Why Yoga for Menopause

Improve Sleep 

Yoga can significantly aid in managing sleep issues during menopause by promoting relaxation, reducing stress, and improving overall well-being.

Strengthen Bones & Muscles 

Reduce the risk of developing Osteoporosis yoga can help increase bone density a key indicator of one strength and fracture risk.

Improve Mood 

Yoga can help boost mood reduce symptoms of depression which can be linked to hormonal fluctuations during menopause & perimenopause

Improve Flexibility, Strength  & Balance 

Yoga allows us to maintain our flexibility and strength while improving our sense of balance which can decline with age.

Alleviate Joint and Muscle Pain 

Yoga can help alleviate joint and muscle pain often experienced during menopause due to declining oestrogen levels. Improving overall physical comfort

Hot Flush Management 

Some yoga poses and breathing techniques help to regulate body temperature, which may help to reduce the frequency and intensity of hot flushes.

Weight Gain

Fluctuating hormones during perimenopause can trigger metabolic changes in the body, such as decreased muscle mass. This reduction in muscle leads to fewer calories being burned, which can result in weight gain.

Yoga can help women feel more in control during this time by improving muscle tone, increasing flexibility and mobility, and supporting a healthier body image. Practicing yoga in a supportive group setting has also been shown to enhance emotional well-being and lead to more positive outcomes overall.

Urinary Incontinence 

Declining estrogen levels can weaken the pelvic floor leading to urinary incontinence, Yoga can be a useful tool for managing urinary incontinence during menopause by strengthening the pelvic floor muscles, improving body awareness and reducing stress.

Stress & Anxietysleep

The focus on the breath and certain breathing techniques along with mindful movement help reduce stress common emotional challenges during menopause

The stress we bring with us as we enter perimenopause & menopause will have a huge affect on our physical, psychological, and emotional symptoms so it is vital we learn techniques to reduce stress..

Fatigue

By reducing our stress, improving sleep, helps to boost our energy levels. Gentle restorative yoga practices along with breathing techniques & meditation can be extremely beneficial during the transition through menopause.