Maintaining Wrist Strength in your 40s The female hormone #estrogen has many roles. Most women don't realize it acts as a natural anti-inflammatory. So when Estrogen starts to decrease in our 40s and throughout #Perimenopause and #menopause it can increase aches and pains in our joints. Strength training has so many benefits during our aging journey, so we really do need to lift and carry weights. But we can't lift heavy if we are in pain and / or have decreased movement. This is why it's import

'We need to see it as a long-term hormone deficiency.' Menopause expert Dr Louise Newson highlights the variety of symptoms caused by the menopause and advises that even if you don't suffer from these symptoms, your hormone levels will still be affected. Learn more: http://bit.ly/2PZHd9P | Lorraine