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Managing the Perimenopause Transition
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Perimenopause is a transitional phase before menopause that usually occurs in a woman's late 30s to early 50s, where levels of estrogen start to decrease – which can cause a variety of physical and emotional symptoms.
Common symptoms of Perimenopause
Perimenopause is a natural process that occurs around the time a woman’s ovaries gradually stop working. Symptoms typically include:
- Period changes
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Mood changes
- Vaginal dryness
- Sleep problems
- Weight changes
5 Tips to help alleviate the symptoms of Perimenopause
#1 – Stay physically active
Regular exercise can help you manage stress, reducing the risk of weight gain and bone loss. The type of exercise is also important – focus on building strength by lifting heavy weights (relative to your level), keeping the reps low and the load high. Aim for the 1 to 6 rep range.
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If you want to get some cardio in, then prioritise short, high intensity efforts with enough rest to recover for the next one. Tabata or HIIT style workouts are great for this, for example you could this this on an exercise bike:
- 15 seconds all-out effort with 45 seconds rest, for 8-10 rounds
#2 – Eat a healthy diet
Eating a balanced diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables and low in sugar and saturated fat can help you maintain optimal health.
Timing your food around your workout is a must during perimenopause! Eat something small before you workout and within 30 min after finishing. Preferably this would be a balanced meal, however if you can't fit that in within 30 min after your workout, have a snack ready.
#3 – Get enough sleep
Try to get at least seven to eight hours of sleep every night to help manage mood swings and fatigue. A common symptom during perimenopause is disrupted sleep, so creating a sleep routine before going to bed can help you get into deeper sleep and help you to feel more rested when you wake up.
Related: Exercising during your menstrual cycle
Stay away from alcohol as this can disrupt sleep quality even more!
#4 – Manage stress
Practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation and yoga to help reduce stress.
If you’re someone that works out 5 or 6 times per week, has a busy life and a stressful job then you may want to consider adding an extra rest day instead of pushing harder at the gym.
#5 – Consider hormone therapy
Hormone therapy can help alleviate symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness and mood swings. Find a female specialist and don't just go to a regular GP. Talk to any friends and family members who may be going through the same experience and ask for recommendations.
Final thoughts
Remember to always prioritise your health and seek professional help if you experience any severe symptoms that interfere with your daily life. If you’d like to discuss this further, drop me an email at cb@innerfight.com and we can take it from there!
Fun - Honesty - SIMPLICITY - Smash Life - Mental Toughness - Hard Work
ENGINE
Bring the energy and a friend for a high-intensity, super fun partner workout! Expect cardio machines, bodyweight movements, plenty of sweat, and loads of laughs.
GYMNASTICS
Tuesday morning, we’re dialling in on toes-to-bar progressions, followed by capacity work. We’ll then round out the session with core and lat supersets to build strength and control.
Thursday evening, we’re going BIG on bar muscle-ups! Whether you're chasing your first rep or fine-tuning your technique for cleaner, stronger sets, we’ve got you covered with progressions, modifications, and strength drills to help you level up. As always, all abilities welcome!
HYROX - NO HYROX CLASS THIS WEEKEND
MOBILITY
Going super low this session, all about the ankle & feet, the role they play for stability. Of course, with whole body flows to finish it off.
PURE STRENGTH
Monday, we start the week with some heavy bench press pause bench press doubles and some AMRAP sets, followed by some push and pull accessory work. On Wednesday, we continue our deadlift and Box squat progressions.
WEIGHTLIFTING
In weightlifting this week, we are working on snatch. Drilling the positions and building to a heavy single power snatch. Finishing with some front squats.
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Thursday - Endurance Strength
A strength class focused on key movements for endurance athletes to help avoid injury, build speed and develop strength.
Time: 06:30 am
Location: This is a paid class session at InnerFight HQ. If you're interested to join, email winning@innerfight.com
Friday -Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast.
