currently navigating menopause

NellyDH
NellyDH Posts: 7 Member
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Hi everyone! 👋

I'm new to the MyFitnessPal community and excited to connect with others who share similar goals! I'm currently navigating menopause and have gained about 25 pounds over this time. It's been frustrating dealing with how my body has changed, but I'm ready to take charge of my health again.

I just started getting back into working out and am looking to build sustainable habits around both fitness and nutrition. I know this journey can be challenging, especially with hormonal changes making things more complicated, so I'd love to connect with others who understand what this feels like.

My goals are to get back into shape, feel stronger and more energetic, and develop a healthier relationship with food and exercise. I'm particularly interested in connecting with anyone else dealing with perimenopause/menopause weight changes, but honestly, I'd love to support and be supported by anyone working toward better health!

Looking forward to sharing this journey with you all and celebrating our wins together - big and small! Feel free to add me as a friend if you'd like a supportive accountability buddy. 💪

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  • Katsember
    Katsember Posts: 28 Member

    Hi @NellyDH! Happy to meet you :) One tip for our changing bodies/hormones is that less is more. Stress is a huge one for us, and the right kind of exercise is crucial. Don't overdue it. Walk a LOT. For higher intensity, just 3 days per week of 20 minutes of cardio is all you need. Beyond that, add some light stretching and strength building with weights, bands, or your own body weight. Let me know if you have any questions or current struggles. Happy to help!

  • Kesi133
    Kesi133 Posts: 4 Member

    Hi Nelly,

    Pleased to meet you, welcome! Like you, Im struggling navigating menopause & all the changes including stubborn weight gain. Ive used the app off & on for years but this is my 1st day attempting to post & learn this part of the app. I've recently restarted my health & fitness journey & looking to connect to others on a similar journey for tips, motivation, & accountability. Feel free to send me a request! Good luck💪🏼!!

  • THachAb
    THachAb Posts: 64 Member

    Hi @NellyDH!

    I’m returning to My Fitness Pal after a few years hiatus and feel like we’re in a very similar boat! Still perimenopausal at 51 but dealing with the weight gain, lethargy and generally needing to make some changes! I’d love to follow along on your journey and hopefully we can encourage each other along the way! 😀

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