18/08/2026
Here’s what nobody tells women in their 20s and 30s: after age 30, we start losing muscle mass every single year.
It doesn’t stop & it speeds up once menopause hits, when dropping oestrogen accelerates bone loss too.
I see it every week in clinic. Women coming in with osteoporosis, wishing someone had told them sooner that strength training isn’t optional - it’s protective.
Lifting heavy (yes, actually heavy) is one of the best things you can do for your bones. It loads the musculoskeletal system, stimulates bone density, and builds the muscle that protects your joints as you age.
This isn’t about aesthetics. It’s about being able to carry your groceries, get off the floor, not fracture your hip and stay independent at 80+.
This is your cue to add more weight - I promise it won’t hurt you in the long run!