Brief time: 05:54 am
Start time: 05:59 am
Start Location: Common Grounds
Saturday - Long Ride
Our weekly endurance ride. This ride always begins with 18 - 20km at 30kph before a longer segment with various formats. Expect the main group to ride around 34kph, slower groups will break off and form. Anyone is welcome to join.
Time: 05:59 am
Location: Bottom of the Stick, Al Qudra.
Monday
Time: 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Tempo
This week will be dialling into that Tempo effort (7/10 RPE) for 6 mins blocks. You will take a 3 min recovery after each block and repeat the sequence 4x.
Tuesday
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. This week we will be running 200s and 600s at 3km and 5km pace. We will help you identify the best pace group for your ability at the session.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
Today we have intervals in the morning and evening. We will be running 1km repeats this week off a 2 min rest.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast. This week the tempo blocks will be 4 mins in duration with declining rest.
Monday:
Starting the week with some pulling work and tempo push-ups, followed by a push-pull run workout to get the heart rate up and the sweat beads flowing!
Strength:
Every 90 sec x 6 - 8 8 6 6 4 4 Pendlay Rows
Rest 2 mins
EMOM x 6 - Min 1 - 10 Gorilla rows / Min 2 - 3-5 tempo push-ups @30X1
Conditioning:
For Time:
Olivara
21 pull-ups
21 KHSPU
Park run
15 pull-ups
15 KHSPU
Pool run
9 pull-ups
9 kHSPU
Tuesday:
We have some midline work, including GHD hip extensions, GHD sit-ups, and tuck hangs, followed by a longer workout that incorporates rowing and focuses on single-leg and core exercises.
Strength:
Every 75 sec x 16
M1 - 5-10 GHD sit-ups
M2 - 4/4 dual DB front rack step-ups
M3 - 5-10 GHD hip extension (weighted)
M4 - 20-30 sec Tuck/ L. Hang
Conditioning:
AMRAP 25
1500/1250m Row
20 DB Box Step overs
30 V UPS
Wednesday:
We have some heavy DB strict presses with high-rep RDLS, followed by a sandbag and erg interval workout.
Strength:
Every 2 mins x 5 - 3/3 SA seated DB strict press
Every 2:30 mins x 4 - 15 DB RDL @ 30x1
Conditioning:
3 min window:
18/15 Cal Ski
12 Alt Sandbag shoulder to shoulder
AMRAP Cal Bike
Rest 2 mins
3 min window:
18/15 Cal Bike
12 Alt Sandbag shoulder to shoulder
AMRAP Cal Ski
rest 2 mins
x2
Thursday:
On Thursday, we will be back squatting with some AMRAP sets, followed by a simple rope climb and KB swing couplet.
Strength:
Every 2 mins x 5 - 3 3 3 3 3 back squat
rest 2 mins
+
1 set - 1 min amrap @ 85%
rest 2 mins
1 set - 1 min amrap @ 75%
Conditioning:
12min AMRAP
10 Russian KB swings
1 RC
20 Russian KB swings
1 RC
30 Russian KB swings
1 RC
Every new round increase the Rope Climbs by 1 Rep
Friday:
On Friday, we have a big team workout that's going to be epic! Rally your squad and get booked in!
Conditioning:
In teams of 4:
20KM C2 Bike
80 Wall Walks
Every 4mins, the whole team performs:
1 round of Cindy
5 Pull-ups
10 Push-ups
15 Air Squats
Perimenopause is a transitional phase before menopause that usually occurs in a woman's late 30s to early 50s, where levels of estrogen start to decrease – which can cause a variety of physical and emotional symptoms.
Common symptoms of Perimenopause
Perimenopause is a natural process that occurs around the time a woman’s ovaries gradually stop working. Symptoms typically include:
- Period changes
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Mood changes
- Vaginal dryness
- Sleep problems
- Weight changes
5 Tips to help alleviate the symptoms of Perimenopause
#1 – Stay physically active
Regular exercise can help you manage stress, reducing the risk of weight gain and bone loss. The type of exercise is also important – focus on building strength by lifting heavy weights (relative to your level), keeping the reps low and the load high. Aim for the 1 to 6 rep range.
