Any form of physical activity such as walking, swimming or team sports can have a positive effect on well-being and potentially menopause symptoms
38% of women aged 45-54 do not meet physical activity guidelines
Mindful exercises like Yoga are especially good at helping to reduce anxiety symptoms.
Physical activity can increase important hormones that increase your brain function and ability to think clearly.
Physical activity can reduce inflammation and stress hormones like cortisol which have been linked to anxiety.
Moderate intensity exercise can be determined by being able to talk but not sing when you are exercising.
If you go from doing no exercise to doing 30 minutes of exercise per week you get the most health benefits
Physical activity may be as effective as other commonly used treatments for anxiety such as psychological therapies like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
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Strength training is recommended for everyone but is particularly important for menopausal women as it can reduce the risk of developing osteoporosis. This does include traditional strength training in the gym, but activities such as heavy-duty gardening, carrying heavy shopping bags or walking up stairs and hills also count.