1. This rule is essential at any age. In context of this article however we consider it necessary to emphasize it even more: do not compare yourself with anyone. Some women barely notice menopause, others would bear this period very hard without hormonal treatment. Some women have strong motivation to exercise, for others sports performance reduces to fraction of what they were capable of before menopause. Adapt to changes of your body, it will open many new possibilities for you. You will get to know such forms of exercise that you couldn't know without these changes.
2. Even if you can manage, be careful. During menopause joints and muscles can be more sensitive to excessive load. Adapt exercise intensity to it, and definitely include stretching in your training plan.
3. Hormonal changes, especially drop in estrogen levels leads usually to drop in muscle mass, and that in turn to growth of fat mass. Fat accumulates mostly in abdominal area. Include in your training plan aerobic activities, such as walking, running, cycling, swimming or dancing. These activities improve metabolism and can help with weight control.
4. Very effective prevention of overweight are also strength trainings, because they help maintain muscle mass, but also prevent osteoporosis (thinning of bones). Initially choose such weight that you already "feel", but still lift without effort, and start with small repetitions, for example 12. Advice of personal trainer can be useful always.
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