If you want to get some cardio in, then prioritise short, high intensity efforts with enough rest to recover for the next one. Tabata or HIIT style workouts are great for this, for example you could this this on an exercise bike:
- 15 seconds all-out effort with 45 seconds rest, for 8-10 rounds
#2 – Eat a healthy diet
Eating a balanced diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables and low in sugar and saturated fat can help you maintain optimal health.
Timing your food around your workout is a must during perimenopause! Eat something small before you workout and within 30 min after finishing. Preferably this would be a balanced meal, however if you can't fit that in within 30 min after your workout, have a snack ready.
#3 – Get enough sleep
Try to get at least seven to eight hours of sleep every night to help manage mood swings and fatigue. A common symptom during perimenopause is disrupted sleep, so creating a sleep routine before going to bed can help you get into deeper sleep and help you to feel more rested when you wake up.
Related: Exercising during your menstrual cycle
Stay away from alcohol as this can disrupt sleep quality even more!
#4 – Manage stress
Practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation and yoga to help reduce stress.
If you’re someone that works out 5 or 6 times per week, has a busy life and a stressful job then you may want to consider adding an extra rest day instead of pushing harder at the gym.
#5 – Consider hormone therapy
Hormone therapy can help alleviate symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness and mood swings. Find a female specialist and don't just go to a regular GP. Talk to any friends and family members who may be going through the same experience and ask for recommendations.
Final thoughts
Remember to always prioritise your health and seek professional help if you experience any severe symptoms that interfere with your daily life. If you’d like to discuss this further, drop me an email at cb@innerfight.com and we can take it from there!
Fun - Honesty - SIMPLICITY - Smash Life - Mental Toughness - Hard Work
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Thursday - Endurance Strength
A strength class focused on key movements for endurance athletes to help avoid injury, build speed and develop strength.
Time: 06:30 am
Location: This is a paid class session at InnerFight HQ. If you're interested to join, email winning@innerfight.com
Friday -Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast.
Brief time: 05:54 am
Start time: 05:59 am
Start Location: Common Grounds
Saturday - Long Ride
Our weekly endurance ride. This ride always begins with 18 - 20km at 30kph before a longer segment with various formats. Expect the main group to ride around 34kph, slower groups will break off and form. Anyone is welcome to join.
Time: 05:59 am
Location: Bottom of the Stick, Al Qudra.
Monday
Time: 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Tempo
This week will be dialling into that Tempo effort (7/10 RPE) for 6 mins blocks. You will take a 3 min recovery after each block and repeat the sequence 4x.
Tuesday
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. This week we will be running 200s and 600s at 3km and 5km pace. We will help you identify the best pace group for your ability at the session.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
Today we have intervals in the morning and evening. We will be running 1km repeats this week off a 2 min rest.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast. This week the tempo blocks will be 4 mins in duration with declining rest.
Monday:
Starting the week with some pulling work and tempo push-ups, followed by a push-pull run workout to get the heart rate up and the sweat beads flowing!
Strength:
Every 90 sec x 6 - 8 8 6 6 4 4 Pendlay Rows
Rest 2 mins
EMOM x 6 - Min 1 - 10 Gorilla rows / Min 2 - 3-5 tempo push-ups @30X1
Conditioning:
For Time:
Olivara
21 pull-ups
21 KHSPU
Park run
15 pull-ups
15 KHSPU
Pool run
9 pull-ups
9 kHSPU
Tuesday:
We have some midline work, including GHD hip extensions, GHD sit-ups, and tuck hangs, followed by a longer workout that incorporates rowing and focuses on single-leg and core exercises.
