60 seconds in menopause video transcript:
Why do you lose muscle mass in perimenopause? Have you found that you're not good at opening jam jars recently? I used to have a really good grip strength, but I've definitely noticed a change.
From as early as your thirties you lose a little bit of muscle mass, bit by bit. It's a normal part of aging called sarcopenia. In perimenopause, you lose a little bit more when the hormone levels drop because there are hormone receptors in muscles.
Now, the good news is that you can get some of that strength back in your muscles. It's hugely beneficial to do this for your bones and energy levels, to prevent back and joint pain and to keep the weight down.
So, it's a two-pronged approach. One, you want to get lots of muscle-supporting foods in the diet, like good quality, lean protein, omega three oils, flax oil, and enough vitamin D.
And two, you want to get stronger, more powerful by doing a little bit of weight training. So, grab a can of beans and Google ‘low volume resistance training’.
For more information and advice head over to our menopause coach Eileen's blog 'Does menopause affect your muscles? where she goes into more detail on how your muscles can be impacted at this time and more ways you can support them.
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