Exercise and menopause
Regular exercise during perimenopause and postmenopause 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: | Robin Parks, MS | Last Updated: May 19, 2008 |
| Medical Review: | Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine Kirtly Jones, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology | |
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