Lifting Heavy: A Common Sense Guide for Women in Perimenopause and Menopause

About this episode

This episode discusses the concept of lifting heavy in women's fitness, particularly during perimenopause and menopause, and provides practical guidance on how to approach it safely.

Click to Text Thoughts on Today's Episode "Lifting heavy" is one of the most talked-about topics in women's fitness right now — but what does it actually mean? In this episode of the Common Sense Series, we cut through the noise and break down what lifting heavy really is, why it matters (especially as estrogen declines), and how to work your way up to it safely and sustainably. No barbell required, no gym membership necessary — just practical, research-backed guidance you can actually ...

People in this episode

Host: Amy Connell

Topics covered

• lifting heavy
• women's fitness
• perimenopause
• menopause
• estrogen decline
• sustainable fitness

Keywords

• lifting heavy
• women's fitness
• perimenopause
• menopause
• estrogen
• sustainable fitness
• exercise guidance

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