Do physical exercises help women in their 40s and 50s improve strength and flexibility?

This article deals with issues aimed at the development of middle-aged women who are able to stimulate the endurance of the abdominal press, the flexibility of the hamstrings, and the muscular endurance of the upper body after 12 weeks of physical exercises for two sessions of 60 minutes per week. Squats and push-ups increase strength and muscular endurance. A woman's physical condition is also largely tied to the phases of the menstrual cycle. At the same time, the manifestation of changes in the body of women during this period is very diverse. Menstrual health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not just the absence of diseases or ailments associated with the menstrual cycle. This is the process of preparing the body for pregnancy. Menstrual health has a huge impact on society, from the impact on careers and opportunities to health issues. Menstruation greatly affects the physical performance of athletes due to symptoms such as cramps, back pain, headache and bloating. In addition, statistics claim that 75% of women who engage in any type of physical activity experience negative side effects due to their menstrual cycle. During menstruation, women suffer from several physical, psychological, and behavioral symptoms that often result from premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Approximately 75% of women suffer from PMS and may experience headaches, abdominal cramps, bloating, fatigue, anxiety, high stress levels, or a combination of these symptoms. These symptoms range from mild to so severe that some women take days off work. While this is difficult for women to deal with in general, it affects athletes even more, who often have to go through rigorous training and physical exertion on a daily basis.

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