Women can lose up to 20% of their bone density during perimenopause—and most don’t even know it’s happening. In this episode, orthopedic surgeon and author Dr. Vonda Wright breaks down how aging, hormones, and lifestyle impact bone, muscle, and brain health, and shares practical steps to stay strong, resilient, and unbreakable. From hormone therapy to lifting weights, she reveals the science-backed strategies that help women thrive at every stage of life.About Dr. Wright:Dr. Vonda Wright is a double-boarded orthopedic surgeon and leading authority on active aging and mobility. Her practice spans minimally invasive hip, shoulder, and knee surgery, cartilage restoration, injury prevention, and performance optimization. As founding director of PRIMA, her groundbreaking research on musculoskeletal aging is reshaping how we approach longevity and mobility. Dr. Wright has cared for athletes across the spectrum—from Division I teams and Olympic track athletes to World Rugby, the Atlanta Ballet, and even E-Sports competitors.***Where to find Dr. Vonda Wrighthttps://www.drvondawright.com/Instagram: @drvondawrightPre-order her new book: https://theunbreakablebook.com/***Subscribe to The Neuro Experience for more conversations at the intersection of brain science and performance. I'm committed to bringing you evidence-based insights that you can apply to your own health journey.***A huge thank you to my sponsors for supporting this episode. Check them out and enjoy exclusive discounts:Function Health:Visit www.functionhealth.com/Louisanicola or use gift code NEURO100 at sign-up to own your health.Ketone IQ:Go to https://ketone.com/NEURO for 30% OFF your subscription order + receive a free gift with your second shipment.***I’m Louisa Nicola — clinical neuroscientist — Alzheimer’s prevention specialist — founder of Neuro Athletics.My mission is to translate cutting-edge neuroscience into actionable strategies for cognitive longevity, peak performance, and brain disease prevention.If you're committed to optimizing your brain — reducing Alzheimer’s risk — and staying mentally sharp for life, you’re in the right place.Stay sharp. Stay informed. Join thousands who subscribe to the Neuro Athletics Newsletter → https://bit.ly/3ewI5P0Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisanicola_/Twitter : https://twitter.com/louisanicola_Topics discussed:Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices