S1 EPISODE 4 | Jane Wake: Why women should keep exercising after 50?

Update: 2024-05-31

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In this week’s episode of the B Well Club podcast, we’re talking all things heavy lifting! Breast Cancer UK CEO Thalie Martini welcomes world-renowned health expert Jane Wake to pick her brain on the benefits of weight training for women. The lively conversation also tackles the misconception that women shouldn’t exercise beyond menopause; covering everything from helpful exercise tips to fascinating scientific studies.

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Featured guest: Jane Wake

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Keywords: menopause, perimenopause, post-menopause, strength-training, women’s health, exercise, breast cancer, disease prevention, ageing

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