- Women at this stage of their life are now becoming more aware of the huge benefits being physically active, in particular, strength training has on their health and wellbeing.
- Initial fluctuations, then ultimately decreased oestrogen levels will be present for at least an additional 1/3 to 1/2 of a woman's life, so we have to look after our future body.
- Exercise also has compounding benefits with the addition of HRT:
Benefits of Physical Activity:
- Reduces Bone Mineral Density losses
- Decreases risk of Cardiovascular Disease
- Pelvic floor exercises helps alleviate urinary incontinence
- Improves Mental Wellbeing
- Reduces weight gain, alongside nutritional advice
- Improves sleep
- Improves Cardiovascular & Muscular Fitness
- May help hot flushes
- Occurring in midlife, often a time when women have very busy lives, including teenage children going through puberty, family demands and career importance, so to have to deal with a rollercoaster of hormonal changes is somewhat challenging!
- Positively society is recognising this stage in a woman's life and the evidence supporting exercise at this time of life is plentiful.
- Exercise has huge benefits for Mental & Physical Health.
I will be there for you in this difficult time of your life, to support and empathise with you, alongside providing Physical Activity training plans for your enjoyment!