Benefits of Exercise during Menopause

After menopause, women begin to lose bone density at a rate of 4% -6% over the first 5 years. To counteract this bone loss, one of the best things you can do is weight bearing exercise – weight bearing just means putting weight on the bones, so almost all exercises are weight bearing such as walking, running, and aerobics, two popular exercises that wouldn’t qualify as weight bearing are swimming and biking. To get the most benefits from an exercise routine, commit to 30 minutes of exercise done 5 days a week. It will help you stay on track if you can find a like minded friend with similar fitness goals because people who have a workout partner are much more likely to stay with an exercise plan.

In addition to helping strengthen bones and reduce bone loss, exercise helps reduce stress, promote better overall health, and ensure an active life well into your future.