Key Points
Women may begin to experience changes in their hormones, metabolism and bone health after 40s which basically makes it the right age to modify your diet and become more systematic with daily workouts..
Dr Joshi says women should pay attention to these five things before starting their fitness journey: . 1. Comfortable good quality shoes and appropriate attire: This will make sure you do not put any additional burden on your knees and joints..
Workout clothes will make the entire experience comfortable for you. 2. Safe place to exercise or gym: Make sure to get guidance from your gym trainer at all time and find a place where you are comfortable working out..
Dr Joshi gives examples of effective exercises for women over 40 which they can include in their fitness plan: . 1. Strength training: Lifting weights strengthens your muscles..
On the contrary it will keep them strong and even prevent bladder control problems, get you in shape and ward off memory loss. 2. Swimming: Swimming is a very good workout specially for people with painful joints, because the buoyancy of water supports your body weight..
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