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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