Exercise and menopause
Regular exercise during perimenopause and post-menopause will help you:
- Maintain a healthy weight and prevent weight gain around your waist and abdomen.
- Prevent osteoporosis. Weight-bearing exercise helps maintain bone mass.
- Prevent heart disease and high blood pressure.
- Feel good. Regular exercise improves mood.
| Author: | Kathe Gallagher, MSW Carrie Henley | Last Updated: August 4, 2006 |
| Medical Review: | Joy Melnikow, MD, MPH - Family Medicine Tom Bailey, MD - Family Medicine Carla J. Herman, MD, MPH - Internal Medicine | |
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