Menopause doesn't mean slowing down—it means training smarter. In this episode, licensed physical therapist Polly Swingle (39 years experience, 22-year clinic owner) reveals how strength training combats muscle loss, bone density decline, and metabolism changes during perimenopause and menopause. If you're over 30 and wondering why your body isn't responding the way it used to, this conversation will change everything about how you approach fitness, nutrition, and aging.
What You'll Learn:
✅ Why muscle loss starts in your 30s (and what to do about it)
✅ How to reduce hot flashes through exercise
✅ The truth about cardio vs strength training for women over 40
✅ Preventing osteoporosis naturally without just medication
✅ Sleep strategies that support recovery during menopause
✅ Why more exercise ISN'T always better as you age
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
00:36 Meet Polly Swingle: A Journey in Wellness
01:54 Polly's Personal Experience with Menopause
03:33 The Recovery Project: Mission and Services
04:41 Polly's Passion for Yoga and Pilates
06:53 Diving into Menopause and Exercise
12:11 The Importance of Strength Training
17:04 Nutritional Needs During Menopause
23:20 Addressing Common Menopause Symptoms
33:55 The Importance of Muscle Building
34:42 Brain Benefits of Exercise
36:12 Aging Gracefully with Exercise
38:27 The Role of Community in Fitness
40:32 Flexibility and Mobility: Yoga and Pilates
41:44 Understanding the Nervous System
50:04 The Importance of Recovery and Sleep
56:07 Navigating Menopause and Exercise
01:00:12 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
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