your…
Some people perform incredible feats of strength and endurance well into their retirement years. The great news is: You don’t have to bench press 300 pounds or run a marathon to show off the benefits of strength training.NIA-supported researchers have been studying the effects of strength training for more than 40 years and have identified multiple ways it can benefit older adults, including maintaining muscle mass, improving mobility, and increasing the healthy years of life. Learn more below about these findings from NIA-supported researchers, along with their tips for maintaining strength or becoming stronger as we age. Some people have…
Lexlee Hudson: Lost 187 Lbs. Courtesy Lexlee Hudson; Nicole Mlakar College was a major adjustment for Lexlee Hudson. Along with gaining more independence, she was also “stressed, working multiple jobs, and I didn’t know what I should be eating.” That meant she was grabbing what was easy and convenient on a college budget — a ton of pizza and any food she could get during breaks from her waitressing job. And within about a year, she had gained 180 lbs. “I started having a lot of health issues,” she told PEOPLE. “My back was hurting all the time. I had…
From your first dash around the garden as a toddler, to relaxing post-retirement rides in your 70s, cycling is a gloriously age-defying sport. The road to older age is full of potholes, however, from declining muscle mass to slowing metabolism. But if you adapt your lifestyle, training and diet as you age, you can buffer these effects and reach the finish line in good shape. At Cycle Fit in London, Phil Cavell – author of The Midlife Cyclist – and Nichola Roberts – owner of Velophysio – have been helping ambitious cyclists navigate the ageing process for years. “You can…
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International Women’s Day 2024: Age is just a number if you are fit and free of diseases whether you are 20, 40 or older. The introduction of the right lifestyle changes as you grow older not only helps slow down ageing but also makes you feel energetic and mentally more satisfied. Women may begin to experience changes in their hormones, metabolism and bone health after 40s which basically makes it the right age to modify your diet and become more systematic with daily workouts. As per CDC, at 150 to 300 minutes of moderate exercise of 75 to 150 minutes…
Fitness expert and motivational wellness personality Julian Brass helps men over 40 transform their lives with program Fit Over 40.March 13, 2024 by Joanne Dunn Leave a Comment Renowned fitness expert Julian Brass has made it his mission to transform the lives of men over 40. His seminars for leading global companies have helped him spread his inspirational and educational words, insight, and life mindset to motivate the masses. An award-winning entrepreneur with extensive expertise as a certified health and life coach, international bestselling author of Own Your Anxiety, advisor, and investor, Julian has created a global buzz around his…
This is paid for content* [what is this?] Feeling stuck when it comes to your health and fitness? Between work, family, and life, it’s hard to find the time — not to mention the energy and motivation — to prioritize your health. To help us understand the top approaches to achieving fitness no matter your stage of life, nutrition brand Complement is bringing back its popular – and completely free – Plantapalooza online festival. This year, the event is focused on helping you live your best, strongest life no matter your age. It’s called Plantapalooza Fit Over 40, and runs…