165: Strength Training in Menopause: Why Staying Active Isn't Enough

Your 10,000 steps won't save your muscles after 40. You walk, you work out, you stay busy. And you're still getting weaker. In this episode I break down the difference between being active and being strong, why cardio alone isn't enough during perimenopause and menopause, and what your muscles actually need to stay strong. 00:12 Diminishing Grip: An Early Sign of Lost Strength 01:57 Movement vs Strength: Why Activity Alone Won't Preserve Muscle 04:36 Strength Training: Building Resilience Through Menopause 06:57 How Muscles Stay Strong: Resistance and Fuel 10:50 Total Calories: Why Restriction Won't Build Muscle 13:00 Takeaway — Being Active Isn’t the Same as Being Strong (What to Know After 40) Check out the full show notes and resources at https://cindistickle.com/podcast/ep-165-strength-training-in-menopause-why-staying-active-isnt-enough Book a Metabolism Consultation: https://calendly.com/cindistickle/metabolism-consultation?utm_source=podcast