If you exercised before pregnancy, you can safely continue exercising. If you were inactive or you have medical complications, talk with your doctor before beginning to exercise.

Misconceptions about weight training -- often based on unfounded fears of becoming too muscular -- can keep women from pushing their fitness levels.

Menopause was once a life-stage dreaded by many women, but that's not true today. To stay youthful and active at this age, eat nutritious meals and get regular physical exercise.