Strength training vs swimming – which is best after 45?

Wondering if those daily laps of the pool are enough to keep you strong as you age? Liz discusses the benefits of swimming for cardiovascular fitness and mobility – but explains why adding strength training to your routine is key for muscle maintenance and bone health.

Plus: Treating hormonal breakouts, improving the appearance of loose skin, why a low-histamine diet might help with itchy skin and what's causing recurrent breast cysts?

Also in this episode:

·     Advice for treating hormonal acne

·     How can I help my loose, crepey skin after weight loss?

·     Why has menopause triggered itchy skin and hay fever?

·     Should I be worried about HRT causing breast cysts?

·     Does swimming count as resistance exercise?

Links in this episode:

·     Balance app for tracking hormonal symptoms

·     Podcast with Veronique Bataille on SPF use and skin health

·     Azelaic acid formula for blemish-prone skin

·     Skin + Me products for inflamed skin

·     Podcast with Dr Clare Ashby on hormones and histamines

·     Read What is histamine intolerance?

·     DAO enzyme supplement

·     Quercetin

·     Luteolin

·     Podcast with Professor Vik Khullar on mast cells, histamine and bladder issues

·     Follow one of Liz’s workout routines

·     Podcast with Dr Gabrielle Lyon on building muscle for longevity

·     Ceramide body cream

·     Niacinamide cream for face and body

·     Read 6 ways to lift and firm crepey skin

Get in touch with a question for Liz:

·     Email: [email protected]

·     WhatsApp: 07518 471 846

More from Liz:

·     How To Age

·     A Better Second Half

·     Follow Liz on Instagram

·     Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram

Host: Liz Earle

Producer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)

Content Writer: Lucy Parley

Head of Brand: Ellie Smith

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