SUPPORTIVE MOVEMENT FOR YOUR CHANGING BODY

PERIMENOPAUSE & MENOPAUSE PILATES

Perimenopause and menopause represent significant transitions that can impact how your body feels and moves. Rosy Movement’s specialised Pilates approach provides targeted support during these phases, helping you navigate physical changes with strength, confidence, and knowledge.

UNDERSTANDING PERIMENOPAUSE & MENOPAUSE MOVEMENT NEEDS

The hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause can bring unique physical challenges:

CHANGING BODY COMPOSITION Hormonal fluctuations often affect muscle mass, bone density, and body proportions. Our programming focuses on maintaining strength and supporting bone health during these natural transitions.

JOINT MOBILITY & COMFORT Many experience increased joint stiffness, discomfort, or changes in connective tissue. Our approach emphasises targeted mobility exercises with relevant strength training to support joint health and maintain freedom of movement throughout daily activities.

TEMPERATURE REGULATION Hot flushes and temperature sensitivity are common concerns. Our studio environment offers adjustable temperature settings, readily available water, and movement pacing that respects your comfort.

ENERGY FLUCTUATIONS Varying energy levels can make consistent movement challenging. We create adaptable programs that respond to your changing capacity day by day.

WHAT MAKES OUR APPROACH DIFFERENT

HORMONE-ATTUNED PROGRAMMING All sessions are designed with an understanding of how hormonal shifts and life transitions impact energy, strength, joint comfort, and recovery needs.

EVIDENCE-BASED STRATEGIES Our approach incorporates current research on movement during perimenopause and menopause, focusing on maintaining muscle function, supporting bone health, improving balance and stability, and enhancing overall wellbeing.

BODY LITERACY FOCUS We help you understand the changes your body is experiencing and how movement can support these transitions, emphasising knowledge as power.

JUDGEMENT-FREE ENVIRONMENT Our Collingwood studio provides a space where perimenopause and menopause experiences are normalised, respected, and openly addressed without shame or dismissal.

SPECIFIC BENEFITS FOR
PERIMENOPAUSE & MENOPAUSE

BONE HEALTH SUPPORT Weight-bearing exercises and resistance training that focus on specific loading techniques to support bone density during a time when loss can accelerate.

CORE INTEGRATION Exercises that strengthen the interconnected muscles from rib cage to pelvis across multiple movement planes to support muscle function during hormonal transitions.

STRESS REDUCTION Mindful movement that helps manage the stress that often accompanies perimenopause and can exacerbate symptoms.

SLEEP QUALITY IMPROVEMENT Regular, appropriate exercise can help improve sleep quality—often disrupted during these hormonal transitions.

MOOD REGULATION Movement that supports mental wellbeing during a time when mood fluctuations can be challenging.

HOW OUR PERIMENOPAUSE &
MENOPAUSE PILATES WORKS

COMPREHENSIVE INITIAL ASSESSMENT We begin with a thorough consultation to understand your specific perimenopause or menopause experience, symptoms, and how they’re affecting your movement and daily life.

PERSONALISED PROGRAMMING Based on your assessment, we create a tailored movement approach that addresses your unique needs, considering symptom patterns, energy levels, and goals.

SESSION OPTIONS Choose between private sessions for maximum personalisation or semi-private sessions with others in similar life stages (maximum three participants).

COLLABORATIVE APPROACH With your permission, we coordinate with your healthcare providers to ensure your movement program complements your overall perimenopause or menopause care.

OUR STUDIO ENVIRONMENT

TEMPERATURE CONTROL Adjustable studio temperature and fans to accommodate hot flushes or temperature sensitivity.

PRIVACY & COMFORT Ground-floor access and spaces that can be made as discreet as you need to feel suported.

SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY Optional semi-private sessions create opportunities to connect with others navigating similar experiences, reducing the isolation that can accompany this transition.

PERIMENOPAUSE & MENOPAUSE FAQs

  • Yes. Pilates offers targeted exercise techniques that help address the physical changes during this life stage, including supporting bone health, maintaining physical strength, improving balance, reducing joint discomfort, and adapting to natural body changes.

  • Absolutely. We design sessions that respect your energy levels, with adaptations available for low-energy days. Many find that appropriate movement actually helps improve energy and reduce fatigue over time.

  • No. We know mirrors can be incredibly triggering, so we prefer to keep them in the bathroom where they belong. Our priority is to make you feel comfortable and safe, which to us means never having mirrors in the studio.

  • Wear whatever feels comfortable and allows you to move freely. We recommend layers so you can adjust for comfort. All necessary equipment and props are provided at our studio, with extensive modifications available to accommodate different bodies and movement preferences.

  • While Pilates can’t eliminate all perimenopause or menopause symptoms, research shows that appropriate exercise can help manage many common experiences, including sleep disruption, mood changes, joint discomfort, and maintaining muscle mass.

  • Yes. Many clients begin Pilates during perimenopause with excellent results. We adjust programming to your experience level and current symptoms, ensuring appropriate progression.

  • Our perimenopause and menopause-focused sessions specifically address the physiological changes of these transitions, with particular attention to bone health, temperature regulation, energy management, and education about how physical changes during this time can influence movement patterns and comfort.