Better! with Dr. Stephanie

A Deep Dive on Exercising as a Woman with Tara Garrison

Feb 27, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Tara's Weightlifting Transformation

  • Tara Garrison shared her journey from being overweight and hating resistance training to discovering its life-changing hormonal and neurological benefits.
  • Weightlifting improved her mood, confidence, energy, and overall mental health far beyond cardio running.
INSIGHT

Weightlifting Regulates Hormones

  • Weightlifting regulates hormones like estrogen and testosterone which decline in women with age.
  • Building muscle naturally boosts hormone balance, mental health, and body composition, especially during perimenopause and menopause.
ADVICE

Protect Joints With Strength Training

  • As women approach menopause, avoid excessive high-impact cardio like running to protect joints and reduce adrenal stress.
  • Prioritize strength training and low-impact activities like uphill walking for easier, sustainable health benefits.
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