Lift Free And Diet Hard with Andrew Coates #379 Amanda Thebe - Menopause Masterclass
Jul 8, 2025
Amanda Thebe, a leading menopause advocate and author of Menopocalypse, tackles rampant menopause misinformation and empowers women. She discusses how strength training helped her recover from an accident and the critical role of resistance training for aging women. Amanda debunks myths around menopause, particularly regarding hormone therapy and supplements. She emphasizes the importance of credible information, exercise, and the supportive role men can play during this transition, offering a comprehensive look at navigating menopause with confidence.
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Strength Training Prevented Fractures
- Amanda Thebe credits her decades of strength training and martial arts knowledge with preventing fractures after being hit by a car.
- She used her training to fall correctly and protect herself during the accident, which spared her serious injury.
Commit to Resistance Training
- Do resistance training regularly, particularly as you approach and go through menopause, to maintain muscle, bone strength, and mobility.
- Strength training improves resilience and confidence, reducing injury risk and supporting overall health.
Overcoming Menopausal Depression
- Amanda Thebe shares her experience battling perimenopausal depression by returning to basics: walking, socializing, and gym workouts.
- She regained mental, emotional, and physical health, which visibly improved her self-perception and mood.
