Menopause Personal Trainers: London

We're not professional nutritionalists - but we do have a very good understanding of how different foods and eating habits can impact your health. In fact, we've put together a detailed blog about Diet and the Menopause.

Typically, we'd chat with our clients about the kinds of foods that would help with their goals - and if you decide to use our online training app, you'll be able to link food, calorie, and macronutrient diary apps like MyFitnessPal for your personal trainer to see and advise around.

We also have a partner meal prep delivery service that you may wish to use. They have registered nutritionalists onboard who we can work with to help you work towards your goals. The best bit is, all their meals are healthy, freshly prepared, and delivered to your door ready to eat!

Yes, as part of a well-thought-through PT programme, cardio exercise can help to avoid or deal with any weight gain you might be worried about. This is especially true of HIIT (high-intensity interval training) - which promotes quick weight loss and toned muscles.

In fact, cardio exercise has a range of benefits beyond just helping to manage your weight and body fat levels - including lowering the risk of heart disease and helping to even out some of the 'mood swings' you might experience as a part of depression and stress.

We've explored the benefits of cardio training for menopausal clients in our dedicated blog post: Cardio Training During the Menopause.

Exercise is one of the very best ways to encourage your body to produce 'feel good hormones' called endorphins. The best bit is, these hormones tend to stick around for much longer than your PT session - so lots of people find that exercise really helps with their general feeling of well-being throughout day-to-day life.

Of course, exercise isn't a cure-all when it comes to mental well-being and mental health - some people find talking therapies like cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and other similar approaches to help deal with the stresses and strains that the menopause can bring.

Virtually all medical professionals will agree that exercise can help to change the way you feel - but if you feel like you need additional help, it's always a good idea to chat with your GP about what else can be done to support your mental well-being.

According to numerous academic studies, exercise actually complements the effectiveness of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and visa-versa.

One Australian study found that muscle performance, muscle mass, and muscle composition were improved by HRT - and concluded that the benefits of HRT combined with physical training may exceed the benefits of HRT alone.

In another study, HRT was shown to result in reductions in leg fat mass and body fat percentage - with no adverse effects on peoples' ability to effectively exercise.

Of course, it's always important to talk to your GP about exercise and any medication you're taking. If you do, we're more than happy to share information about your workout plan.

Yes, a training programme for someone who is either approaching, going through, or moving beyond the menopause would typically involve exercises designed to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles. These exercises are sometimes called 'Kegels'.

Changes to your hormone levels and muscles approaching and during menopause can impact the effectiveness of muscle tissue - sometimes leading to urogynaecological problems and other symptoms that can effect your overall quality of life.

Of course, pelvic floor exercises are just one part of keeping your pelvic floor muscles healthy - so it's always a good idea to see your doctor if you're experiencing any discomfort - but most health professionals will agree that the right kind of exercise can help.