Why should you exercise in perimenopause?
This is SUCH a good question.
Although sometimes it needs a little unpicking.
Because ‘should’ can be a very negative word to use.
What kind of exercise is GOOD to do in perimenopause feels like a much more positive question.
Exercise that you enjoy is important.
And so is community and social connection. Which is why team sports and community classes can be so great.
Consistency is also key.
And for that you need to enjoy it and get a feeling of progression, of getting better.
It is helpful to address key aspects of our physical wellbeing that become more important as we age and lose the protective benefits of oestrogen.
Cardio vascular strength and resilience
Mobility and flexibility
Strength training - to build and maintain muscle and bone strength
Challenge - to brain, heart, muscle so that we keep moving forward
Joy, fun, and community.
Of course, I aim to get all of this into my outdoor and zoom classes, and more.
I’ve just finished a course called Menostrength which looks at all of this and more. I’m looking forward to developing a new programme to support my perimenopasual clients in even more depth in the near future, but do drop me a line if you’d like some 1:1 support with getting going. And I’m thrilled to have been invited to join the team for Harley Street at Home to deliver exercise classes in their membership.
If you’re struggling to know where to start I offer a Perimenopause Power Hour session which helps you get focussed on finding the right fit of exercise for you. 'Fitness' and exercise can feel confusing, complicated and intimidating for perimenopausal women.
I enjoy helping my clients explore what kinds of movement work and how to get around the obstacles to creating regular exercise habits.