October is Menopause awareness month and in the lead up to it, I want to share my health & wellness tips, not only to help you ease into this transition, but to come out the other side, stronger, healthier, and re-energised. 
Ever wondered why your previous workouts are no longer as effective as you go through your 40’s and 50’s? Well, your body is going through a huge process of change; your hormones are dictating a different approach so your training focus should realign and adjust to reflect this.
It’s time to ditch those long, beasting sessions in the gym which are draining you mentally and physically. I practice what I preach daily and follow these guidelines myself.
The end result? I feel so much more in tune with my body in my late 50’s. Energised, strong and mobile, so I can do the things I love like hiking, cycling and wild swimming.
I feel very passionate about sharing my mistakes and my successes, so that my PT clients, class members and you guys can all benefit and totally thrive as you navigate midlife. Checkout my top tips for midlife fitness.
START RESISTANCE TRAINING:
To increase muscle mass & boost metabolism
For maintaining bone density as oestrogen declines
For health, self esteem, confidence & wellness
INCLUDE HIIT TRAINING:
Short bursts of intense exercise with a period of rest
Boosts metabolism, lowers cortisol (the pesky stress hormone that causes belly fat)
Gives a great mental focus
Improves insulin sensitivity – so important in weight loss and midsection weight gain
PILATES/YOGA/ MOBILITY
All are hugely beneficial as a proven stress reducer.
Brilliant for enhancing mood, wellbeing and enabling correct breathing
Amazing for balance, flexibility, pelvic floor health, core strength, total strength
Choose shorter sessions to fit in with busy schedules, and reduce overwhelm
Join a supportive community of like minded people, maybe a community class or my Online Fitness Hub
Train in different planes of movement to keep you strong, vital to prevent falls in later life
Get a PT of a similar age who understand your needs
Choose something you’ll enjoy and motivates you, maybe workout with a buddy
Mix up holistic sessions with the stronger workouts
Include flexibility training
AVOID:
Long repetitive workouts which can place stress on an already stressed body.
What are your thoughts? If you want to know more about staying fit through menopause through my Online Fitness Hub for busy women, or how to book one to one personal training sessions, or even a menopause overhaul package; use this link now Contact
Love Ginny