As the days get shorter and the mornings turn crisp, you know what that means — ski season is just around the corner. The first runs of the year are always exciting, but it’s also the time when many injuries happen. The truth is, skiing places unique demands on your body, and if you haven’t prepared for them, your knees, hips, and back will let you know fast.

Think of your body (or a specific tissue) as a cup. The size of the cup represents your tissue’s capacity or tolerance — how much physical, emotional, or physiological stress it can handle before overflowing.

When we think of menopause, the first things that often come to mind are hot flashes, mood changes, or disrupted sleep. But what’s less often discussed — and just as important — is how menopause affects your bones, muscles, tendons, and pelvic floor.