Get Physical
Menopausal women are more prone to developing health conditions like stroke, diabetes, obesity, and heart-related diseases. The risks of developing this can be lessened by establishing an exercise routine. The body needs regular exercise to boost muscle endurance, increase bone strength, and improve cardiac muscles.
Physical activities also help the respiratory and cardiovascular systems to work more effectively by increasing the supply of oxygenated blood. More oxygen in the system also benefits the brain. In fact, 8 out of 10 women who suffer from depression, lack of motivation, and low self-esteem due to menopause testified to feeling better after establishing an exercise routine. Another study in Korea showed that a 3-month walking program significantly improved the mental and physical health of menopausal women.
Experts advise women to engage in moderate physical activities for at least 150 minutes per week. Physical activities can be in the form of dancing, swimming, sports, walking, jogging, or standard exercise. Some programs, like Pilates-based exercise, are proven to improve a person’s joints, bones, metabolism, energy, and sleep patterns.
