Body shape changes during menopause & why they happen

[@johart9994]

I had to get rid of loads of clothes as I put belly fat on. I was depressed.I learnt the science of insulin and cortisol as you describe. I did cut carbs right down and no sugary foods. High protein diet I also eat good fats avocados etc rather than carbs . I took up body pump (weights class FAB !) body combat boxing classes and HIIT training. At 57 I’m fitter than I was at 20 and my body is toned . So menopause gave me the prod I needed I couldn’t believe in late 50s I could have a body I wanted in my 20s but you are right you need to eat well but differently. Pump and HIIT are fab . Also if you do pump you get boobs from chest presses. My mood is better than when I was young. Your videos are great I recommend them to anyone going through the menopause.

[@Jade-bf5we]

@jo hart thank you for your lovely comment I suffer from CFS and have become peri menopausal symptoms these last two weeks. I used to be very fit and active but due to the CFS this has all came to a stop. But I've begun doing gentle stretching and floor exercises once or twice a week. Again, being careful not to overdo it causing me to crash. I used to love boxercise so am starting to watch some KZbin workouts on this and work out what exercises I could begin with X

[@AvogelCoUk]

Thank you Jo, great to hear that you feel so good! Best Wishes Eileen

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hope you start to see the benefits soon Jade! Best Wishes Eileen

[@lovelocked5385]

I've increased my weights, pushups, abs etc because I've been eating more.

[@marinafossey3129]

I would like to thank you for your videos very comforting and informative. Appreciate it very much ♥️🙏🏻

[@AvogelCoUk]

You're welcome Marina, glad to be of help! Best Wishes Eileen

[@islandgirl7281]

I was looking forward to this week vlog and like always you never disapoint....am learning and understanding so much more about the menopause than i have ever been before so its no longer a scary taboo to me am learning to embrace all the not so pleasant symtoms of menopause...knowledge is power ...Thank you Eileen for these much needed advice and tips i am forever grateful🙏

[@AvogelCoUk]

You're welcome, glad to hear you're finding the videos helpful! Best Wishes Eileen

[@islandgirl7281]

@@AvogelCoUk Thank you

[@homemakersheart3614]

I just love seeing what you are talking about each week, and what beautiful scarf you are wearing. It matches your bracelet this week, neat! How in the world do you keep your tummy slim? I am just barely into menopause, almost at 1 1/2 yrs and my lower tummy is...puffy. I miss having a slimmer tummy. I watch my portions, and I am gluten, dairy and sugar free (for 20 years), but it's just not going away. Thank you for sharing.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Thank you so much for your lovely comments! It's a lot of hard work! I tend to have a low carb diet too but I find the only way for me is regular exercise (I do HIIT twice a week) and yoga! Best Wishes Eileen

[@faizakashif1453]

Such a simple way to explain. I love your style! Great advice. Thanks 😊

[@AvogelCoUk]

Thank you Faiza! Best Wishes Eileen

[@maureengannaway8635]

I've started back exercising but walking being my outside choice. Weight training for my muscle mass.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hope you're feeling the benefits Maureen! Best Wishes Eileen

[@shwethanarayana456]

Great content! Thanks for sharing this video.

[@AvogelCoUk]

You're welcome Shwetha! Best Wishes Eileen

[@nitapatel5585]

Thank you for all of your videos 🙏💖💖

[@AvogelCoUk]

You're welcome Nita Best Wishes Eileen

[@kelynchallenger3702]

Great info, thanks for sharing 👍❤️❤️

[@AvogelCoUk]

You're welcome Laurita! Best Wishes Eileen

[@hellie_el]

really great video. thanks!

[@AvogelCoUk]

Thank you hellie el! Best Wishes Eileen

[@sufanisworld]

Another brilliant and important message! 💋❤️✨🥰

[@AvogelCoUk]

Thank you Sufani! Best Wishes Eileen

[@cdl6953]

Great info!

[@AvogelCoUk]

Thank you! Best Wishes Eileen

[@blondetrition1316]

Thank you for addressing this

[@AvogelCoUk]

You are welcome! Best Wishes Eileen

[@hassinamotala3101]

Excellent video Eileen thanks 💌💌💌 Sorry Eileen... I should have added please if you could also do a talk on vaginal changes too!!! It doesn't look the same down there anymore 🤭 & it's a topic not many talk about...

