When menopause throws curveballs, 52-year-old Jennie Garth hits the gym - sometimes with her 21-year-old daughter Lola as added weight and she openly shares the video with her fans!
- Aug 17, 2024
AceShowbiz - Jennie Garth, the beloved "Beverly Hills, 90210" alum, has been candidly documenting her fitness journey as she navigates the challenges of menopause. At 52, Garth is facing menopause head-on, both mentally and physically, and taking her followers along for the ride.
On August 15, she shared an Instagram post featuring an intense workout session with her 21-year-old daughter, Lola - who also occasionally serves as her weight during leg presses!
"It's as much a mental battle as it is physical," Garth wrote, highlighting the dual challenge of maintaining motivation and managing physical discomfort. She has been open about her recent struggles, noting that her busy travel and work schedule, body pain, and the myriad symptoms of menopause make it difficult to stay motivated.
However, she emphasizes the importance of pushing through for the sake of long-term well-being. "Here's the deal… I stay motivated by FORCING myself to workout. I know I'll always feel better from doing it," Garth admitted to her followers.
Lola, whom Garth shares with ex-husband Peter Facinelli, is often present during these workout sessions. Garth finds joy in this, stating, "It's so much fun working out with Lola ... we push each other hard & it's an amazing way to start our day together!"
This mother-daughter bond not only strengthens their relationship but also builds an inspiring model of fitness and perseverance.
Garth's followers often engage with her posts, asking questions and sharing their own experiences. When one follower asked for tips on managing sore muscles, Garth advised, "stretch, stretch & STRETCH!! It's one of the most beneficial things you can be doing for preventing & healing muscles." She is grateful for the support and camaraderie among women facing similar challenges, urging them to "keep the conversation up ladies."
Putting fitness into perspective, Garth shared her evolution of thought around exercise on her podcast "I Choose Me with Jennie Garth". She noted that early in her career, fitness was more about aesthetic appeal due to societal pressures.
Now, Garth views it through a healthier lens, "Every day you wake up is a new day to reset everything... how you want to feel, how you wanna see yourself, how you wanna see others."
Garth's journey, captured in moments of exhaustion, humor, and triumph, resonates with many. What stands out most is her relentless drive, compassionate advice, and the encouraging message that "there's no age limit on taking care of yourself."