Most of us will be familiar with the notion that as we age, we can’t eat the same way as our younger selves once did - but it’s much more likely that weight gain in later life is caused by lifestyle changes than by a slowing metabolism.

The goal of practical fitness isn’t to lose weight, get stronger or even get fitter. It’s to create the habits that make those things happen automatically. It may not be flashy, but it will always produce results.

From the limited daily intake of essential nutrients, to the sub-optimal recovery conditions, training and nutrition during Ramadan can be a challenge, so you’ll need to make some adjustments.

While greater awareness of menopause is growing, there is still a widespread lack of understanding of how to manage menopause symptoms. As well as HRT and regular exercise, one other area to consider is your diet.