Most women complain they have gained weight with age, I know it is a regular topic with my girlfriends, and my own struggle with hormonal imbalances have resulted in slow weight gain, my fat distribution is certainly different and the hormonal belly fat is real. But why, why do the hormonal changes of perimenopause and menopause mean that the weight gain and fat cells end up on the belly? Weight gain doesn't have to be inevitable, the earlier we make lifestyle changes and introduce new habits the better, in fact new research suggests that making changes early in the perimenopause years (around age 45 on average) can play a significant role in helping us maintain a healthy weight. The best way to take control of extra weight and look after our overall health is to make sure we have a healthy diet, incorporate regular physical activity, get enough sleep and manage our stress levels. But understanding why we gain weight at this time in our lives can be reassuring and helps to give us the motivation to make the changes needed! This blog post contains affiliate links - scroll down to get 10% off at Lumen. Above: I'm wearing Amazing Jane Activewear with Skechers trainers.
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Have you heard of EMS training!? EMS refers to Electrical Muscle Stimulation and whilst it has been around a while, it is still a fairly new concept in the UK and not that well known yet but it is a fantastic way to kickstart a fitness programme. I tried it out recently, I completed three weeks of EMS training sessions with Karl at Frequency EMS in Reading. And my blog post will explain more about what it is and how I got on including what it felt like!
EMS training is an innovative approach that can give significant results in much less time compared to the more traditional workouts we are used to. An EMS session works all your major muscle groups in just 20 minutes, it's a full-body workout designed to help you achieve your fitness goals and improve your overall health over a shorter period of time. This is a gifted blog post. With 1 in 2 of women experiencing a vaginal infection in their lifetime, and many more getting recurrent UTIs especially in menopause, it is something that we need to all be aware of! Sadly many women are dismissed by their GPs and not given the help they so desperately need. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) become more common in menopause due to the physiological changes that take place. It's not an easy time!
I personally have not had recurrent infections, but the one or two I have had were uncomfortable enough! My article shares information on how to prevent a UTI in menopause including a review of V-Health a new natural supplement from Feel Recurrent UTIs come under a set of symptoms known as Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM) and they can severely impact on our quality of life. Depleting hormones means that the delicate vaginal ph is no longer present which can allow bad bacteria to flourish. So what can we do to prevent recurrent UTIs and better care for our vaginal health and can Feel V-Health help with that? This is a sponsored post. Desire and libido ... and menopause, a subject that is often discussed (usually anonymously) on Facebook menopause support groups and very occasionally after a few glasses of wine with girlfriends but many women are simply too embarrassed to discuss their sex lives. Even with their husband or partner. But if we don't, how do we understand what is normal, how can we resolve what might be really simple worries and find the rewarding, loving and happy sex life we deserve - yes even in our 50s and beyond! There is no 'normal' that you need to adhere to ... what works for one couple, may not work for another couple and if both partners are happy with the quality and frequency of sex in their relationship then that is all that matters. However, did you know that a sexless marriage (or relationship) is considered to be one where there has been no sexual intimacy for over a year and a low sex marriage is where sexual intimacy happens less than once a month. If you want to reignite your sex life beyond menopause and understand more about desire and libido then please be reassured there are very few issues that cannot be resolved with a little bit of patience and the right support. Sex is good for our wellbeing! It releases feel-good hormones which help to reduce stress and make us feel happier which in turn has a positive impact on our relationship. Sex is good for the heart and can even stop us getting sick, it can also prevent headaches, help us sleep better, make our brains sharper, and prevent incontinence. Plus it can really help with the age old problem of the grumpy husband! But you don't need to have a partner to be having a happy and satisfying sex life, solo sex has all the above benefits too. Isn't it time we stopped being embarrassed and embraced our sexual wellbeing? In my blog post I am going to share some information on the most common reasons why your sex life might be faltering in midlife and offer some ideas for how you can get help if that is what you would like! This blog post is sponsored by Lovehoney. ![]() Photo by Womanizer Toys on Unsplash |
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