I am a perimenopausal personal fitness trainer and love that you have listened to a leading expert in this field and passing the knowledge onto your clients, well done and keep up the good work!
I started at around 43 or 44...No one teaches us women about our bodies and menopause was a shock to me! It felt like my body all of a sudden betrayed me. Muscle loss is real...It was so bad. So now I'm 51 trying to recover myself
Thank you for this. I am 60 and just getting started on fitness having never been athletic in my youth. Very refreshing to have a younger voice address this rather than “senior sit and be fit “ type perspective. I am looking to embrace outdoor pursuits with strength and confidence. Particularly skiing. So glad to have found your channel and so happy to hear you address this topic. Thank you !
For me going through the peri menopause and was weight training x3 week and walking to having to stop due to severe fatigue and joint and bone pain. Still adjusting my HRT so hoping the next adjustment will be the point I can train again. These exercise would just put me in bed for days! It’s so hard going through this! This is my 7th year peri menopausal been on HRT for 4!
I am so sorry to hear that Emma. I hope that you are able to get back to what you love through working with your health care practitioners. You are totally right perimenopause experience is different for everyone, the recommendations stacy sims makes are certainly geared towards the group who is able to get into the gym and has a training history. Best of luck in your recovery and symptom management
I am 58 years old and I'm a fitness specialist (retired). I have to disagree. I have worked out hard all my life, doing agility, lifting moderate and heavy weight, doing plyometrics, high impact aerobics, kickboxing. I have taught classes like that as well. I am full blown menopausal, and I do not recommend plyometrics or lifting very heavy. I have done this, and it has caused me knee and back problems I didn't have before. Doing moderate exercise using moderate weights is my recommendation.
hello! this video is a review of the current research that Dr.Stacy Sims has presented in her book 'Next Level," I do think that any heavy lifting or plyometrics need to be introduced really slowly and progressed very slowly. Your experience is valid and every person will be different :)
I’m 72 and have been fit my entire adult life. I do one hour long weight lifting 3 times a week. My ability to build muscle is practically nil. Certainly nothing like when I was in my 30’s when I had lots of muscle. I am looking for information about training in my age group, since there seems to be little knowledge about it.
Hi Kathleen. Firstly, I LOVE that you are lifting, and you are right it is much tougher to gain muscle with the hormone changes that come with menopause. You are right, this area of research is lacking but I am excited to see that more research is starting to be done.
Hey danielle! 3-5 rep range for compound movements (squats, deadlifts, overhead press) etc. with heavier load is what she was refrering too. As a beginner you can alternate between 2 different strength workouts, as you become more advanced more variety will help you continue to progress, I hope this helps, you can also ask specific questions through the contact form on my website if you would like more information
I am a personal trainer and I'm trying to get as much info as possible to help my clients. What would you recommend for the sprint training because I can't imagine older ladies doing sprints. would faster movements like a bike, rower or ski machine work instead of running sprints. thank you
A bike with low resistance would be a great option, ypu definitely have to adjust for your specific clients! Something cyclical and in a range of motion where they can be powerful important.
Well, last year I changed to vegetarian for a year ( I ate chicken which I thought was included, oops). I lost weight slowly with easy cardio and tone for 20 to 30 minutes daily before I went to work. Until summer time I decided to do lift again following the Thinner Leaner and Stronger book. I ended up gaining weight about 3 lbs more. It did not work! I continued with an easy workout from RUclips. My weight is still the same as stable. I couldn't lose 3 lbs. I accepted hard ha. But, then I was told that I need to eat 30 percent of meat and 70 % of vegetables for my health issue. I changed back to the regular diet. Sometimes I miss vegetarianism. I wonder if the next level book is similar to a thinner leaner and stronger book? I need to read it at the books store soon. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching :) Remember that weight gain might not mean fat gain, I would rather be heavier and have more muscle than weigh less and less muscle, for longevity and function. Everyone has their own preferences and it sounds awesome that you are finding something that works for you :)
From this review of Stacy Sims book, she is referring to VERY short 'Sprint Interval' Training. This is very different from the HIIT intervals that I think you are referrring to. It is also really important to incorporate a cool down with relaxation at the end of any workout :) Hope this helps but if you want more info please reach out :)
Can you please give us an exercise video on what to do. I don't need a talking head telling me how to do or the timing, etc. I need an actual exercise video that I can follow! Please, are there any exercise videos or classes out there?
Hey Carla, Are you asking for a follow along workout? This video is informational for people making their own programs but if you are interested in a exercise video I can work on putting one together.
I am a perimenopausal personal fitness trainer and love that you have listened to a leading expert in this field and passing the knowledge onto your clients, well done and keep up the good work!
Thank you so much for watching! I love her research and can see the benefits with many of my clients.
I have that book!!! Wish I could find some videos based on it.
I started at around 43 or 44...No one teaches us women about our bodies and menopause was a shock to me! It felt like my body all of a sudden betrayed me. Muscle loss is real...It was so bad. So now I'm 51 trying to recover myself
I am so proud of you for taking steps to recover! And you are right, it should be talked about more!
Thank you for this. I am 60 and just getting started on fitness having never been athletic in my youth. Very refreshing to have a younger voice address this rather than “senior sit and be fit “ type perspective. I am looking to embrace outdoor pursuits with strength and confidence. Particularly skiing. So glad to have found your channel and so happy to hear you address this topic. Thank you !
