E279: How I Got Osteoporosis Before Menopause and The Tools Every Woman Needs to Reverse Bone Loss

Imagine waking up feeling clear, light, and full of energy in just one week. That's exactly what our Fall Vitality 7-Day Reboot delivers. Daily support & accountability Clean, nourishing meals (that taste good!) Live group coaching & guidance A supportive sisterhood to do it with you 🔗 Sign up now through this link: https://l.bttr.to/SS7UF _______________________________ In this empowering solo episode of The Art of Living Well Podcast, hosts Marnie Dachis Marmet, a Certified Holistic Health Coach and Longevity expert, Author, Entrepreneur, Yoga Instructor, and Board Certified Integrative Health Practitioner (IHP 1, 2); and Stephanie May Potter, a Board Certified Integrative Health Practitioner (IHP 1, 2) and Holistic Health Coach, a National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach (NBHWC), and a certified Yoga Instructor, dive deep into the often overlooked topic of bone health and muscle preservation: the two essential pillars for aging with strength and vitality. They share their personal journeys, shocking stats on osteoporosis, and how hormonal changes, especially during and after menopause, affect bone density. From their love of strength training to the surprising benefits of weighted vests, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone seeking to extend their healthspan, not just lifespan. Whether you're in your 30s trying to build strength or in your 70s looking to stay active and independent, this episode provides science-backed advice, practical tools, and heartfelt encouragement to take action now. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why bone health should be on your radar before menopause. How low estrogen, even in your 20s and 30s, can harm bone density. The truth about osteoporosis, even in muscular and active individuals. Why weighted vests are more than just a fitness trend. How to build strong bones and muscles without a gym membership. Why strength training is non-negotiable as you age. Noteworthy Quotes from the Episode: "Bone loss is silent. We don't even know what's happening to us." – Stephanie May Potter "You're never too old to get strong." – Marnie Dachis Marmet "Strength training is non-negotiable as we age." – Stephanie May Potter "Don't worry about looking bulky, what you're really doing is protecting your future self." – Marnie Dachis Marmet "You don't want to live a long life and then be frail." – Stephanie May Potter "Just because you look fit on the outside doesn't mean your bones are strong on the inside." – Marnie Dachis Marmet Episode Breakdown with Timestamps: [00:00] Why you may not know your bones are weakening. [05:35] Let's Talk Bone Health: Why you need to care, sooner than you think. [07:10] The rapid bone loss women face post-menopause. [12:15] Muscle & Metabolism: Why muscle loss increases insulin resistance. [25:06] Research-backed benefits for bone density. [33:05] How Dexa scans empower your next steps. _______________________________ 📬 Sign up for our Substack newsletter to enjoy wellness tips, exclusive content, and special updates here: https://theartoflivingwell.substack.com/ _______________________________ Sign up for your 15-minute Health Transformation Audit _______________________________ Join the Minneapolis Hiking Collective: https://web.facebook.com/groups/1368978181038556/ _______________________________ Buy the Adjustable Weighted Vest here: https://hyperwear.com/products/hyper-vest-tactical-weight-vest Get the Weighted vest Stephanie has: https://amzn.to/44HJpIV _______________________________ Follow The Art of Living Well Podcast: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-art-of-living-well-podcast/ Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflivingwel/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theartoflivingwellpodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofliving_well/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/theartoflivingwellpodcast/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gym3jOPdSHwrpM1BmxyJz?si=6E16CJZEQ5OIwpFzs2Ocaw Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-of-living-well-podcast/id1482050468 Connect with your Hosts here: https://www.theartoflivingwell.us/about-us