As we age, our ability to burn the same amount of calories we did when we were 20 years old changes. The reason is our organs are not as efficient, our muscle mass diminishes and of course hormones play a role in body composition. All of these factors combined can result in weight gain and slowed or inability to lose body fat. Both of these are top health concerns for women according to the experts. Here are five keys to managing weight gain: Sleep: Get at leat 6-8 per night.

Cydne Mooney This 60-year old grandmother can now garden with ease, enjoy participating in outdoor activities such as hiking and is able to get down on the floor to play with her grandchildren with no problems as a result of participating in classes at LiveWellFit. Cydne has struggled with knee issues and hypothyroidism, but reports that both are doing better since she began exercising. “My endocrinologist has had to decrease my thyroid medicine twice and he is amazed,” said