Thank you for all your support, Sandra! I'm so excited for you to explore the world through fitness!
I am 62 and after detoxifying mercury load, my diet brought my muscle & fat down. Thank you ! Will check out your book. ❤️
For me going through the peri menopause and was weight training x3 week and walking to having to stop due to severe fatigue and joint and bone pain. Still adjusting my HRT so hoping the next adjustment will be the point I can train again. These exercise would just put me in bed for days! It’s so hard going through this! This is my 7th year peri menopausal been on HRT for 4!
I am so sorry to hear that Emma. I hope that you are able to get back to what you love through working with your health care practitioners. You are totally right perimenopause experience is different for everyone, the recommendations stacy sims makes are certainly geared towards the group who is able to get into the gym and has a training history. Best of luck in your recovery and symptom management
I am 58 years old and I'm a fitness specialist (retired). I have to disagree. I have worked out hard all my life, doing agility, lifting moderate and heavy weight, doing plyometrics, high impact aerobics, kickboxing. I have taught classes like that as well. I am full blown menopausal, and I do not recommend plyometrics or lifting very heavy. I have done this, and it has caused me knee and back problems I didn't have before. Doing moderate exercise using moderate weights is my recommendation.
hello! this video is a review of the current research that Dr.Stacy Sims has presented in her book 'Next Level," I do think that any heavy lifting or plyometrics need to be introduced really slowly and progressed very slowly. Your experience is valid and every person will be different :)
You probably need Testosterone…. Once I started bio identical hormone replacement the knee and back pain/injuries went away in about 4 months.
@jennykhouly5690 where did you get them? My doctor won't even entertain me needing testosterone!
Ah, Stacy Sims advises lighter weights lower reps so I’m not sure what’s going on in this thread
What ideas might you have for those of us who’ve had surgeries like spinal fusions where we can’t sprint
I’m 72 and have been fit my entire adult life. I do one hour long weight lifting 3 times a week. My ability to build muscle is practically nil. Certainly nothing like when I was in my 30’s when I had lots of muscle. I am looking for information about training in my age group, since there seems to be little knowledge about it.
Hi Kathleen. Firstly, I LOVE that you are lifting, and you are right it is much tougher to gain muscle with the hormone changes that come with menopause. You are right, this area of research is lacking but I am excited to see that more research is starting to be done.
Great video and yes Dr. Stacy's book is fantastic!!
I completely agree!
What exercises are suggested for that 3-5 rep range? Is every strength training workout different throughout the week?
Hey danielle! 3-5 rep range for compound movements (squats, deadlifts, overhead press) etc. with heavier load is what she was refrering too. As a beginner you can alternate between 2 different strength workouts, as you become more advanced more variety will help you continue to progress, I hope this helps, you can also ask specific questions through the contact form on my website if you would like more information
I am a personal trainer and I'm trying to get as much info as possible to help my clients. What would you recommend for the sprint training because I can't imagine older ladies doing sprints. would faster movements like a bike, rower or ski machine work instead of running sprints. thank you
A bike with low resistance would be a great option, ypu definitely have to adjust for your specific clients! Something cyclical and in a range of motion where they can be powerful important.
What if you may have some PCOS issues as well? Mine is either that or Perimenopause? I thought it needed to be low impact exercises. I want that book!
I highly reccomend the book for more in detail especially for PCOS, and finding a health care practitioner that Listens to you and you trust!
Well, last year I changed to vegetarian for a year ( I ate chicken which I thought was included, oops). I lost weight slowly with easy cardio and tone for 20 to 30 minutes daily before I went to work. Until summer time I decided to do lift again following the Thinner Leaner and Stronger book. I ended up gaining weight about 3 lbs more. It did not work! I continued with an easy workout from RUclips. My weight is still the same as stable. I couldn't lose 3 lbs. I accepted hard ha. But, then I was told that I need to eat 30 percent of meat and 70 % of vegetables for my health issue. I changed back to the regular diet. Sometimes I miss vegetarianism. I wonder if the next level book is similar to a thinner leaner and stronger book? I need to read it at the books store soon. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching :) Remember that weight gain might not mean fat gain, I would rather be heavier and have more muscle than weigh less and less muscle, for longevity and function. Everyone has their own preferences and it sounds awesome that you are finding something that works for you :)
On the book she recommended to take Adaptogens supplements do you have any brand that you can recommend??? Thank you in advance.
Hi Claudia! I don't have a company recommendations for her adaptogens, but I believe Dr. Stacy Sims has recommendations on her website :)
So I’m confused... most say hard core cardio is not get for cortisol in menopausal women…
From this review of Stacy Sims book, she is referring to VERY short 'Sprint Interval' Training. This is very different from the HIIT intervals that I think you are referrring to. It is also really important to incorporate a cool down with relaxation at the end of any workout :) Hope this helps but if you want more info please reach out :)
Can you please give us an exercise video on what to do. I don't need a talking head telling me how to do or the timing, etc. I need an actual exercise video that I can follow! Please, are there any exercise videos or classes out there?
Hey Carla, Are you asking for a follow along workout? This video is informational for people making their own programs but if you are interested in a exercise video I can work on putting one together.
Long walk after strength training.
Lower carbs & pufas. Add quality coconut oil & ghee. Practice fasting and lymphatic drainage.
It's amazing the power of a good long walk!