Why women need strength training for hormone balance at every life stage
Women need strength training because their hormones are in constant flux between monthly cycles, pregnancy, postpartum, perimenopause-and menopause, and muscle acts like a steadying anchor in the middle of it all. Lifting weights will not “fix” hormones overnight, but it creates a healthier internal environment such that estrogen, progesterone, insulin-and stress hormones can work in…