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Ruthie’s step 65…. I am sure this is not the reason I gain!
You May Be Gaining Weight Because of Menopause

Women reach menopause at a range of ages, but most are in midlife and are often less physically active than when they were younger. Along with aging comes a natural slowing of metabolism. At the same time, hormonal changes can trigger hunger, depression, and poor sleep.

When women go through menopause, they lose estrogen, causing their shapes to change. They start to gain more in the middle.Estrogen favors fat deposition in the lower body, and when you lose this hormone, fat is more likely to be deposited in the midsection.

The key to avoiding this extra belly fat is to maintain and increase the amount of lean body mass, which will, in turn, increase your metabolism or calorie burn rate.

Women need to understand how important weight lifting and strength training is to their health. Don’t worry, doing strength training won't make women muscle-bound.

Exercise also helps offset bone loss that can come with menopause. A combination of exercise and a healthy, calorie-controlled diet rich in calcium and vitamin D is the answer to menopausal weight gain.

So I guess we need to lift those weight s ladies!

Keep on keeping on……making better choices for a healthier you!