What if just one minute of movement a day could shift your entire mindset—and improve your hormonal and metabolic health?
In this episode of Hormones and Hope, Dr. Chhaya Makhija is joined by Dr. Sara Ionescu, a family medicine physician and mom of five who now coaches women—especially busy professionals and physicians on how to add simple, effective movement into their daily routines. No gym memberships. No fancy equipment. Just real-life strategies that fit into your already-full schedule.
They talk about:
- The difference between movement and structured exercise
- Why walking can absolutely support hormonal balance and metabolic health
- How to build strength without lifting heavy weights
- Desk-friendly movements for women with sedentary jobs
- Tips to stay consistent without relying on motivation
- Easy strength training moves using your own bodyweight
This is a must-watch for anyone feeling overwhelmed by fitness culture, struggling with time constraints, or navigating the changes that come with perimenopause, menopause, or postpartum recovery.
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Dr. Sara Ionescu is a board certified family medicine physician, and exercise enthusiast. She is passionate about wellness, preventative care, and exercise and loves to inspire others to move. She strives to stay physically active daily as she sees massive physical and mental health benefits with this and wants to help, inspire and encourage others to do the same!
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