Everyday Wellness with Cynthia Thurlow ™ Ep. 386 Muscle Strength in Menopause: Key Tests & Lifestyle Measures with Dr. Vonda Wright
I am thrilled today to have the opportunity to speak with Dr. Vonda Wright, a practicing double-boarded orthopedic sports surgeon who has positioned herself at the intersection of longevity, women's health, and performance.
Dr. Wright is a great advocate for women's health, well-known and highly regarded for her frequent media appearances and thought leadership. In our discussion, we cover the importance of menopausal literacy and the impact of musculoskeletal syndrome in menopause, focusing on the critical decade, bone health, risk factors, and how to assess muscle strength. Dr. Wright shares her formula for strength training, and we explore the benefits of Zone 2 sprint training, examining the importance of V02-Max testing, particularly for frail individuals. We also address common musculoskeletal issues and essential lifestyle practices for maintaining orthopedic health.
This insightful conversation with Dr. Vonda Wright is one of my top picks on the podcast. I know you will love it!
IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:
- What menopausal literacy means
- The symptoms of musculoskeletal syndrome during menopause
- The roles estrogen and testosterone play in the musculoskeletal system
- Why it is essential to focus on your health and notice any hormonal changes in the critical decade between the ages of 35 and 45
- How the loss of loss of muscle mass and strength can lead to frailty and a risk of falling in middle-aged patients
- Why women must base their decisions regarding estrogen on facts
- The benefits of making smart nutrition, exercise, and sleep your priorities
- The exercise Dr. Wright recommends for improving cardiovascular fitness
- How weightlifting and trampoline rebounding in midlife supports bone health
- How to use how to use V02 Max data to track your fitness level
- Some essential nutritional factors for supporting midlife health
Bio:
Dr. Wright is a practicing double-boarded Orthopaedic Sports Surgeon, Author, Speaker, Researcher, and Innovator whose work stands at the intersection of Longevity / Women’s Health / Performance. Widely recognized for her thought leadership, Dr Wright is a frequent media and conference expert. Her innovative science-based approach is changing the lives of millions in mid-life.
Dr Wright practices in Lake Nona, Florida, and is the founder and CEO of Precision Longevity.
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