Don't let Menopause be a Disruption

As women in our 40's and beyond our minds and bodies are experiencing dramatic hormonal changes, but estrogen takes the cake. In a nutshell estrogen helps our bodies to return to a resting and recovered state. In peri-menopause and menopause waning estrogen results in a more dramatic response to stress (exercise, diet, family, work, etc) and a greater difficulty returning to a rested and recovered state. This heightened stress leaves our bodies unbalanced with increased anxiety, insomnia, fatigue and more. With little support from the medical community, we are left to wallow in our symptoms.

Many women myself included, resort to intense exercise and restrictive diets to combat weight gain, muscle loss and feeling out of shape. The problem is if your hormones are already out of whack this formula can exasperate your symptoms and wreak havoc with your progress. The wrong approach can leave you tired, stressed and unhappy with your progress.

Optimum wellness in peri-menopause, menopause and post-menopause requires a unique approach for each woman. Taking an inventory of your stress reduction strategy, sleep hygiene, nutrition, movement, mental wellness and energy balance can go a long way in taking actionable steps to alleviate weight gain, fat distribution and unwanted changes in body composition. 

The good news is you don't have to do it alone. I am here to help! I support midlife clients through the menopause transition with better bones, stronger muscles, more energy and an improved mental outlook on health and fitness.

Coach Laurie

As a certified Personal Trainer, Menopause Health & Fitness Specialist and Healthy Habits Coach who has lived with menopause for 16 years I can empathize. I am 54 years old, 6 years post-menopause and still grappling with symptoms compounded by Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). My hormone roller coaster began at 16 when I was diagnosed with PCOS. My peri-menopausal journey began at 38 and I am well aware of the host of health issues that can arise when not practicing self-care. You can read more about my story here.