25/10/2026
I’m 39. Mum of 2. In very early perimenopause 🤍
Here’s what I wish more women knew about training 35+ 👇
🏋️♀️ Strength training comes first, Cardio second. Not optional, not “if I have time.” Lifting is how you protect your muscle, your bones and your metabolism as your hormones start to shift.
📈 Progressive overload is the secret. Your body only keeps muscle when it has a reason to. That means adding a little more weight, reps or effort over time, not doing the same 3 x 10 with the same light dumbbells for 2 years.
🏃♀️ More high intensity cardio is not the answer. Smashing out extra cardio when you’re already busy, stressed, tired and under-fuelled adds even more stress to your body, and that’s when cortisol works against you. Keep it simple: lift, walk daily, and save the hard cardio for when you can actually recover from it.
🥩 Protein at every meal. Non-negotiable.
😴 Sleep and recovery are part of the plan, not a bonus.
I’m not waiting for perimenopause to hit me. Strength, protein, sleep and walking are my foundations now 💗
Want training and nutrition built for this season of your life? DM me “ME AGAIN” 💌
Save this one for your next gym session and send it to the friend who’s still doing 5 days of HIIT cardio every week 😅