Strength:
Every 75 sec x 16
M1 - 5-10 GHD sit-ups
M2 - 4/4 dual DB front rack step-ups
M3 - 5-10 GHD hip extension (weighted)
M4 - 20-30 sec Tuck/ L. Hang
Conditioning:
AMRAP 25
1500/1250m Row
20 DB Box Step overs
30 V UPS
Wednesday:
We have some heavy DB strict presses with high-rep RDLS, followed by a sandbag and erg interval workout.
Strength:
Every 2 mins x 5 - 3/3 SA seated DB strict press
Every 2:30 mins x 4 - 15 DB RDL @ 30x1
Conditioning:
3 min window:
18/15 Cal Ski
12 Alt Sandbag shoulder to shoulder
AMRAP Cal Bike
Rest 2 mins
3 min window:
18/15 Cal Bike
12 Alt Sandbag shoulder to shoulder
AMRAP Cal Ski
rest 2 mins
x2
Thursday:
On Thursday, we will be back squatting with some AMRAP sets, followed by a simple rope climb and KB swing couplet.
Strength:
Every 2 mins x 5 - 3 3 3 3 3 back squat
rest 2 mins
+
1 set - 1 min amrap @ 85%
rest 2 mins
1 set - 1 min amrap @ 75%
Conditioning:
12min AMRAP
10 Russian KB swings
1 RC
20 Russian KB swings
1 RC
30 Russian KB swings
1 RC
Every new round increase the Rope Climbs by 1 Rep
Friday:
On Friday, we have a big team workout that's going to be epic! Rally your squad and get booked in!
Conditioning:
In teams of 4:
20KM C2 Bike
80 Wall Walks
Every 4mins, the whole team performs:
1 round of Cindy
5 Pull-ups
10 Push-ups
15 Air Squats
ENGINE
Bring the energy and a friend for a high-intensity, super fun partner workout! Expect cardio machines, bodyweight movements, plenty of sweat, and loads of laughs.
GYMNASTICS
Tuesday morning, we’re dialling in on toes-to-bar progressions, followed by capacity work. We’ll then round out the session with core and lat supersets to build strength and control.
Thursday evening, we’re going BIG on bar muscle-ups! Whether you're chasing your first rep or fine-tuning your technique for cleaner, stronger sets, we’ve got you covered with progressions, modifications, and strength drills to help you level up. As always, all abilities welcome!
HYROX - NO HYROX CLASS THIS WEEKEND
MOBILITY
Going super low this session, all about the ankle & feet, the role they play for stability. Of course, with whole body flows to finish it off.
PURE STRENGTH
Monday, we start the week with some heavy bench press pause bench press doubles and some AMRAP sets, followed by some push and pull accessory work. On Wednesday, we continue our deadlift and Box squat progressions.
WEIGHTLIFTING
In weightlifting this week, we are working on snatch. Drilling the positions and building to a heavy single power snatch. Finishing with some front squats.
Perimenopause is a transitional phase before menopause that usually occurs in a woman's late 30s to early 50s, where levels of estrogen start to decrease – which can cause a variety of physical and emotional symptoms.
Common symptoms of Perimenopause
Perimenopause is a natural process that occurs around the time a woman’s ovaries gradually stop working. Symptoms typically include:
- Period changes
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Mood changes
- Vaginal dryness
- Sleep problems
- Weight changes
5 Tips to help alleviate the symptoms of Perimenopause
#1 – Stay physically active
Regular exercise can help you manage stress, reducing the risk of weight gain and bone loss. The type of exercise is also important – focus on building strength by lifting heavy weights (relative to your level), keeping the reps low and the load high. Aim for the 1 to 6 rep range.
If you want to get some cardio in, then prioritise short, high intensity efforts with enough rest to recover for the next one. Tabata or HIIT style workouts are great for this, for example you could this this on an exercise bike:
- 15 seconds all-out effort with 45 seconds rest, for 8-10 rounds
#2 – Eat a healthy diet
Eating a balanced diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables and low in sugar and saturated fat can help you maintain optimal health.
