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The majority of women will notice an increased amount of fat around their mid-section, which plays a significant role in contributing to heart disease - the number prime killer of middle-aged and older women. But do not worry as this weight gain can be managed quite easily by simply getting into a regular exercise and fitness routine. Such consistent activity really are the keys to decreasing weight and avoiding the pitfalls of aging and by committing to a regular exercise routine, which includes weight bearing exercises, women will change the muscle-to-fat ratio, enabling them to increase their metabolic rate and burn calories, even at rest. Yes, develop muscles! It is not just weight gain alone, but women in their thirties begin to lose bone mass at a rate of approximately 1% per year and that rate increases to 2% - 3% per year after menopause. Studies have shown that exercise can actually increase a woman's bone density and hence reducing the risk of osteoporosis. Unfortunately, osteoporosis often goes undetected until bone fractures occur, but by taking preventative measures such as getting into a regular excercise and fitnessroutine women can greatly reduce this risk. It is not just weight gain alone, but women in their thirties begin to lose bone mass at a rate of approximately 1% per year and that rate increases to 2% - 3% per year after menopause. Studies have shown that exercise can actually increase a woman's bone density and hence reducing the risk of osteoporosis. Unfortunately, osteoporosis often goes undetected until bone fractures occur, but by taking preventative measures such as getting into a regular excercise and fitnessroutine women can greatly reduce this risk. Exercise and fitness are also extremely beneficial in reducing the incidence of hot flashes, a common symptom of menopause. Hot flashes contribute to impaired sleep patterns and a decreased energy level and can also affect one's overall mood, which has the potential to negatively affect both personal and professional relationships. While estrogen replacement therapy has been shown to decrease these symptoms, for many women a regular exercise routine appears to be a very simple and non-medical alternative.
Making exercise and fitness and a priority in your life will benefit most women who are approaching or experiencing menopause. The positive results, both physically and emotionally, are certainly worth the extra time required to begin and continue a regular exercise routine. Yes, it's easy to make excuses to not make time to ensure that fitness is a priority, but it's crucial to understand that being regularly active will lead to overall good health now and in the future; after all, you want that extra weight associated with menipause to stay with your forever? The only results you'll see from your added physical activity will be those that are very beneficial to you.
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