During perimenopause and menopause women experience significant hormonal changes, which can impact every aspect of their lives. Fluctuating hormone levels can affect physical and emotional wellbeing, with the decline in estrogen and progesterone resulting in symptoms such as irregular menstrual cycles, hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, low libido, weight gain, brain fog and vaginal changes, to name just a few.
The perimenopause and menopause can also have worrying health implications. A drop in estrogen can lead to a decline in bone density, which increases the risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures. This is why strength training is particularly important during this phase.