Timing your food around your workout is a must during perimenopause! Eat something small before you workout and within 30 min after finishing. Preferably this would be a balanced meal, however if you can't fit that in within 30 min after your workout, have a snack ready.
#3 – Get enough sleep
Try to get at least seven to eight hours of sleep every night to help manage mood swings and fatigue. A common symptom during perimenopause is disrupted sleep, so creating a sleep routine before going to bed can help you get into deeper sleep and help you to feel more rested when you wake up.
Related: Exercising during your menstrual cycle
Stay away from alcohol as this can disrupt sleep quality even more!
#4 – Manage stress
Practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation and yoga to help reduce stress.
If you’re someone that works out 5 or 6 times per week, has a busy life and a stressful job then you may want to consider adding an extra rest day instead of pushing harder at the gym.
#5 – Consider hormone therapy
Hormone therapy can help alleviate symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness and mood swings. Find a female specialist and don't just go to a regular GP. Talk to any friends and family members who may be going through the same experience and ask for recommendations.
Final thoughts
Remember to always prioritise your health and seek professional help if you experience any severe symptoms that interfere with your daily life. If you’d like to discuss this further, drop me an email at cb@innerfight.com and we can take it from there!
Fun - Honesty - SIMPLICITY - Smash Life - Mental Toughness - Hard Work
Monday
Time: 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Tempo
This week will be dialling into that Tempo effort (7/10 RPE) for 6 mins blocks. You will take a 3 min recovery after each block and repeat the sequence 4x.
Tuesday
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Session: Track Tuesday
This is your chance to run fast with the wider IFE community and coaches. This week we will be running 200s and 600s at 3km and 5km pace. We will help you identify the best pace group for your ability at the session.
Wednesday
Time: 5:59am & 5:59pm
Location: InnerFight
Session: LRC Intervals
Today we have intervals in the morning and evening. We will be running 1km repeats this week off a 2 min rest.
Friday
Time: 5:59am
Location: Common Grounds
Session: The Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast. This week the tempo blocks will be 4 mins in duration with declining rest.
Monday:
Starting the week with some pulling work and tempo push-ups, followed by a push-pull run workout to get the heart rate up and the sweat beads flowing!
Strength:
Every 90 sec x 6 - 8 8 6 6 4 4 Pendlay Rows
Rest 2 mins
EMOM x 6 - Min 1 - 10 Gorilla rows / Min 2 - 3-5 tempo push-ups @30X1
Conditioning:
For Time:
Olivara
21 pull-ups
21 KHSPU
Park run
15 pull-ups
15 KHSPU
Pool run
9 pull-ups
9 kHSPU
Tuesday:
We have some midline work, including GHD hip extensions, GHD sit-ups, and tuck hangs, followed by a longer workout that incorporates rowing and focuses on single-leg and core exercises.
Strength:
Every 75 sec x 16
M1 - 5-10 GHD sit-ups
M2 - 4/4 dual DB front rack step-ups
M3 - 5-10 GHD hip extension (weighted)
M4 - 20-30 sec Tuck/ L. Hang
Conditioning:
AMRAP 25
1500/1250m Row
20 DB Box Step overs
30 V UPS
Wednesday:
We have some heavy DB strict presses with high-rep RDLS, followed by a sandbag and erg interval workout.
Strength:
Every 2 mins x 5 - 3/3 SA seated DB strict press
Every 2:30 mins x 4 - 15 DB RDL @ 30x1
Conditioning:
3 min window:
18/15 Cal Ski
12 Alt Sandbag shoulder to shoulder
AMRAP Cal Bike
Rest 2 mins
3 min window:
18/15 Cal Bike
12 Alt Sandbag shoulder to shoulder
AMRAP Cal Ski
rest 2 mins
x2
Thursday:
On Thursday, we will be back squatting with some AMRAP sets, followed by a simple rope climb and KB swing couplet.
