Getting More Physical Activity May Help With Your Perimenopause Symptoms

A regular exercise routine has been shown to help with perimenopause symptoms like hot flashes and anxity. Galina Zhigalova/Moment/Getty Images A new study reports that exercising more frequently may help alleviate perimenopause symptoms. While increased physical activity was linked to improved perimenopause symptoms overall, the strongest association was with psychological symptoms like anxiety. Finding exercises you enjoy and creating accountability can help increase your physical activity level. A new study found that exercising more frequently may help alleviate perimenopause symptoms like hot flashes, anxiety, and urinary issues. The study results were recently presented at The Menopause Society’s 2026 Annual Conference. Perimenopause is the transitional period leading up to menopause. Due to hormonal changes that mark the end of a person’s reproductive years, symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, brain fog, insomnia, and urinary incontinence are common. Past studies show that lifestyle modifications, such as eating a healthy diet, managing stress, and getting enough physical activity, can help reduce some perimenopause symptoms. “Physical activity is low cost, accessible, …

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