Let’s be honest: midlife comes with changes that no one really warns you about. One minute you’re smashing your workouts and sleeping well, the next you’re wondering why you’re always tired, moody, and gaining weight around your middle.
If you feel like your body has suddenly hit a wall, then don’t worry, you’re not broken. You’re just in a new hormonal phase.
Understanding what’s happening during perimenopause and post-menopause is key to taking back control. Your training, nutrition, and recovery can still work for you – you just need to work with your hormones, not against them.
The Two Phases: What’s the Difference?
Perimenopause is the lead-up to menopause, where oestrogen and progesterone begin to fluctuate – sometimes wildly. One week you feel fine, the next you’re not sleeping, your mood tanks, and your usual routine suddenly stops delivering results.
Post-menopause begins once you’ve gone 12 months without a period. Hormone levels are now consistently low. That may sound daunting, but there’s good news: the hormonal rollercoaster has ended. What your body needs now is consistency, structure, and the right kind of support.
In a nutshell:
- Perimenopause is erratic. Your best tools? Routine and structure.
- Post-menopause is steady but unprotected. Your best strategy? Stimulus and support.
Stay tuned for blog 2 in this series which focuses on how your training should shift – because movement isn’t optional, it’s essential.
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