Episode 460: 5 Things You’ve Been Told About Perimenopause Exercise (That Are Wrong)

by Jessie & AnitaSep 22, 20260 comments

Episode 460: 5 Things You’ve Been Told About Perimenopause Exercise (That Are Wrong)

In today’s episode, Jessie and Anita break down five perimenopause exercise myths they’re hearing online and from their clients. They cover everything from strength training misconceptions to cardio, body composition, pelvic floor symptoms, and the age-old myth that it’s “too late” to start. Tune in for some clarity, encouragement, and a little fire to help you feel confident in how you move your body in perimenopause.

Resources and References

Strong & Supported (Renamed from: To Pregnancy & Beyond): https://programs.jessiemundell.com/to-pregnancy-and-beyond/

Show Notes

00:56 – Introduction to todays topic

01:46 – Myth #1: You need to lift heavy weights to get benefits in perimenopause

04:59 – Myth #2: Avoid intense cardio

08:29 – Myth #3: Eat less and exercise more to address body changes

10:41 – Myth #4: New or revived Pelvic Floor Symptoms are due to hormone changes

12:11 – Myth #5: It’s too late to start strength training or address symptoms at this age

12:31 – Episode wrap up

Episode 460: 5 Things You’ve Been Told About Perimenopause Exercise (That Are Wrong)