Anníe Mist Þórisdóttir Instagram – This one is for the ladies. @whoop @drstacysims HEART RATE, WEIGHTS above 85% of max and SLEEP might be the key to staying YOU for as long as possible! Most of the current recommendations for women when they age do little to actually counter-act the changes that are happening in the body. Loss of muscle mass, loss of bone density, and lower energy levels are part of life but there are LOTS we can do to delay the process for as long as possible. INTENSITY AND LOAD is the KEY Plain and simple, when women grow older (peri and post menopause) the hormones are no longer in balance and the decrease in estrogen and progesterone production will cause bodywide changes – both physically and mentally. HOWEVER, by dosing in High Intensity Interval Training and heavy loading, you can assist the dwindling hormone levels with sending stimulus to the brain, muscle and bones that it is all still needed! High intensity, heavy loads and rock solid sleep is the best way to be at your best as menopause is approaching and beyond. Track your cycle, your daily strain and most importantly your SLEEP. Being able to track and monitor your sleep is the best way to make sure you are setting yourself up for a “successful” nights sleep! Video @arninn95