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Podcast: Habits and Hustle
Episode: Episode 370: Dr. Mary Claire Haver: Why Every Woman Needs to Lift, Tips for Menopause, Maximizing Semaglutide, and More
Description: Did you know that most women reach their peak muscle mass around age 30? After that, it's a downhill slide unless we take action. In this Fitness Friday episode, Dr. Mary Claire Haver, The #1 Menopause Doctor, and I discuss the critical importance of strength training for women, especially as they age.We discuss why cardio alone isn't enough (and might even be detrimental), the surprising benefits of wearing a weighted vest, how strength training can reduce cardiovascular disease risk by 20-50% in women, and the potential role of medications like semaglutide in weight management. We also dive into...