Could Martial Arts be the best way for females to get mentally and physically fit, lean and tough?

Could Martial Arts be the best way for females to get mentally and physically fit, strong, lean and tough? YES/NO/WHY? What if “Fighting-Fitness-Strength was the way to control your hormones instead of having your hormones control you? What if all things female; periods, pregnancy, weight, emotions, and menopause could be easier with fewer or none of the “normal” challenges?