What does lifting weights have to do with anything??

Increased bone density: A study in the American journal of Physiology Endocrinology and Metabolism found that postmenopausal woman who engaged in resistance training experienced a significant increase in bone density.

Improved Muscle Mass and Strength: Strength training helps maintain and increase muscle mass which typically declines with hormone changes. This increase in Muscle boosts metabolism and calorie burning, helping to manage weight gain.

Enhanced metabolism: Muscle tissue is metabolically active, meaning it burns calories even at rest. Lifting weights increased muscle mass thus increasing the metabolic rate helping to prevent weight gain associated with menopause. This requires heavy weights and progression.

Improved cardiovascular health: Weight training can lower blood pressure, improve insulin sensitivity, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Reduce Joint pain: weight training can strengthen the muscles surrounding the joints providing support and stability, which can lead to reduced joint pain.

Improved Mood and Cognitive function: Exercise including weight training has been shown to improve mood. It increases endorphins which are the happy hormones. It also has shown to reduce the risk of cognitive decline.