Helpful Resources — bone health
Why Strength Training is Essential for Women as We Age (and How to Start Today)
by Mary Doube aka ‘Strong Coach Mary” Aging is a privilege, not a setback. Believe me I have never felt STRONGER and I am 51. But as we move into our 40s, 50s, and beyond, our bodies start to change—and not always for the better if we don’t take action. Bone density declines, muscle mass decreases, and strength can fade, leaving us more prone to osteoporosis, injury, and even falls. The good news? We can fight back. Strength training is your secret weapon to stay strong, confident, and capable through perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. You will often hear me say...
Strong Bones - Increase Your Bone Density!
Let's be honest…our BONES lack the sexiness of our other body parts like our “Gut” or “Muscles” - there is so much buzz around gut health at the moment - it's time “the skeleton” got some paparazzi too.Our skeleton is not just the “Coat Hanger” where bits hang! The skeleton plays a crucial role in providing mobility & support for our bodies and most importantly is a storage centre for minerals.STRONG BONES are crucial as we move into the next phase of our fabulous life.Here’s why….by the time we hit 40, less bone is made… and worse still, loss of...
