By: Coach Cathy, CEO of Brooklyn Strength Club
I’ve been thinking a lot about how little we’re told about what actually happens during menopause, and we’re just left to find out by feeling like we got hit by a truck🫠. I’m sure you’ve felt the same way, and if you haven’t, I hope this gives you some insight to prepare and do the right things now!
If I had this information when I was in my 40’s, I wouldn’t have thought I had literally lost my mind.
Every trip to the doctor was another prescription for depression, or I was told I would have to learn to live with it…. WRONG …..with more information we can do better, and I want to help you with that.
I’ve been through it all, the hot flashes, the brain fog, the sleep struggles, the extra weight that seems to just show up overnight. It’s a wild ride, and it caught me off guard too.
But one thing that has really helped me, and continues to, is strength training
I don’t mean anything fancy or intense. I’m talking about lifting weights (resistance training), moving your body in ways that build you up, and doing it consistently
As we go through menopause, our bone density naturally starts to drop. That’s just biology. But strength training actually helps rebuild it. Simply put, our bones respond to pressure, and when we lift, we’re telling them to stay strong.
It also helps with energy, mood, sleep, and just feeling like yourself again. It doesn’t fix everything, let’s be real, but it makes a HUGE difference
Here are some of the proven ways that strength training can help:
✘ Regulates Hormones – Strength training and cardio help balance estrogen levels, reducing menopause symptoms
✘ Boosts Mood & Reduces Anxiety – Movement releases endorphins, your natural “feel-good” hormones!
✘ Supports Bone Health – Weight training keeps bones strong and reduce osteoporosis risk. Did
✘ Weight Management – Strength training helps maintain muscle mass and metabolism.
✘ Improves Sleep – Regular movement can reduce night sweats and promote restful sleep.
✘ Reduces Joint Pain – Mobility work and resistance training keep joints strong and flexible.
Okay, so now you’re getting the gist, but you might be thinking, “what if I know nothing about strength training?”
I ALSO know what it’s like for someone to tell me to do something and not knowing where to start or actually carry it out. That’s where we come in, that’s when you hire a professional who specializes in what you need.
Here at Brooklyn Strength Club, we focus in teaching people how to lift and train safely and effectively, and the vast majority of our members are women at the time of their lives where menopause is among them. So you’ll be in a place where you know you’ll be in good hands all while being surrounded by good people going through the same exact things!
If this is something you’re dealing with or thinking about, know you’re not alone. And if you ever want to chat about how to start, shoot me a message at @brooklynstrengthclub on instagram, or text me at 646-466-4617 and let me know that you read this post! No pressure, no judgment. I just really believe in this because I’ve lived it.
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Coach Cathy
P.S. Got questions about where to start? Check us out here, book a call and we’ll connect you with a coach (most likely me!)