Why Bone Health Declines During Menopause
During menopause, oestrogen levels drop sharply. Oestrogen is essential for keeping bones dense and strong. Without it, bone breakdown speeds up, and the risk of osteoporosis and fractures increases — sometimes without any early warning signs.
The Role of Exercise in Protecting Your Bones
Exercise is one of the most effective tools for maintaining bone density. The best types are:
- Weight-bearing activities – walking, hiking, stair climbing (stairs are GREAT!!)
- Resistance training – using weights, resistance bands, or Pilates equipment
- Impact activities – light jogging, skipping, or dancing
- Balance and mobility exercises – yoga, tai chi, targeted physio exercises
When you regularly load your bones through these activities, you send signals to your body to lay down new bone cells to build and maintain bone strength.
Extra Benefits of Exercise in Menopause
Beyond bone health, regular movement can:
- Improve balance and coordination to prevent falls
- Reduce joint stiffness and pain
- Boost mood and energy
- Support healthy weight and metabolism
- Enhance sleep quality and reduce stress
How Surf Coast Women’s Health Group can help
We create individualised exercise programs to help women in all stages of menopause stay strong, mobile, and confident. Whether you’re starting fresh or want to refine your current routine, we’ll ensure it’s safe, effective, and suited to your lifestyle.
Surf Coast Women’s Health Group services the Surf Coast and surrounding regions, including Torquay, Jan Juc, Anglesea, Aireys Inlet, Bellbrae, Armstrong Creek, Mount Duneed, Geelong, Barwon Heads, The Bellarine and Lorne.
Book to see Courtney online HERE or phone (03) 9123 8906 to find out more.
