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|March 11, 2024
MICHELLE BRIDGES' TOP TIPS FOR TRAINING DURING MENOPAUSE
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Between interrupted sleep, spontaneous periods and hot flushes, menopause can come with a slew of unwelcome symptoms - many of which make exercising seem near impossible. However, fitness guru and founder of The Menopause Method Michelle Bridges believes exercise is a secret weapon that can help during this stage of life.
"Exercise can resolve so many issues both physically and mentally for all of us," she explains. "From weight gain, bone strength loss, brain fog, anxiety, confidence and even libido, exercise will support and improve so many of the [menopause] symptoms."
If you're struggling to get moving, Michelle shares her top tips for working out while menopausal.
CONSULT THE EXPERTS
In an online survey of GPS, 52 percent felt they were not offered sufficient training to advise women with menopause symptoms. Michelle's first piece of advice is to find a GP who specialises in menopause.
This story is from the March 11, 2024 edition of New Idea.
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