Movement During Menopause: Why It Matters More Than Ever

Perimenopause and menopause bring a whole shift — physically, emotionally, hormonally. Movement won’t “fix” everything, but it can be one of your most powerful tools for staying steady in the storm.

Pilates is especially valuable at this stage of life: it helps with joint stiffness, core connection, pelvic floor awareness, and nervous system regulation — all of which can be disrupted by hormonal changes. It’s not about pushing harder. It’s about moving smarter.

Try spine curls to support your lower back and circulation, footwork sequences to wake up balance and proprioception, and breath-led side bends to ease tight ribs and improve mood.

For deeper support, I often recommend the Balance App by Dr Louise Newson — a free UK-based resource with personalised tracking and evidence-based education.

Movement is more than exercise here. It’s connection, confidence, and agency — on your own terms, in your own rhythm.