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