Strength:
Every 2 mins x 5 - 3 3 3 3 3 back squat
rest 2 mins
+
1 set - 1 min amrap @ 85%
rest 2 mins
1 set - 1 min amrap @ 75%
Conditioning:
12min AMRAP
10 Russian KB swings
1 RC
20 Russian KB swings
1 RC
30 Russian KB swings
1 RC
Every new round increase the Rope Climbs by 1 Rep
Friday:
On Friday, we have a big team workout that's going to be epic! Rally your squad and get booked in!
Conditioning:
In teams of 4:
20KM C2 Bike
80 Wall Walks
Every 4mins, the whole team performs:
1 round of Cindy
5 Pull-ups
10 Push-ups
15 Air Squats
ENGINE
Bring the energy and a friend for a high-intensity, super fun partner workout! Expect cardio machines, bodyweight movements, plenty of sweat, and loads of laughs.
GYMNASTICS
Tuesday morning, we’re dialling in on toes-to-bar progressions, followed by capacity work. We’ll then round out the session with core and lat supersets to build strength and control.
Thursday evening, we’re going BIG on bar muscle-ups! Whether you're chasing your first rep or fine-tuning your technique for cleaner, stronger sets, we’ve got you covered with progressions, modifications, and strength drills to help you level up. As always, all abilities welcome!
HYROX - NO HYROX CLASS THIS WEEKEND
MOBILITY
Going super low this session, all about the ankle & feet, the role they play for stability. Of course, with whole body flows to finish it off.
PURE STRENGTH
Monday, we start the week with some heavy bench press pause bench press doubles and some AMRAP sets, followed by some push and pull accessory work. On Wednesday, we continue our deadlift and Box squat progressions.
WEIGHTLIFTING
In weightlifting this week, we are working on snatch. Drilling the positions and building to a heavy single power snatch. Finishing with some front squats.
Track Tuesday
Our weekly on track speed session! For any level of runner looking to build their run speed, threshold and Vo2max fitness and run with the best running community in Dubai.
Time: 05:59 am
Session Length: 1 hour
Location: Dubai Sports City Sports Park
Thursday - Endurance Strength
A strength class focused on key movements for endurance athletes to help avoid injury, build speed and develop strength.
Time: 06:30 am
Location: This is a paid class session at InnerFight HQ. If you're interested to join, email winning@innerfight.com
Friday -Coffee Run
Our weekly tempo run. Sessions are built on an RPE scale and accessible to all levels of runner. We start together, run hard then finish together and chat about it over a coffee and breakfast.
Brief time: 05:54 am
Start time: 05:59 am
Start Location: Common Grounds
Saturday - Long Ride
Our weekly endurance ride. This ride always begins with 18 - 20km at 30kph before a longer segment with various formats. Expect the main group to ride around 34kph, slower groups will break off and form. Anyone is welcome to join.
Time: 05:59 am
Location: Bottom of the Stick, Al Qudra.
Perimenopause is a transitional phase before menopause that usually occurs in a woman's late 30s to early 50s, where levels of estrogen start to decrease – which can cause a variety of physical and emotional symptoms.
Common symptoms of Perimenopause
Perimenopause is a natural process that occurs around the time a woman’s ovaries gradually stop working. Symptoms typically include:
- Period changes
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Mood changes
- Vaginal dryness
- Sleep problems
- Weight changes
5 Tips to help alleviate the symptoms of Perimenopause
#1 – Stay physically active
Regular exercise can help you manage stress, reducing the risk of weight gain and bone loss. The type of exercise is also important – focus on building strength by lifting heavy weights (relative to your level), keeping the reps low and the load high. Aim for the 1 to 6 rep range.
If you want to get some cardio in, then prioritise short, high intensity efforts with enough rest to recover for the next one. Tabata or HIIT style workouts are great for this, for example you could this this on an exercise bike:
- 15 seconds all-out effort with 45 seconds rest, for 8-10 rounds
#2 – Eat a healthy diet
Eating a balanced diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables and low in sugar and saturated fat can help you maintain optimal health.
