Q+A Friday, Ep. 071: November 12, 2021

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? Find the latest episode of Q+A Friday on SoundCloud, iTunes, Spotify, or anywhere you listen to podcasts! 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 o