Preparing Your Muscles, Tendons & Bones for Menopause with Dr. Vonda Wright

Dr. Vonda Wright shares invaluable insights into the
musculoskeletal syndrome of menopause, unravelling the
complexities of arthralgia, inflammation, and the impact of
decreasing estradiol on our joints, bone density, muscle mass,
and fat distribution. She and Dr. Stephanie explore the
phenomenon of frozen shoulder, its prevalence in the female
population, and effective strategies for managing and preventing
it.


Dr. Vonda also unveils her cutting-edge training protocol for
lifting heavy, emphasizing the importance of balanced upper and
lower body workouts to promote strength and resilience. They also
delve into the nuances of zone training, injury prevention, and
the significance of stability and instability training in
enhancing our physical prowess as we age gracefully.


Get ready to be inspired and empowered as Dr. Wright uncovers the
secrets to optimizing muscle health and vitality during
menopause. So grab your headphones and tune in to this
enlightening conversation.


Episode Overview:


0:00 Intro/Teaser
0:01:29 Introduction to Muscles and Menopause
0:03:28 Dr. Vonda Wright's Menopause Story
0:13:41 Dr. Vonda's Menopause Experience
0:24:33 Advocating for Women's Health
0:31:31 Treatment Spectrum for Frozen Shoulder
0:37:45 Preventing Frozen Shoulder in Women
0:39:11 Preparing for Menopause
0:39:33 The Power of Heavy Lifting
0:42:08 The Importance of Rest Time
0:43:50 The Effort of Heavy Lifting
0:45:54 The Importance of Rest Periods
0:48:49 The Significance of Warm-Ups
0:50:25 Zone Two Training for Women
0:51:50 Sprinting vs. Zone Two Training
0:57:35 Mental Resilience in Sprinting
0:59:43 Strength, Stability, and Injury Prevention
1:09:26 Harnessing Muscle Satellite Cells
1:11:31 Stimulating Muscle Growth


Bio:


Dr. Vonda Wright is a double-boarded, fellowship-trained
orthopedic surgeon and internationally recognized authority on
active aging and mobility. Dr. Wright’s practice focuses on
minimally invasive surgery for hip preservation, shoulder and
knee reconstruction, cartilage restoration, orthobiologics, and
the latest in injury prevention and performance optimization. An
intra-preneur, Dr. Wright was the founding director of the
Performance and Research Initiative for Masters Athletes (PRIMA)
and her pioneering research in mobility and musculoskeletal aging
is changing the way we view and treat the aging process. More at
https://www.drvondawright.com


Resources Mentioned:


InSPIRe- Institute for Sports Performance and Innovative Research
https://www.speaker.drvondawright.com/resources/research


HOT For Your Health podcast -
https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/hot-for-your-health/id1055206993


Estrogen Matters book - https://estrogenmatters.com


HRT, Bioidenticals & Menopause: Benefits & Risks -
https://drstephanieestima.com/podcasts/hrt-bioidenticals-menopause-benefits-risks/


The Yentl Syndrome - https://www.nature.com/articles/353383a0.pdf


Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drvondawright/


YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/vondawright


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