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Hassina I have posted several blogs on vaginal issues so please do take a look. However, I've not talked about physical appearance changing so thank you for the suggestion; I'll add it to my list! Best Wishes Eileen

[@AvogelCoUk]

Links to my other blogs Vagina www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/6-common-vaginal-problems-during-menopause/ Vagina 4 less common www.avogel.co.uk/health/menopause/videos/4-unexpected-vaginal-problems-during-menopause/

[@hassinamotala3101]

@@AvogelCoUk Thank you Eileen I will definitely look into them...looking forward to seeing more videos from you xxx

[@paulawilkinson6341]

I went from a size 8 up to a 16 over 3-4 years I was suffering really bad mental health an it was hard for me to get out the house . I have lost 4 stone in 18 months . But I keep goin up 10lb then loose it again . Am a 12 now but would like another 1 stone off but am not worried to much I feel I need to take care of myself an not worry about my weight x

[@AvogelCoUk]

Well done for getting this far Pauline! Best Wishes Eileen

[@sofiacunha7822]

I am very thankful for your excellent videos. They have been life changing. Menopause is still a taboo in many areas of the world. 🙏🙏🙏😍😍😍

[@AvogelCoUk]

You're welcome Sofia, glad to be of help :) Best Wishes Eileen

[@cindyashruf8152]

I am one year post kenopause.but started perimenenause at age 39.i will be 49 next month.i still have insomnia,hot flushes ,musle pain and brain fog.my brain still can't focus.here in my country we don't get hrt.omg and dry vagina haha.i also noticed that i need more protein.and my workout are short and intense with my kettlebell.i also love swimming and i am taking belly dance classes.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Sorry to hear that your still struggling Cindy. Can you get herbal remedies where you are? If so you may find soya extract supplements or Black Cohosh helpful. Good to hear that you are looking after yourself well as this does help in the long run! Best Wishes Eileen

[@AjaxandOreos]

I found supplementing with berberine helps with weight gain.

[@AvogelCoUk]

Thank you for this tip Ajax, I've not heard of berberine helping with weight so that's another one for me to check out! Best Wishes Eileen

[@garimashrivastava13]

Hi thanks for excellent video..I m 47 yr old struggling with calf pain in both legs since last one yr..all test r normal Is this due to perimenopause.?

[@risa4781]

I had this too. I found it was because I was drinking too much soy milk. Either I was having a reaction to it, or it was really messing with my hormones. I thought soy was good for perimenopause, but not for me.

[@garimashrivastava13]

@@risa4781 HI..than did u fix it ..please share

[@risa4781]

It took me a little while to figure out where the strange soreness and inflamation was coming from in all my muscles, and especially in my legs and calves. I had recently began drinking soy milk, so I figured I'd stop drinking it and see, and yes, the strange inflammation stopped....Do you take soy or drink it?

[@garimashrivastava13]

@@risa4781 No I don't drink soya milk n still suffering 😔

[@AvogelCoUk]

Hi Risa I tend not to recommend soya milk as it can be hard to digest and it can cause issues for some women. Usually almond, oat or coconut milk are fine. Best Wishes Eileen

[@patriciapyper4617]

I look like a hippo you are amazing

[@AvogelCoUk]

Thank you Patricia! Best Wishes Eileen

[@Raminakai]

You do not look like a hippo. You look like a lovely older women who has been through many changes and who is amazing! Your body is beautiful.

[@kalebremillard7720]

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[@redrose2905]

I am pre menopause and i am loosing my breast size and i am feeling so bad

[@MS-sr1fe]

@Imasurvivor Many attempted the butt and thighs shrink too.

[@MS-sr1fe]

@Imasurvivor Many attempted finding a way to get them bak.😊

[@MS-sr1fe]

I had a,natural menopause. Checking what workout to follow to build glutes and thigh muscles. The trousers dont look good anymore. With menopause u get so many health issues like i got gastritis so I lost weight. It's tough. Your workout gets limited too.HRT helps.

[@MS-sr1fe]

No hysterectomy for me