From an article found on MSN.com. "7 Ways to Combat Health Problems with Exercise"
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Menopausal? Combine Weights and Cardio
Keep active by lifting weights and performing cardiovascular exercise and you'll be less likely to gain weight after menopause. Hormonal changes and a drop in muscle mass during menopause can make it harder to lose weight, which often accumulates around the abdominal area. (What are the symptoms of menopause?) "Weight lifting increases muscle mass and keeps your metabolism stoked," says Geier. "Resistance exercise 2 to 3 times a week also helps keep bones strong and reduces your risk of osteoporosis after menopause." Add regular walking, swimming, biking or other cardiovascular activity 30 minutes, 5 days a week or perform 3, 10-minute mini exercise bouts to reap the same health benefits, as recommended by the American College of Sports Medicine.
Yours in Health, Wellness, and Beauty,
Co-Founder of STOP, Stop the Obesity Pandemic
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