6: Understanding Menopause and Making Peace with Your Body with Dr. Maria Luque

Welcome to The Tara Talk, your go-to podcast for all things mindset and movement! In today's episode, Tara connects with Dr. Maria Luque to learn more about menopause and how to best support our body + mind during this time of life. The two also dive into body image and how to make peace with yourself + the benefits of muscle for continual health.    Dr. Maria Luque is a menopause fitness expert, professor, Air Force veteran, and mother of an amazing daughter. She is passionate about helping menopausal women become healthier, stronger, and happier. With over 20 years of experience, a M.S. and Ph.D. in health sciences, as well as certifications as a Certified Health Education Specialist, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, and ACE Fitness Nutrition Specialist, she possesses an impressive arsenal of qualifications. She’s the founder of Fitness in Menopause, a company dedicated to helping women navigate the challenges and rewards of menopause. Her pioneering CEC course is accredited by NASM, AFAA, and ACE, making her an invaluable resource for fitness professionals seeking to expand their expertise. Dr. Luque teaches at the College of Health and Human Services at Trident University International   Episode highlights:  What is menopause? Understanding perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause The 3 main symptom categories Psychological (brain fog, mood swings, anxiety, depression) Physical (hot flashes, joint/muscular pain, skin changes, decrease in stamina/energy) Sexual (urinary tract changes, higher risk of infections, vaginal dryness, low libido) The Menopausal drop zone Treatment without need for cause How to find a certified menopause practitioner near you Fitness during menopause The importance of maintaining muscle mass How to handle hot flashes Body image during menopause, let yourself evolve! Romanticizing our past body ... and letting that go Making peace with body image Exploring supplements + hormone replacement therapy The benefits of creatine   Connect with Dr. Maria Luque @drmarialuque and @newmovesinmenopause New Moves Coaching Waitlist Dr. Maria's Newsletter   Follow along on @taralaferrara for no BS fitness + life advice. Follow along on @broads.podcast for episode updates and extra content.      Sign up for my newsletter HERE and never miss an update!   Take up space in a powerful fitness community.Try Broads for 7 days free and surprise yourself with what’s possible.