Exercise to Counter the Signs of Perimenopause
“Should I exercise while in intense pain?” Asked by hundreds of women, it is a question that begs an answer while patiently and valiantly searching for the perimenopause relief you feel you so rightly deserve.
Not all women experience the fangs of perimenopause pains, but when they do, it’s often indescribable that it sometimes feels that it takes your language skills away. The pains and discomforts may come from a host of symptoms – an irregular menstrual cycle, hot flashes (or flushes), night sweats, loss of libido and vaginal irritation to name a few.
It may be unbelievable for the almost-fainting-in-pain woman, but a healthy lifestyle that includes a change of your diet and exercise protocols actually help in relieving these distressing aches and tenderness. We will discuss exercise here in more detail.
The term exercise may usually be associated with having a trainer and going to the gym for a complete body work out. While that is alright for the premenopausal woman (where the hormones are still in balance and life goes on as usual), it is a different thing altogether when it comes to a perimenopausal woman. Regular exercise improves blood circulation and gives additional energy for you to conquer most of life’s daily hurdles (read: house chores or work in the office).
If you are considering exercise as a solution to the uneasiness the symptoms bring you, then you must go see a doctor and discuss with him the possible exercise regimen you should have. We have to admit it; due to age, our bodies aren’t as strong as they were 15 years ago. Your doctor will be able to suggest possible exercises for you based on your medical history. For example, if you have just had surgery a year ago, then you obviously can’t consider yoga yet as a proper exercise – your wound may not be fully healed from the inside yet.
To get you started (or at least, you’ll have a list of suggestions to show your doctor or health care provider), here are some exercises that are fun and safe, even for your grandma:
Walking. This is the easiest and simplest form of exercise. Walking can be done almost anywhere at any time. You can walk up and down the stairs for a period of time. Or you can walk to a nearby store to buy stuff instead of using your car to do so. Walking for at least 30 minutes a day would immediately do wonders on your heart and lungs.
Jogging. You can do it with a partner or a friend for a more enjoyable jog around the block. It will always be best to jog around the times of 6 or 7 in the morning. Oxygen content in the air is at its peak at this time; therefore, you will be getting the best oxygen which is essential for effective calorie burning. If you can’t jog at the beach or in wide open spaces, do so in a neighborhood with at least some trees lining up the street. Do warm-up exercises (jogging, skipping in place or stretching – but not too much) before your jog so as not to overexert your joints and muscles. It’s best not to eat anything yet to avoid tummy aches. You can drink 2 glasses of water before you jog to keep you hydrated and curb your appetite at the same time.
Stretching. This activity is beneficial to a woman’s posture and blood circulation. It can also help you relax and may be used as a cool-down exercise after your jog. Just be careful not to overstretch. Relax and breathe slowly, with the mindset that you are one with the world and everything in it.
Sports (bowling, cycling, volleyball, etc.). When you get the go-signal from your doctor, you can to do sports, especially if you’ve had prior experience to it.
As with any activity, you should take it slow from the start and progress from there. And the most important thing? Enjoy and have fun with what you’re doing. If you like what you do, energy will come flowing back to you in no time and you’ll feel much better.
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