It’s the official YouTube debut of my weekly Q+A Friday! And what a great session it was🌟! What came up? Muscle-building, menopause, my exciting new book club and more! Let’s jump in, shall we?

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Q+A Friday, Ep. 071

00:03:37 - Can you recommend any exercises for already painful, arthritic shoulders?

00:06:21 - Are you still doing a live YouTube Q+A on the last Wednesday of every month?

00:07:08 - Any advice on managing hot flashes and insomnia? I’m trying to avoid hormone replacement therapy.

00:10:53 - How can I sign up for your Chirp book club?

00:13:07 - When do you know it’s time for heavier weights when you’re doing strength work?

00:15:32 - Do I need to lift heavy to build muscle? And is 10,000 steps really necessary if you already strength train and incorporate cardio?

00:20:56 - Are longer workouts (40 - 50 minutes) going to be necessary at this age to see health benefits? And if so, can we split up the workouts to two 20-minute sessions per day?

00:26:31 - If I just have a few pounds to lose and it’s mostly around my midsection, can I just do your Body Shaping Series and skip the weight loss program?

00:29:12 - Have you ever had any clients with exercise resistance? If so, how did you handle it?

00:30:11 - Will you be doing a 30-day series again?

00:31:13 - Why is it important to do a cooldown after exercising? And why is it important to bring your heart rate down slowly?

00:33:50 - I have very tight calves and often get cramps in my calves and feet. What can I do to reduce the cramping, tightness, and pain?

LINK: Foam Roller Playlist

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLV2Unj4I36y_3VAOZ4rRWWXHhXet8jc99

00:36:55 - Ab question: If I’m eating right and am at a good weight, how can I get rid of my belly bulge?

LINK: Fitness Matters Podcast with Pahla B (beginner videos here)

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFcBoQjnPd4zwr61tCUX6pu4UMusIYKNw

00:42:54 - How do you work out with a herniated disc?

00:46:02 - What are your thoughts on low-carb and keto diets?

00:50:47 - Do you need to lift heavy to build muscle?

00:54:21 - For triangles, it looks like your toes are pointing forward. I usually point mine out for comfort. Is it better to keep toes forward when doing this move?

00:58:08 - Does some kind of checklist exist to define moderate?

Thanks for joining me, see you next week! 💛

Cheers to your good health and fitness.