Survey of Interest for Women Lifting Weights in post-menopausal years, mobility oriented. Studies show that women who lift weights into their golden years spend less time in hospitals, nursing homes, and live independently longer. NPR interview BIG ASK/SHARE: I have been approached to speak on Why Women need Weights into their Wily years! (post-menopause strength training). Simple Answer: maintain your independence! (and it's never too late!) Would you or someone you know benefit from a daytime class with accessible resistance training? Specifically--a fitness class that uses chairs and hand weights to maintain mobility. Here is a survey on Days and Times you (or a Golden Year woman you love) might be interested in a class. If I get 4 surveys that match a day and time by March 15th, I will look into offering a class starting in April. Women With Weights Survey . Less than 5 minutes, does not ask your name or email....