Includes bibliographical references (pages 291-302) and index

Part 1: menopause explained. The stats, the stigma, the silence ; The science of the menopause transition ; Hormones and symptoms explained -- Part 2: menopause performance. Menopausal hormone therapy, adaptogens, and other interventions ; Kick up your cardio ; Now's the time to lift heavy sh*t! ; Get a jump on menopausal strength losses ; Gut health for athletic glory ; Eat enough! ; Fueling for the menopause transition ; Nail your nutrition timing ; How to hydrate ; Sleep well and recover right ; Stability, mobility, and core strength: keep your foundation strong ; Motivation and the mental game: your mind matters ; Keep your skeleton strong ; Strategies for exercising through the transition ; Supplements; what you need and what you don't ; Pulling it all together

A renowned exercise and nutrition scientist provides active women approaching or experiencing menopause with all the training and nutrition advice they need to build a strong fitness foundation to keep them strong and capable as they age