Recommendations for switching from heavy lifting to more pilates/low impact
I'm a 54yr old postmenopausal woman who has been lifting heavy for the last 5 years. I have gone from 125lbs to 138lbs. I believe it is mostly the muscle gain and perhaps some fat gain. I do enjoy pushing myself with the weights but am now having problems with injuries. I believe these injuries are due to repetition and excessive weight lifting, not improper form. I have been working with physio, acupuncture and therapeutic massage to get back on track. However I think it would be best at this stage of my life to get back to more low impact and body weight movements. My body is just so much happier when I move like this.
That all being said, does anyone have any suggestions for programs or similar experiences? Please share, I'm not sure how to proceed.
Recommendations for switching from heavy lifting to more pilates/low impact
I'm a 54yr old postmenopausal woman who has been lifting heavy for the last 5 years. I have gone from 125lbs to 138lbs. I believe it is mostly the muscle gain and perhaps some fat gain. I do enjoy pushing myself with the weights but am now having problems with injuries. I believe these injuries are due to repetition and excessive weight lifting, not improper form. I have been working with physio, acupuncture and therapeutic massage to get back on track. However I think it would be best at this stage of my life to get back to more low impact and body weight movements. My body is just so much happier when I move like this.
That all being said, does anyone have any suggestions for programs or similar experiences? Please share, I'm not sure how to proceed.
Thanks 😊