Strength training is essential during all stages of life, but especially for women in their 40s, as hormones begin to shift during perimenopause and menopause, which can impact muscle mass, bone density, and metabolic rate.
Yet if you’re new to exercise, or you’re returning to exercise following an extended break, it can be tricky to know where to start. Luckily, you’ve come to the right place. I’m in my 30s, but I unrolled my exercise mat, grabbed a set of the best adjustable dumbbells, and gave this quick 10-minute workout a try, and could feel it in my midsection as I sat back down at my desk.