Timing your food around your workout is a must during perimenopause! Eat something small before you workout and within 30 min after finishing. Preferably this would be a balanced meal, however if you can't fit that in within 30 min after your workout, have a snack ready.
#3 – Get enough sleep
Try to get at least seven to eight hours of sleep every night to help manage mood swings and fatigue. A common symptom during perimenopause is disrupted sleep, so creating a sleep routine before going to bed can help you get into deeper sleep and help you to feel more rested when you wake up.
Related: Exercising during your menstrual cycle
Stay away from alcohol as this can disrupt sleep quality even more!
#4 – Manage stress
Practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation and yoga to help reduce stress.
If you’re someone that works out 5 or 6 times per week, has a busy life and a stressful job then you may want to consider adding an extra rest day instead of pushing harder at the gym.
#5 – Consider hormone therapy
Hormone therapy can help alleviate symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness and mood swings. Find a female specialist and don't just go to a regular GP. Talk to any friends and family members who may be going through the same experience and ask for recommendations.
Final thoughts
Remember to always prioritise your health and seek professional help if you experience any severe symptoms that interfere with your daily life. If you’d like to discuss this further, drop me an email at cb@innerfight.com and we can take it from there!
Fun - Honesty - SIMPLICITY - Smash Life - Mental Toughness - Hard Work
Perimenopause is a transitional phase before menopause that usually occurs in a woman's late 30s to early 50s, where levels of estrogen start to decrease – which can cause a variety of physical and emotional symptoms.
Common symptoms of Perimenopause
Perimenopause is a natural process that occurs around the time a woman’s ovaries gradually stop working. Symptoms typically include:
- Period changes
- Hot flashes and night sweats
- Mood changes
- Vaginal dryness
- Sleep problems
- Weight changes
5 Tips to help alleviate the symptoms of Perimenopause
#1 – Stay physically active
Regular exercise can help you manage stress, reducing the risk of weight gain and bone loss. The type of exercise is also important – focus on building strength by lifting heavy weights (relative to your level), keeping the reps low and the load high. Aim for the 1 to 6 rep range.
If you want to get some cardio in, then prioritise short, high intensity efforts with enough rest to recover for the next one. Tabata or HIIT style workouts are great for this, for example you could this this on an exercise bike:
- 15 seconds all-out effort with 45 seconds rest, for 8-10 rounds
#2 – Eat a healthy diet
Eating a balanced diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables and low in sugar and saturated fat can help you maintain optimal health.
Timing your food around your workout is a must during perimenopause! Eat something small before you workout and within 30 min after finishing. Preferably this would be a balanced meal, however if you can't fit that in within 30 min after your workout, have a snack ready.
#3 – Get enough sleep
Try to get at least seven to eight hours of sleep every night to help manage mood swings and fatigue. A common symptom during perimenopause is disrupted sleep, so creating a sleep routine before going to bed can help you get into deeper sleep and help you to feel more rested when you wake up.
Related: Exercising during your menstrual cycle
Stay away from alcohol as this can disrupt sleep quality even more!
#4 – Manage stress
Practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation and yoga to help reduce stress.
If you’re someone that works out 5 or 6 times per week, has a busy life and a stressful job then you may want to consider adding an extra rest day instead of pushing harder at the gym.
#5 – Consider hormone therapy
Hormone therapy can help alleviate symptoms such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness and mood swings. Find a female specialist and don't just go to a regular GP. Talk to any friends and family members who may be going through the same experience and ask for recommendations.
Final thoughts
Remember to always prioritise your health and seek professional help if you experience any severe symptoms that interfere with your daily life. If you’d like to discuss this further, drop me an email at cb@innerfight.com and we can take it from there!
Fun - Honesty - SIMPLICITY - Smash Life - Mental Toughness - Hard Work
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