6: Body Image and Quality of Life in Menopause with Dr. Maria Luque

The Badass Reset Club

Today we have a dynamo expert on to talk about something SUPER important; body image and quality of life in menopause! Dr. Maria Luque is a fitness expert, health science professor, education content developer, menopause expert, and busy mother passionate about sharing knowledge and helping women lead healthier, happier lives. After serving in the US Air Force, where she served as a Fitness Program Manager, she pursued her PhD in health sciences and conducted a research study on the effects of physical activity on the quality of life through the menopausal transition.

With 20 years of hands-on fitness experience and over 10 years of focusing on menopause, she brings extensive knowledge to all aspects of fitness and menopause, specifically as it relates to quality of life. She’s the founder of Fitness in Menopause, a company dedicated to helping women navigate the challenges and rewards of menopause. She holds both graduate and post-graduate degrees in health sciences and certifications as Certified Health Education Specialist, ACE Certified Personal Trainer, and ACE Fitness Nutrition Specialist.

Her course Menopausal Fitness: Training the Menopausal Client is a NASM, AFAA, and ACE- accredited continuing education course for fitness professionals. She teaches at the College of Health and Human Services at Trident University International and is a freelance writer and content developer for companies interested in helping the menopausal community. You can reach her on IG @drmarialuque and FB @fitnessinmenopause. Her website is www.FitnessInMenopause.com

To find a menopause expert near you, go to https://www.menopause.org/.

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