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Aging Well
(the menopause transition)
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My lifestyle hasn't changed that much, but my body sure has.
The menopause transition (MT) represents a significant physiological milestone in a woman's life, marked by the cessation of ovarian function and a decline in estrogen and progesterone levels. It encompasses the perimenopause years, often the time of highest symptom burden starting in a woman's mid to late 40's, and the final menstrual period, which heralds the post menopause phase. This hormonal shift has profound implications for musculoskeletal health, particularly concerning muscle mass, bone mineral density, as well as cardiovascular risk factors (BP, lipid profile, insulin sensitivity), aerobic fitness level and body fat distribution. Despite no major changes to lifestyle during this transition period (diet, exercise), many women describe a noticeable decrease in muscle mass and strength, in addition to an increased waist circumference. Many feel they can't physically recover from stressors as easily, especially intense exercise, and feel achey and sore all over. The MT is also a risk factor for tendon-related pain (tendinopathies), especially at the lateral hip, Achilles and plantar fascia.