174 // The Effect of Exercise on ADHD & Perimenopause, with Debra Atkinson

Curious how exercise affects the brain? What about the brain during menopause or for those with ADHD?

In today’s episode, I am joined by Debra Atkinson - a trainer, speaker, coach, exercise physiologist and founder of Flipping 50. We discuss how movement affects the brain and supports women through perimenopause and menopause, especially those with ADHD.

Today’s episode answers questions like:

How does exercise affect the brain?

What are the short-term vs. long-term benefits of exercise?

How can I be more consistent with exercise, as a woman with ADHD?

Which is better; high-intensity, moderate-intensity or low-intensity workouts?

How often should I weight-train for optimal bone density and muscle growth?

Do the workout requirements change when I hit menopause?

What kind of workout lowers cortisol?

How many reps should I be doing?

I hope you enjoy today’s episode and find something helpful or encouraging. Thanks for being here!